Privacy Policy for Betting Buddha

Effective Date: March 19, 2026

Betting Buddha (“Bot”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is a Discord bot that allows users to enter sports betting picks, track games, share results, and view member statistics. The Bot is operated from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the Bot. By using the Bot, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

1. Discord Information: When you interact with the Bot, we collect your Discord user ID, username, and other account information provided through the Discord API. We also collect information about the Discord server (server ID, name) where the Bot is used.
2. Betting and Usage Data: We collect the sports betting picks you enter (such as selected teams, bet types, games), game outcomes or results you or the Bot tracks, and any statistics generated (win/loss records, performance metrics). This may include timestamps and server channels used for commands.
3. Other Data: Usage data like commands used and frequency of interaction (for improving the Bot).

We do not collect payment information, emails, or phone numbers directly unless you provide them for support. The Bot may interact with public sports data sources solely to fetch game results; no personal user data is shared with those services.

How We Use Your Information

● To provide and maintain the Service: process your picks, track games, calculate and display statistics, and post results in Discord servers.

● To personalize your experience and generate member statistics.

● To improve the Bot, fix bugs, and develop new features.

● To respond to support requests.

● To comply with legal obligations.

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data:

● With service providers (e.g., database hosting) who assist in operating the Bot, under confidentiality agreements.

● With Discord as necessary for API functionality.

● In response to legal requests, court orders, or to protect rights, safety, or property.

● In the event of a business transfer (merger, etc.).

Your betting picks and stats are visible within the Discord server(s) you use the Bot in, as per server settings and your interactions.

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures (encryption where possible, access controls) to protect your data. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your data as long as your interactions continue or as necessary for the purposes outlined. You can request deletion of your data (see Your Rights below). Server data may be retained if the Bot remains in the server. Removing the Bot from a server will trigger deletion of associated server-specific data where technically feasible.

Your Rights

You may contact us to:

● Access the personal data we hold about you.

● Request correction or deletion of your data.

● Opt out of certain processing (where applicable).

For data deletion, note that some data may be retained for legal or legitimate business purposes.

Children’s Privacy

The Bot is not directed at children under 13 years of age (Discord’s minimum). We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we become aware of such data, we will take steps to delete it. Parents: Contact us if you believe your child has provided data.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this policy. We will notify users by posting the new policy and updating the effective date. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

Contact Us

If you have questions or requests regarding your data, please contact the developer at [Insert your email or Discord support method here] or reach out via the Discord server where you use the Bot.

Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Pennsylvania, United States.