playBYapp Privacy Policy

MID Equities LLC (“MID Equities,” “playBYapp,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) operates playBYapp, a sports-focused social network designed to connect athletes and enthusiasts (the “Service”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you access or use the Service.

Effective Date: April 08, 2025
Last Updated: April 08, 2025

Important: This Privacy Policy is intended to be a general disclosure document. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change over time. You should have counsel review this policy for your specific business model, SDKs, and user geography.

1. Scope and Acceptance

This Privacy Policy applies to information we collect through the Service, including our mobile application, any related websites we operate, and our support communications.

By using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

2. Definitions

“Personal Information” means information that identifies, relates to, describes, or could reasonably be linked (directly or indirectly) to an individual.

“Sensitive Personal Information” has the meaning provided by applicable law and may include precise geolocation, government identifiers, or other categories deemed sensitive.

“User Content” means content you submit to the Service, including posts, comments, photos, videos, and event details.

“Device” means any smartphone, tablet, or other device you use to access the Service.

“Process” means any operation performed on Personal Information, such as collecting, storing, using, disclosing, or deleting.

3. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide to us, information collected automatically when you use the Service, and information we receive from third parties.

3.1 Information You Provide Directly

Account Information. When you create an account, we may collect:

Profile & Physical Information. You may choose to provide:

User Content and Community Activity. We collect information you submit through the Service, including:

Communications. If you contact us (e.g., support requests), we may collect the contents of your communications and any information you choose to provide.

3.2 Information Collected Automatically

Usage Data. When you use the Service, we may automatically collect information about your interactions, such as:

Device and Technical Data. We may collect:

3.3 Location Information

If you enable location permissions on your Device, we may collect precise location data to provide location-based features, including mapping, event discovery, and proximity-based features.

We use Google Maps and related services to map and present location information.

You can control location tracking through your Device settings. If you disable location permissions, some features may not function properly.

3.4 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from third-party service providers that support the Service (for example, mapping services, analytics providers, and cloud infrastructure providers). The information received depends on the provider and the services used.

4. How We Use Your Information

  1. Provide and operate the Service, including account creation, authentication, and user support.
  2. Personalize your experience, including displaying your profile and tailoring your feed.
  3. Enable social features, such as posting, commenting, and interacting with other users.
  4. Match and recommend, including recommending users, events, and content based on profile and usage signals.
  5. Enable location-based functionality, such as mapping, event discovery, and proximity features.
  6. Communicate with you, including service announcements, security notices, administrative messages, and updates.
  7. Improve and develop the Service, including monitoring usage, analyzing performance, debugging, and enhancing features.
  8. Protect safety and integrity, including detecting and preventing fraud, abuse, harassment, and violations of our Terms of Service.
  9. Comply with legal obligations and enforce our agreements.

5. Legal Bases for Processing (EEA/UK and Similar Regions)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom, or another region that requires a legal basis for processing, we process Personal Information under one or more of the following bases (as applicable):

Where we rely on consent, you may withdraw consent at any time (without affecting processing before withdrawal).

6. How We Disclose and Share Information

We do not sell your Personal Information for money. We may disclose information in the following circumstances:

6.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted vendors and service providers that perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics, customer support, mapping services such as Google Maps). These providers may access Personal Information only as necessary to provide services to us and are expected to protect it.

6.2 Legal and Safety

We may disclose information if we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to:

6.3 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, reorganization, bankruptcy, sale of assets, or similar transaction, your information may be disclosed and transferred as part of that transaction, subject to applicable law.

6.4 Public and Social Sharing

Certain profile information and User Content may be visible to other users depending on how you configure your account and what you post.

Location-based content may be public or visible to other users. Please use caution when sharing information that could be used to identify your real-world location, routine, or schedule.

7. “Sale” / “Sharing” for Advertising (California and Similar Laws)

Some privacy laws define “sale” or “sharing” broadly to include certain disclosures of Personal Information (such as online identifiers) to third parties for analytics or advertising.

We do not sell Personal Information for money.

Depending on the SDKs and integrations used, certain disclosures to third-party analytics or advertising partners may be considered a “sale” or “sharing” under some laws.

Opt-Out: Where required, we will provide a method for you to opt out of “sale” or “sharing” (for example, through in-app settings or a request process). If you want this implemented as a dedicated link or in-app toggle (e.g., “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information”), add the applicable control and update this section to describe it precisely.

8. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We may use cookies, SDKs, pixels, and similar technologies in connection with our Service (especially if we operate a website or embed third-party SDKs in the mobile app) to:

Your ability to control these technologies depends on your Device, browser, and app settings, and on the third-party technologies in use.

9. Data Storage, Retention, and Security

9.1 Storage and Retention

We retain Personal Information for as long as reasonably necessary to provide the Service, maintain business records, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

Retention periods vary depending on:

If you request deletion of your account, we will take steps to delete or de-identify Personal Information, subject to lawful exceptions (such as security logs, legal compliance, and dispute resolution).

9.2 Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Data may be encrypted in transit and/or at rest where appropriate.

No security system is impenetrable. While we work to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Children’s Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13, and users must be at least 13 years old to use the Service. We do not knowingly collect Personal Information from children under 13.

If we learn that we have collected Personal Information from a child under 13, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.

11. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your Personal Information.

11.1 Account Controls

You may be able to access and update certain information through your account settings.

11.2 Access, Correction, Deletion, and Portability

11.3 Location Controls

You can disable location tracking through your Device settings. If you disable location permissions, location-based features may be limited.

11.4 Marketing Communications

If we send marketing emails (if any), you may opt out by following unsubscribe instructions in the message or by contacting us.

11.5 How to Exercise Rights

To exercise your rights, contact us using the information in Section 16. We may need to verify your identity before responding.

12. California Privacy Notice (CCPA/CPRA)

12.1 Categories of Personal Information Collected

12.2 Purposes of Collection and Use

We use these categories for the business and commercial purposes described in Section 4.

12.3 Categories of Third Parties Disclosed To

12.4 “Sale” and “Sharing”

As described in Section 7, certain disclosures may be considered a “sale” or “sharing” under CCPA/CPRA depending on the technologies used.

12.5 California Consumer Rights

12.6 Authorized Agents

You may designate an authorized agent to make requests on your behalf. We may require verification of the agent’s authority and your identity.

13. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where we or our service providers operate.

14. Third-Party Services and Links

The Service may incorporate third-party services (e.g., Google Maps). Their privacy practices are governed by their own policies.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use after changes means acceptance.


playBYapp Terms of Service

Effective Date: April 08, 2025
Last Updated: April 08, 2025

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the playBYapp mobile application and related services (collectively, the “Service”) operated by MID Equities LLC, a New York limited liability company (“MID Equities,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

1. Acceptance of These Terms

By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, do not use the Service.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use the Service. By creating an account or using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet this requirement.

3. Definitions

4. Your Account

4.1 Registration and Accuracy

You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to keep such information updated.

4.2 Account Responsibility

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activity that occurs under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

4.3 Account Security

You agree not to circumvent, disable, or interfere with security-related features of the Service.

5. User Content and License

5.1 Ownership

You retain ownership of your User Content.

5.2 License Grant to Us

By posting or submitting User Content through the Service, you grant MID Equities a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to host, store, use, reproduce, modify (e.g., to format for display), publicly display, publicly perform, and distribute your User Content solely for the purpose of operating, improving, and providing the Service.

5.3 Your Representations

You represent and warrant that:

6. Community Standards and Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to, and not to assist others to, use the Service to:

We may (but are not obligated to) monitor content and activity to protect users and the integrity of the Service.

7. Events and Location-Based Features

7.1 Visibility and Sharing

The Service may allow you to create or participate in Events and to share location-based content. Certain Event details and location-based content may be visible to other users.

7.2 Safety Disclaimer

You are solely responsible for your interactions with other users and for your decision to attend, host, or participate in any Event. Use good judgment and take appropriate precautions when meeting others in person.

7.3 No Responsibility for Events

MID Equities does not organize, supervise, endorse, or control Events created by users, and we are not responsible for Event outcomes, conduct of attendees, or any injury, loss, or damage arising from Events.

8. Intellectual Property

8.1 Our Content

Our Content is owned by or licensed to MID Equities and is protected by intellectual property laws.

8.2 Limited License

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, revocable, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Service for your personal, non-commercial use.

8.3 Feedback

If you submit suggestions or feedback, you grant us the right to use it without restriction or compensation.

9. Copyright and DMCA Policy

9.1 Reporting Copyright Infringement

If you believe that content on the Service infringes your copyright, you may submit a notice under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (“DMCA”) to our designated agent. A DMCA notice should include:

9.2 Counter-Notification

If you believe your content was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification, you may submit a DMCA counter-notification with the information required by law.

9.3 Repeat Infringers

In appropriate circumstances, and at our discretion, we may disable or terminate accounts of users who are repeat infringers.

9.4 Designated DMCA Agent

DMCA Agent: MID Equities LLC
Email: support@playbyapp.net
Mailing Address: 307 W 38th Street, FL 16 #1621, New York NY 11018
Phone: ‪(914) 440-4760‬

10. Third-Party Services

The Service may integrate with or contain links to third-party services (such as Google Maps). We do not control third-party services and are not responsible for their content, terms, or privacy practices. Your use of third-party services may be governed by their separate terms.

11. Suspension and Termination

11.1 Termination by You

You may stop using the Service and may request deletion of your account at any time through available account settings (if provided) or by contacting support.

11.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time if we reasonably believe:

11.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, the license granted to you ends. Provisions that by their nature should survive will survive (including Sections on User Content license, disclaimers, limitation of liability, indemnification, and governing law).

12. Disclaimers

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MID EQUITIES DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR SECURE, OR THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED.

13. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MID EQUITIES AND ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND SERVICE PROVIDERS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, OR GOODWILL, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF (OR INABILITY TO USE) THE SERVICE, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MID EQUITIES’ TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE SERVICE WILL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID (IF ANY) TO USE THE SERVICE IN THE SIX (6) MONTHS BEFORE THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM.

14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless MID Equities and its affiliates, officers, employees, agents, and service providers from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from or related to:

15. Changes to the Service and These Terms

We may modify the Service and/or these Terms from time to time. If we make material changes, we will provide notice through the Service or by other appropriate means. Your continued use of the Service after the effective date of updated Terms constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

16. Governing Law and Venue

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York, without regard to conflict-of-laws principles. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service will be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in New York, New York, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

17. Miscellaneous

17.1 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision will be severed and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

17.2 No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision is not a waiver of such right or provision.

17.3 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

17.4 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and MID Equities regarding the Service and supersede any prior agreements.

Contact Us

MID Equities LLC
Attn: Privacy
Mailing Address: 307 W 38th Street, FL 16 #1621, New York NY 11018
Email: support@playbyapp.net