Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 12, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Feis Focus. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our Irish dance competition tracking application.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Account Information: Email address, name, and password (securely hashed)
  • Dancer Information: Names, ages, and competition levels of dancers you add
  • Competition Data: RSVP status, attendance records, and competition results
  • OAuth Data: If you sign in with Google, we receive your email and basic profile information
  • Usage Data: Information about how you use our app, such as pages visited and features used

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain our competition tracking services
  • Manage your account and authenticate your access
  • Track dancer attendance and results at feiseanna
  • Send you important updates about competitions you're registered for
  • Improve our app's functionality and user experience
  • Ensure the security and integrity of our services

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your data only in these limited circumstances:

  • With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share information
  • Service Providers: With trusted third parties who help us operate our app (e.g., hosting providers)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
  • Competition Organizers: RSVP and attendance information may be shared with feis organizers

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including:

  • Password encryption using bcrypt hashing
  • Secure HTTPS connections for all data transmission
  • CSRF protection for form submissions
  • Secure OAuth authentication with Google
  • Regular security updates and monitoring

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access and download your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Delete your account and associated data
  • Object to or restrict certain data processing
  • Withdraw consent for data collection at any time

7. Children's Privacy

Feis Focus is designed for use by parents and guardians to track their children's dance competitions. While dancer information may include minors, all accounts must be created and managed by adults (18 years or older). We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies to maintain your login session and remember your preferences. We do not use third-party advertising cookies or tracking pixels.

9. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal data within 30 days, except where we're required to retain it for legal purposes.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or your personal data, please contact us at privacy@feisstory.com.