Global Fishing League Privacy Policy
Effective Date: February 4, 2026
Global Fishing League ("GFL," "we," "our," or "us") operates a global
fishing competition platform through mobile applications, websites,
and related services (collectively, the "Services").
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, retain,
and protect personal information, and describes the rights and choices
of users.
By accessing or using the Services, you acknowledge that you have
read and understood this Privacy Policy.
1. Scope and Definitions
Personal Information means any information that identifies
or can reasonably be linked to an identifiable individual.
Processing means any operation performed on personal
information, including collection, use, storage, analysis,
disclosure, or deletion.
Data includes all information that you submit to GFL
via the Services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
- Account information
- Contact information
- Device identifiers
- IP addresses
2.2 Location Data
- GPS location
- Device-based location
- IP-based location
Location data is collected only with user consent.
2.3 Content Data
- Uploaded photos
- Logs
- Records
- Metadata
2.4 Technical Data
- Device information
- Usage data
- Analytics data
- System logs
3. Biometric, Computer Vision, and AI Processing
The platform uses backend computer vision and AI systems
to analyze fish imagery.
- Feature extraction
- Pattern recognition
- Biological modeling
- Species classification
- Measurement modeling
- Unique biological feature analysis
This processing applies only to fish imagery and biological
characteristics. It does not involve human biometric identifiers.
4. How We Collect Data
We collect data when you:
- Create or manage an account
- Upload photos or content
- Use AI tools
- Enable location services
- Create logs, trips, or journeys
- Use mapping or weather features
- Interact with the Services
- Contact support
- Participate in research, testing, or surveys
5. How We Use Personal Information
5.1 Core Platform Operations
- Providing platform functionality
- Operating AI tools
- Providing species identification and measurement
- Managing accounts
- Operating logs and journeys
- Enabling mapping and location features
- Providing weather and environmental data
5.2 Artificial Intelligence and Model Development
- Train AI models
- Develop algorithms
- Improve accuracy
- Build datasets
- Create derivative models
- Improve automation systems
GFL uses Microsoft Azure Machine Learning (Azure ML) services
for AI model training and validation.
5.3 Communications
- Service notices
- Account communications
- Product updates
- Platform announcements
- Marketing communications
6. Logbooks and Fish Journey System
The Services may include personal logbooks, trip records,
photo albums, and fish journeys.
Logs are private by default and are not visible to other users
unless explicitly shared.
7. Data Storage and Retention
- Platform operations
- AI training
- Model development
- Dataset creation
- Analytics
- Research
- Legal compliance
- Commercial development
8. Data Sharing
8.1 Service Providers
- Microsoft Azure cloud hosting
- Web App Services
- Container services
- Azure Blob Storage
- Image processing
- AI model hosting
- Analytics
- Advertising partners
- Customer support tools
8.2 Analytics Providers
GFL uses Google Analytics and Sentry for analytics,
monitoring, and error tracking.
8.3 Research and AI Development Partners
De-identified image data may be shared for research
and model improvement.
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
GFL uses browser cookies and related technologies
for analytics, performance monitoring,
and system optimization.
10. User Rights and Choices
10.1 Global Rights
- Access and review your data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete certain information
- Manage notification preferences
10.2 EU/UK (GDPR)
- Right to access
- Right to correct
- Right to erase
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object
10.3 California (CCPA/CPRA)
- Know what information is collected
- Access and delete information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Opt out of data sale or sharing
- Rights against discrimination
To submit a request, contact:
support@globalfishingleague.com
11. Children's Privacy
The Services are not directed to children under the age of 13
in the United States or the minimum age required by law
in other jurisdictions.
12. Security
- Encryption in transit and at rest
- Role-based access controls
- Moderation and fraud detection tools
- Secure authentication
- Monitoring for suspicious activity
13. Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy over time.
When changes occur, we will update the Effective Date
and notify users as required by law.
