1. Introduction
Welcome to SpikeGuard, a comprehensive volleyball training application designed for coaches and student-athletes at Batangas State University TNEU JPLPC–Malvar Campus. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our mobile application.
By using SpikeGuard, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your data in compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Philippines) and international data protection standards.
2. Information We Collect
We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services:
Personal Information
- Full name, email address, and university ID
- Contact information
- Age and gender (for demographic analysis)
Performance & Training Data
- Anthropometric measurements
- Physical fitness test results and performance metrics
- Training session logs and completion records
- Skill-specific performance evaluations
- Progress tracking data and historical performance
Health & Wellness Information
- Injury history and current health status
- Pain levels and symptom tracking
- Fatigue indicators and recovery metrics
- Pre-existing medical conditions
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
Core Service Provision
- Personalizing training programs and workout plans
- Tracking athletic progress and performance trends
- Generating performance analytics and reports
- Facilitating coach-athlete communication
Injury Prevention & Health Monitoring
- Identifying potential injury risks through data analysis
- Monitoring fatigue levels and recovery needs
- Providing recommendations for training adjustments
- Supporting health and wellness initiatives
Service Improvement
- Analyzing usage patterns to enhance app functionality
- Identifying and resolving technical issues
- Developing new features based on user needs
- Conducting research to improve training methodologies
Communication & Support
- Sending important updates and notifications
- Providing customer support and assistance
- Responding to inquiries and feedback
- Sharing relevant training resources and information
4. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.
Authorized Data Sharing
- With Coaches: Athlete performance and health data is shared only with designated coaches for training optimization and supervision purposes.
- With University Officials: Aggregated, anonymized data may be shared with university administration for program evaluation and improvement.
- With Service Providers: We engage third-party service providers (cloud hosting, analytics, etc.) who process data on our behalf under strict confidentiality agreements.
Legal Disclosures
We may disclose your information when required by law, regulation, or government request, or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
Data Minimization Principle: We only share the minimum amount of information necessary for each specific purpose and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your data.
5. Data Security Measures
We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information:
Technical Safeguards
- End-to-end encryption for data in transit and at rest
- Secure authentication and access control mechanisms
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Intrusion detection and prevention systems
Organizational Measures
- Strict data access policies on a need-to-know basis
- Regular staff training on data protection practices
- Confidentiality agreements with all personnel
- Incident response procedures for data breaches
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal obligations. Athlete data is typically retained for the duration of their enrollment at the university and for one year thereafter, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
6. Your Rights & Choices
As a data subject, you have certain rights regarding your personal information:
Access & Portability
- Request a copy of your personal data
- Obtain information about how your data is processed
- Receive your data in a portable, machine-readable format
Correction & Deletion
- Update or correct inaccurate personal information
- Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
- Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable
Restriction & Objection
- Restrict processing of your personal data in certain circumstances
- Object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Opt-out of marketing communications
To exercise these rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer using the contact information provided at the end of this policy.
7. International Data Transfers
Your personal information may be stored and processed on servers located outside the Philippines. When this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:
- Standard contractual clauses approved by data protection authorities
- Compliance with internationally recognized data protection frameworks
- Technical and organizational measures to protect data during transfer
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make changes, we will:
- Post the revised policy with an updated effective date
- Notify users through the app or email for significant changes
- Obtain consent where required by law
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
9. Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer:
Email: spikeguard@gmail.com
1. Agreement to Terms
Welcome to SpikeGuard, a volleyball training application developed for coaches and student-athletes at Batangas State University TNEU JPLPC–Malvar Campus. By downloading, installing, or using this application, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms") and our Privacy Policy.
If you are under 18 years of age, you may only use SpikeGuard under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian who has agreed to these Terms. SpikeGuard is not intended for use by children under 13 years of age.
Important: SpikeGuard is a training tool and not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with qualified healthcare professionals for medical concerns.
2. Eligibility & Registration
User Eligibility
SpikeGuard is available exclusively to:
- Current coaches and staff of Batangas State University TNEU JPLPC–Malvar Campus
- Enrolled student-athletes participating in the university's volleyball program
- Authorized university personnel involved in athletic training and development
Registration Requirements
To create an account, you must:
- Provide accurate and complete registration information
- Maintain and update your information to keep it current
- Safeguard your account credentials and not share them with others
- Promptly notify us of any unauthorized use of your account
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that provide false information or violate these Terms.
3. Permitted Use & Restrictions
Permitted Activities
As a SpikeGuard user, you may:
- Coaches: Create training programs, monitor athlete performance, analyze data, and communicate with athletes within the app.
- Athletes: Track training progress, record health metrics, complete assigned workouts, and communicate with coaches.
- Both: Access app features, view performance analytics, and utilize training resources provided through the application.
Prohibited Activities
You must not:
- Share your account credentials or allow others to use your account
- Use SpikeGuard for any purpose other than volleyball training and development
- Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the application
- Interfere with or disrupt the app's functionality or security
- Upload or transmit malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
- Use the app to harass, abuse, or discriminate against others
- Collect or harvest user data without authorization
- Impersonate another person or entity
4. Health & Safety Disclaimer
Critical Health Warning: SpikeGuard is designed to supplement, not replace, professional medical advice, coaching, or training. The app provides data and insights based on user input and algorithms, but it cannot account for all individual health factors or circumstances.
Medical Precautions
- Consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new exercise program
- Immediately stop any activity that causes pain or discomfort and seek medical attention
- Disclose all pre-existing medical conditions and injuries to your coach and healthcare providers
- Follow medical advice over app recommendations in case of conflict
Training Precautions
- Always warm up properly before training sessions and cool down afterward
- Stay hydrated and maintain proper nutrition during training
- Listen to your body and avoid overtraining or pushing through pain
- Use appropriate equipment and follow safety guidelines for all activities
- Report any injuries or health concerns immediately to your coach
Limitation of Health Claims
SpikeGuard does not claim to prevent, diagnose, treat, or cure any medical condition. The app's injury risk assessments are predictive tools based on available data and should not be considered definitive medical evaluations.
5. Intellectual Property Rights
Our Rights
SpikeGuard and its entire contents, features, and functionality are owned by Batangas State University TNEU JPLPC–Malvar Campus and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. This includes but is not limited to:
- The application software and underlying code
- Training methodologies and program structures
- Algorithms and data analytics systems
- Text, graphics, logos, and designs
- Audio and video content
Your Rights
You retain ownership of the content you submit to SpikeGuard, including:
- Personal performance data and training records
- Health information you choose to share
- Feedback and comments you provide
By submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content solely for the purpose of providing and improving our services.
6. Privacy & Data Protection
Your use of SpikeGuard is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the app, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in the Privacy Policy.
Data Accuracy
You are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of information you provide to SpikeGuard. Inaccurate data may lead to inappropriate training recommendations or health assessments.
Health Data Sensitivity
Given the sensitive nature of health and performance data, we implement enhanced security measures for such information. However, you acknowledge that no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
7. Account Suspension & Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account and access to SpikeGuard at our discretion, including but not limited to the following circumstances:
Grounds for Suspension/Termination
- Violation of these Terms of Service or our Privacy Policy
- Misuse of the application that could harm other users or the system
- Providing false or misleading information during registration
- Inactivity for a continuous period of 12 months
- Unauthorized access or attempts to compromise system security
- Use of the app for illegal or fraudulent purposes
Effects of Termination
Upon termination:
- Your right to use SpikeGuard will immediately cease
- Your account and associated data may be deleted per our Privacy Policy
- Any provisions of these Terms intended to survive termination will remain in effect
8. Limitation of Liability & Disclaimers
Service Disclaimer
SpikeGuard is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, SpikeGuard and its affiliates shall not be liable for:
- Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
- Injuries, health issues, or medical conditions resulting from training activities
- Loss of data, profits, revenue, or business opportunities
- Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
- Any reliance on information provided through the application
User Responsibility
You acknowledge that you are solely responsible for your training activities, health decisions, and any consequences thereof. We recommend consulting with qualified professionals before making significant changes to your training regimen.
Indemnification: You agree to indemnify and hold harmless SpikeGuard, its developers, and Batangas State University from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the application or violation of these Terms.
9. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of the Philippines, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of SpikeGuard shall be resolved through:
- Good faith negotiations between the parties
- Mediation through a mutually agreed-upon mediator
- If unresolved, litigation in the courts of Batangas, Philippines
Class Action Waiver
You agree to resolve any disputes individually and waive any right to participate in class actions or class-wide arbitration.
10. Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. When changes are made:
- We will post the revised Terms with an updated effective date
- Material changes will be communicated through the app or email
- Continued use of SpikeGuard after changes constitutes acceptance
- If you do not agree to the changes, you must discontinue use of the app
We recommend reviewing these Terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.
11. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms of Service or need assistance with SpikeGuard, please contact us:
Email: spikeguard@gmail.com
Address: SpikeGuard Development Team
Batangas State University TNEU JPLPC–Malvar Campus
Malvar, Batangas, Philippines
For technical support or app-related issues, please use the in-app support feature or contact your program coordinator.
