Legal
Privacy Policy & GDPR
Last updated: February 2026 · Contact: info@bjj.network
1. Introduction
BJJ Network ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App") and related services.
By using BJJ Network, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully before using the App.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information You Provide
When you register and use BJJ Network, we may collect:
- Account Information: Name, email address, password, profile picture
- Profile Details: Belt rank, training history, academy affiliation, bio
- Coach Information (for coaches): Specialisations, hourly rates, social media links, certifications
- Training Data: Training sessions, techniques logged, competition history, training notes
- Location Data: With your permission, we collect location data to find nearby gyms and training partners
- Payment Information: When making purchases, payment processing is handled by Stripe. We do not store your full credit card details.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
- Usage Data: Features used, time spent in app, interaction patterns
- Log Data: IP address, access times, app crashes and errors
2.3 Media and Content
- Photos and Videos: Profile pictures, training videos you upload
- User-Generated Content: Comments, reviews, messages to other users
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide and maintain the App's functionality
- Create and manage your account
- Connect you with nearby gyms and training partners
- Enable coach-student interactions and content delivery
- Track your training progress and statistics
- Process payments and subscriptions
- Send notifications about events, training reminders, and updates
- Improve our services and develop new features
- Ensure safety and security of our platform
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Camera & Media Access
What We Access
We access the device camera and media library to allow users to upload profile pictures, record and share training videos, capture technique demonstrations, and add images to training logs and gym reviews.
How Media is Stored
Images or videos captured using the camera are either stored locally on your device or securely uploaded to our servers using encrypted connections. Media uploaded to our servers is stored in secure cloud storage (Cloudflare) with access controls. Your media is not shared with third parties except where required to provide core app functionality.
User Control
You can revoke camera and photo library access at any time through your device's system settings. You can also delete any uploaded media from within the app. Some features may be limited without camera or media access.
5. Microphone & Audio Access
Voice-to-Text Feature (Pro Subscription)
We access the device microphone to enable the voice-to-text feature for logging training notes. Audio recordings are processed securely to convert speech to text using OpenAI's transcription service, not stored permanently after transcription is complete, and not shared with third parties except for the transcription processing. You can revoke microphone access at any time through your device settings.
6. Location Data
We collect location data only when you grant permission, to find nearby BJJ gyms, locate training partners in your area, show relevant local events and competitions, and enable gym check-in features. You can disable location access in your device settings at any time.
7. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with the following service providers:
- Cloudflare: Video hosting, content delivery, and file storage
- Stripe: Payment processing
- MongoDB: Database services
- OpenAI: Voice transcription processing
- Expo: Push notifications and app infrastructure
Your public profile information (name, belt rank, academy) is visible to other users. We may disclose information if required by law or to protect rights, safety, or property.
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures including encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS), secure password hashing (bcrypt), JWT-based authentication tokens, regular security audits, and access controls and monitoring. However, no method of electronic transmission is 100% secure and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
- Opt-out: Disable notifications or location services
- Data Portability: Export your training data
- Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
To exercise these rights, contact us at info@bjj.network.
10. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. After account deletion, we may retain certain data for legal, security, or business purposes for up to 90 days. You may request account deletion at any time through the app settings or by contacting us.
11. Children's Privacy
BJJ Network is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete such information.
12. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
13. Third-Party Links
The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
14. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents have additional rights including: the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, the right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we do not sell your data), and the right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights.
15. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
EU and UK residents have additional rights under GDPR including:
- Right to access, rectify, or erase personal data
- Right to restrict or object to processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (UK: the ICO)
16. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the App and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
17. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
