Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 23, 2026
Overview
MyBracketSim ("we", "us", or "our") operates the website at mybracketsim.com. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices regarding your data.
Information We Collect
Account Information: When you sign up, we collect your email address and display name through Firebase Authentication (via Google sign-in or email/password).
Bracket Data: We store the bracket picks, pool configurations, and simulation scenarios you create while using the app.
Usage Data: We collect anonymized usage data through Google Analytics, including pages visited, features used, and general interaction patterns. This helps us understand how to improve the product.
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
- Authentication: Firebase uses cookies to maintain your login session.
- Analytics: Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymized usage data.
- Advertising: Google AdSense may use cookies to serve relevant ads and measure ad performance.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some functionality of the site.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect or process your data:
- Firebase (Google): Authentication and data storage. Subject to Google's privacy policy.
- Google Analytics: Anonymized usage analytics. Subject to Google's privacy policy.
- Google AdSense: Ad serving for free-tier users. May use cookies for personalized advertising. Subject to Google's privacy policy.
- Stripe: Payment processing for Pro subscriptions. We do not store your payment card details — Stripe handles all payment data. Subject to Stripe's privacy policy.
Data Storage and Security
Your bracket data and account information are stored securely on our servers. We use industry-standard security practices to protect your data, including encrypted connections (HTTPS) and authenticated API access.
Children's Privacy
Our service is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of material changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at hello@mybracketsim.com.