PickleBuddy Mobile Application & Website
Effective May 8, 2026 · Last updated May 8, 2026
PickleBuddy is a product of SudoWorks, LLC, a company organized under the laws of the State of North Carolina, United States. In this Privacy Policy, "PickleBuddy," "we," "us," and "our" refer to SudoWorks, LLC.
We operate the PickleBuddy mobile application (iOS and Android) and the website at picklebuddy.app (together, the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, who we share it with, and your rights regarding that data.
The Service is available to users in the United States, Canada, India, Vietnam, Australia, and the United Arab Emirates.
| Data Type | Details & Purpose |
|---|---|
| Phone number | Required for account creation. Used to verify your identity via one-time passcode (OTP) through Firebase Authentication. We do not use your phone number for marketing calls or SMS. |
| Display name | The name you choose when creating your account. Shown to other group members so they can identify you. We do not require your legal name. |
| Group membership data | Groups you create or join, your role (organizer or player), RSVP responses, session participation, announcement and chat messages you post. |
| Data Type | Details & Purpose |
|---|---|
| Device identifier | A randomly generated unique ID (UUID) created on your device at first launch. Used to associate your device with your account and maintain your session. This is not your hardware device ID. |
| FCM token | A Firebase Cloud Messaging token generated by your device. Used solely to deliver push notifications you have opted into (session updates, RSVP changes, announcements, waitlist promotions). This token changes periodically and is not tied to your personal identity. |
| Firebase Analytics data | Standard analytics collected by the Firebase SDK, including app opens, screen views, session duration, device model, operating system version, country, and crash reports. This data is aggregated and used to understand how the app is used and to fix bugs. We do not use it to build advertising profiles. |
| Server logs | IP address, request timestamps, user agent string, referring URL, and pages visited on our website. Used for security monitoring, abuse prevention, and infrastructure performance. |
We want to be explicit about what we do not collect:
We use your data for the following purposes and no others:
We use the following third-party services to operate PickleBuddy. Each processes data strictly on our behalf and under our instructions:
| Service | Provider | What It Processes |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | Firebase Auth (Google LLC) | Phone number, OTP verification status |
| Push notifications | Firebase Cloud Messaging (Google LLC) | FCM token, notification content |
| Analytics | Firebase Analytics (Google LLC) | Aggregated app usage, crash data, device model/OS |
| Database | Supabase (PostgreSQL hosting) | All app data (account, groups, sessions, messages) |
| API hosting | DigitalOcean | Server-side request processing |
| Caching / queues | Upstash (Redis) | Temporary session state, background task queues |
We do not use advertising SDKs, tracking pixels, or third-party analytics platforms beyond Firebase Analytics. We do not share your data with data brokers.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to any third party. We do not share your personal data with third parties for their own marketing purposes.
We may disclose your data only in the following limited circumstances:
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes described in this policy:
You may delete your account at any time from within the PickleBuddy mobile app (Settings → Account → Delete Account) or by contacting us at support@picklebuddy.app. When you request account deletion:
Whether you delete your account in the app or by emailing support@picklebuddy.app, we will process your request within 30 days under the timeline described above.
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:
No system is 100% secure. While we take reasonable precautions, we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
PickleBuddy uses Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) to deliver push notifications. Notifications are used for:
You can control notification preferences within the app. You can choose to receive all notifications or announcements only. You can also mute specific chat threads. You may disable push notifications entirely through your device settings at any time.
Announcements from group organizers always trigger a push notification regardless of your chat notification preference. This is by design to ensure critical information (such as session cancellations) reaches all group members.
PickleBuddy is not directed at children under 16 years of age (or the applicable minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, contact us at support@picklebuddy.app and we will delete it promptly.
PickleBuddy is operated from the United States. Our servers and third-party service providers are located in the United States. If you access the Service from outside the United States, your data will be transferred to and processed in the United States.
For users in jurisdictions that require specific transfer mechanisms (such as the EU/EEA, UK, or other regions with data transfer restrictions), we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent safeguards as adopted by our third-party service providers.
Depending on where you live, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@picklebuddy.app. We will respond within the timeframe required by applicable law (typically 30 days).
California (CCPA/CPRA): Right to know what personal information is collected; right to delete; right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell your data); right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights.
Virginia (VCDPA), Colorado (CPA), Connecticut (CTDPA), North Carolina: Right to access, correct, and delete your personal data; right to opt out of targeted advertising (we do not engage in targeted advertising); right to appeal our decision regarding your request.
Right to access your personal information; right to challenge accuracy and completeness; right to withdraw consent.
Right to access information about your personal data; right to correction and erasure; right to grievance redressal; right to nominate another person to exercise rights in case of death or incapacity.
Right to be informed; right to consent and withdraw consent; right to access; right to delete or restrict processing; right to object to data processing.
Right to access your personal information; right to correction of inaccurate data; right to complain to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
Right to access; right to correction; right to restrict or stop processing; right to request deletion; right to be informed of data breaches.
The PickleBuddy website at picklebuddy.app uses only essential, first-party cookies required for site functionality. We do not use advertising cookies, tracking pixels, or third-party analytics cookies on the website.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy and, where feasible, notify you through the app or by email. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or want to file a complaint, contact us at:
SudoWorks, LLC
Email: support@picklebuddy.app
Website: https://picklebuddy.app/contact
We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 30 days.