Biz Bingo Privacy Policy and Acceptable Use Policy

Last updated: [12/16/2025]

What We Collect

  • Player names (first name only, entered voluntarily)
  • Game session data (temporary, deleted after 24 hours)
  • Anonymous user IDs (Firebase Authentication)
  • User chat messages (deleted after 10 seconds)
  • Messages include: username, message text, and timestamp
  • Message data is linked to your anonymous user ID

How We Use It

  • To enable multiplayer gameplay
  • To sync bingo cards in real-time
  • To determine game winners
  • To allow players to send messages in-game
  • Other players in your game can see your messages

Third-Party Services

We use Firebase (Google) for:

  • Anonymous authentication
  • Real-time database
  • Hosting

Data Retention

  • All game data is automatically deleted after 24 hours
  • No long-term storage of personal information
  • Chat messages are deleted after 10 seconds of visibility.

Your Rights

  • You can request data deletion at any time
  • Contact: support@businessbingoapp.com

Children’s Privacy

Business Bingo is rated 12+ and not directed at children under 13.

Changes

We may update this policy. Check this page periodically.

Contact

support@businessbingoapp.com

Acceptable Use Policy & Community Guidelines

Biz Bingo – Effective December 2025


1. Overview

Biz Bingo includes chat functionality that allows players to communicate during games. By using the chat feature, you agree to follow these guidelines. We want everyone to have fun making fun of corporate jargon—not each other.


2. Prohibited Content & Conduct

You may NOT post messages that contain:

Harassment & Abuse

  • Threats, intimidation, or harassment of any kind
  • Bullying, targeted attacks, or hate speech
  • Discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any protected characteristic
  • Doxxing or sharing others’ personal information without consent

Illegal Activity

  • Content that promotes or facilitates illegal activities
  • Sharing of illegal material
  • Impersonation of others
  • Fraud or deceptive practices

Inappropriate Content

  • Sexually explicit material or sexual harassment
  • Graphic violence or gore
  • Content that exploits or endangers minors
  • Self-harm or suicide promotion

Spam & Disruption

  • Repetitive or nonsensical messages designed to disrupt gameplay
  • Advertising, promotional content, or solicitation
  • Phishing attempts or malicious links
  • Excessive use of profanity intended to harass

Privacy Violations

  • Sharing your own or others’ personal information (phone numbers, addresses, email, etc.)
  • Screenshots or recordings of private conversations without consent

3. Appropriate Use

Chat is intended for:

  • Light-hearted commentary about meetings and corporate buzzwords
  • Coordinating gameplay with other players
  • Friendly banter and humor
  • Celebrating wins or commiserating over losses

Keep it fun, not mean. We built this app to make boring meetings more bearable—not to make anyone feel worse about their day.


4. Enforcement & Consequences

First Violation: Warning (content removed)
Repeated Violations: Temporary or permanent ban from chat features
Severe Violations: Immediate permanent ban and potential legal action

We reserve the right to:

  • Remove any content that violates these guidelines
  • Suspend or terminate accounts without warning for severe violations
  • Report illegal activity to law enforcement
  • Cooperate with legal authorities in investigations

5. Reporting Violations

If you encounter inappropriate content:

  1. Use the “Report Inappropriate Content” button in the game screen
  2. Your report is confidential and will be reviewed by our team
  3. We aim to review reports within 48 hours
  4. False or malicious reports may result in action against your account

For urgent safety concerns or illegal content, email: [nickmdowns@gmail.com]


6. Content Moderation

Our Approach:

  • Chat messages are limited to 30 characters and auto-delete after games end
  • Rate limiting prevents spam (1 message per 2 seconds)
  • All reports are manually reviewed
  • We do NOT pre-screen messages (messages appear immediately)
  • We do NOT guarantee 24/7 moderation coverage

You are responsible for your own messages. Think before you send.


7. Privacy & Data

What we collect from chat:

  • Message text (up to 30 characters)
  • Your username
  • Timestamp
  • Game ID

What we do with it:

  • Store temporarily during active games
  • Delete automatically when games are reset
  • Review only when reported
  • Never sell or share with third parties

See our full Privacy Policy for details.


8. Children’s Safety

Age Requirement: You must be 13+ to use Biz Bingo (17+ recommended for workplace humor context)

If you are under 18:

  • Do not share personal information
  • Tell a trusted adult if someone makes you uncomfortable
  • Use the report button if you see inappropriate content

9. Your Responsibilities

By using chat, you agree to:

  • ✅ Treat other players with respect
  • ✅ Follow these guidelines
  • ✅ Report violations when you see them
  • ✅ Accept that we may remove content or ban users at our discretion
  • ❌ NOT use the app if you’re under 13

10. Disclaimers

User-Generated Content: Messages are created by users, not by Biz Bingo. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or opinions expressed by users.

No Guarantee of Safety: While we have safeguards in place, we cannot guarantee that you will never encounter inappropriate content. Use at your own discretion.

Changes to Policy: We may update these guidelines at any time. Continued use of chat after changes constitutes acceptance.


11. Contact Us

Questions about these guidelines?

  • Email: [nickmdowns@gmail.com]
  • Report in-app: Use the “Report Inappropriate Content” button

Summary (TL;DR)

  • Be respectful and have fun
  • No harassment, hate speech, illegal content, or spam
  • Report problems using the in-app button
  • Violations = warnings, bans, or worse
  • Messages auto-delete when games end
  • We review reports manually but can’t monitor everything

Remember: This app is about laughing at “synergy” and “circling back”—not about being terrible to each other. Keep it light.


Last Updated: December 16, 2025