Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 12, 2025

Scoutcast ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, profile photo
• Profile Data: Professional information, portfolio images, skills, experience
• Location Data: City, region, and country for job matching and discovery
• User Content: Photos, videos, posts, messages, and other content you create

Usage Information

• Device information (device type, operating system)
• App usage data (features used, time spent)
• Log data (IP address, access times)
• Push notification tokens

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain the Scoutcast service
• Connect you with other industry professionals
• Send you notifications about bookings, messages, and updates
• Improve and personalize your experience
• Ensure the security and integrity of our platform
• Comply with legal obligations

Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Other Users: Your profile information is visible to other users as part of the service
• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with hosting, analytics, and support
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using Supabase (cloud database) and Cloudflare R2 (media storage). We implement industry-standard security measures including:

• End-to-end encryption for sensitive data
• Row-level security policies
• Regular security audits
• Secure authentication protocols

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct your information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Opt-out: Disable notifications and marketing communications
• Data Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@scoutcast.app

Children's Privacy

Scoutcast is not intended for users under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

International Users

While Scoutcast is primarily designed for South African users, we may process data in other countries. By using our service, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries with different data protection laws.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or in-app notification. Continued use of Scoutcast after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, contact us at:

Email: privacy@scoutcast.app
Support: support@scoutcast.app
Website: www.scoutcast.app