Last Updated: December 19, 2024
1. Introduction
Tombstone Dash, LLC ("CastAlert," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the CastAlert mobile application and services.
2. What Data We Collect
Minimal Data Collection
CastAlert operates on a principle of minimal data collection. We only collect what's necessary to provide you with real-time casting notifications:
- Location preferences (optional) - To filter casting calls by city/region
- Notification settings - Your preferences for which types of casting calls to receive
- Push notification token - To send alerts to your device
- Device information - Basic device type and OS for compatibility
Data Stored Locally
All your preferences and settings are stored locally on your device. This means:
- Your data remains under your control
- No profile synchronization across devices
- Deleting the app removes all your data
- We cannot access your preferences unless you explicitly share them
3. What We DON'T Collect
🔒 No Personal Accounts Required
CastAlert does NOT require or collect:
- Email addresses
- Names or personal identifiers
- Phone numbers
- Social media profiles
- Payment information
- Precise GPS coordinates
- Browsing history
- Contact lists
- Photos or media files
4. How We Use Your Information
The limited data we collect is used exclusively to:
- Send you real-time casting call notifications
- Filter casting opportunities based on your location preferences
- Ensure push notifications reach your device
- Provide technical support if requested
- Improve app performance and fix bugs
5. Third-Party Services
Push Notification Services
We use platform-specific push notification services:
- Apple Push Notification Service (APNS) for iOS devices
- Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) for Android devices
These services only receive your device token and the casting alert content. They do not have access to any personal information.
Casting Data Sources
CastAlert aggregates public casting information from industry sources. We do not share your data with these sources.
6. Data Storage & Security
📱 Local Storage Priority
Your preferences and settings are stored locally on your device using secure device storage. This approach ensures:
- Complete user control over data
- No central database of user information
- Automatic data deletion when app is uninstalled
- No risk of server-side data breaches
For push notifications, only your device token is stored on our secure servers, encrypted at rest and in transit using industry-standard protocols.
7. User Rights & Data Control
Your Rights
You have complete control over your data:
- Access: View all your settings directly in the app
- Modification: Change your preferences at any time
- Deletion: Remove all data by uninstalling the app
- Opt-out: Disable notifications through app or device settings
- Portability: Export your preferences if needed
How to Exercise Your Rights
- To stop notifications: Toggle off in app settings or iOS/Android settings
- To delete all data: Simply uninstall the app
- To modify preferences: Use the settings menu in the app
- For assistance: Contact info@tombstonedash.com
8. GDPR Compliance
🇪🇺 European Union Users
CastAlert is fully compliant with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Lawful Basis: Consent (you choose to enable notifications)
- Data Minimization: We collect only essential data
- Purpose Limitation: Data used only for casting notifications
- Storage Limitation: Data stored only while app is installed
- Right to Erasure: Uninstalling removes all data
- Data Portability: Your data is already on your device
- Privacy by Design: Local storage prioritized
EU users have additional rights under GDPR including the right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities. Our GDPR representative can be reached at info@tombstonedash.com.
9. Children's Privacy
CastAlert is intended for professional actors and is not designed for users under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided information should contact us immediately at info@tombstonedash.com.
10. Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent any information to third parties.
The minimal data we collect may only be shared:
- With push notification services (device tokens only)
- If required by valid legal process
- To protect safety or prevent fraud
- In connection with a business transfer (with notice)
11. International Data Transfers
CastAlert operates primarily in the United States. If you use our app from outside the U.S., your device token may be transferred to U.S. servers for push notification delivery. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers in compliance with applicable laws.
12. California Privacy Rights
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) including:
- Right to know what information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of sale (we don't sell data)
- Right to non-discrimination
To exercise these rights, contact us at info@tombstonedash.com.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes:
- The "Last Updated" date will be revised
- Significant changes will trigger an in-app notification
- Continued use after changes implies acceptance
14. Contact Us
For privacy questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights, please contact:
📧 Email: info@tombstonedash.com
🏢 Company: Tombstone Dash, LLC
📍 Location: San Diego, California, United States
🌐 Website: castalert.io
We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 48 hours.