GSA - Global Slab Authority

1. Introduction

Global Slab Authority ("GSA", "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 trading card grading service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

Account Information: Email address, name, username, and password
Profile Information: Profile photo, bio, and public profile preferences
Card Images: Front and back images of trading cards you upload for grading
Collection Data: Card names, sets, grades, and collection organization

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on the platform
Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address
Cookies: Session cookies for authentication and preferences

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

Provide and maintain our card grading service
Process and analyze card images using AI algorithms
Generate digital slabs and certificates
Manage your account and collections
Display public profiles when you choose to make them public
Send service-related notifications and updates
Improve our AI models and service quality
Prevent fraud and ensure platform security
Comply with legal obligations

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Public Information

When you make your profile or cards public, that information becomes accessible to anyone on the internet. This includes your username, public cards, grades, and any other information you choose to display publicly.

4.2 Service Providers

We use third-party services to help operate our platform, including:

Firebase: Authentication, database, and file storage
Cloud Infrastructure: Hosting and computing services
AI Services: Machine learning and image analysis

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, subpoena, or other legal process, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.

5. Data Storage and Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information:

Encrypted data transmission using HTTPS/SSL
Secure authentication via Firebase Auth
Access controls and authentication requirements
Regular security updates and monitoring

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Correction: Update or correct your information through account settings
Deletion: Delete your account and associated data
Privacy Controls: Control which cards and information are public vs. private
Export: Download your collection data in CSV or PDF format
Opt-out: Opt out of non-essential communications

7. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

8. International Users

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your jurisdiction. By using our service, you consent to this transfer. We will take steps to ensure your data receives adequate protection.

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Maintain your session and keep you logged in
Remember your preferences and settings
Analyze usage patterns and improve our service

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but this may limit some functionality of our service.

10. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within a reasonable timeframe, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@globalslabauthority.com