Last updated: June 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Fanly.Chat ("Fanly", "we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you use our website and services (the "Service"). By using the Service, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
We collect the following types of information:
| Information | How it's collected | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Email address | Provided by you at sign-up | Account login and authentication |
| Username | Chosen by you at sign-up | Public display name on the Service |
| Country / favourite club | Chosen by you at sign-up or in profile settings | Public profile display (flag avatar, club badge) |
| Posts, comments, predictions | Created by you while using the Service | Core functionality of the Service — displayed publicly |
| Usage data | Automatically collected (e.g. cached preferences) | Improving performance and reducing data usage |
We do not collect your real name, phone number, physical address, or payment information, as these are not required to use the Service.
We use the information we collect to:
Please note that your username, country, favourite club (if selected), posts, comments, and prediction history are publicly visible to anyone using the Service, including people who are not logged in. Do not post information you wish to keep private.
We use Google Firebase (Authentication, Firestore Database, and Hosting) to store account information and content, and to operate the Service. Firebase's own privacy practices apply to data processed on their infrastructure — you can review Google's privacy policy at policies.google.com/privacy.
Country flag images are loaded from a third-party flag image provider (flagcdn.com). Loading these images may share your IP address with that provider, similar to loading any image from the web.
We use your browser's local storage to cache certain data (such as match fixtures, your liked posts, and profile information) to reduce data usage and improve load times. This data stays on your device and is not used for tracking or advertising purposes. We do not use third-party advertising cookies.
We retain your account information and content for as long as your account is active. If you wish to delete your account or request removal of your data, you can contact us through the options available on the Service, and we will take reasonable steps to remove your personal information, except where retention is required for legal or security purposes.
The Service is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a user under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information.
We use industry-standard tools (including Firebase Authentication and Firestore security rules) to help protect your information. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
You can update your country and favourite club at any time through your profile settings. You can stop using the Service and request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will make reasonable efforts to notify users, such as by posting a notice on the Service. Your continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, you can reach out to us through the contact options available on the Service.