Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 27, 2026
Handshake Bets, Inc. ("Handshake," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our peer-to-peer betting platform.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Name and email address
- Profile picture (optional)
- Account credentials
Financial Information
- Bank account information (collected and stored securely by Plaid, our payment processor)
- Transaction history
- Betting activity and wallet balances
Usage Data
- Device information and IP address
- Browser type and settings
- Pages visited and features used
- Interaction with other users
Location Data
- IP-based geolocation (state/country)
- Browser geolocation (if you grant permission)
- Location history for compliance verification
Why we collect location data: We use location information to ensure compliance with state and federal gambling laws. Real-money betting users must verify their location at bet placement time to confirm they're in an allowed jurisdiction.
2. How We Use Your Information
- Provide and operate the Handshake platform
- Process bets, deposits, and withdrawals
- Verify your identity and prevent fraud
- Verify your location for regulatory compliance and determine betting mode eligibility
- Send notifications about your account and betting activity
- Improve our services and user experience
- Comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes
- Communicate with you about platform updates
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
Service Providers:
- Plaid (payment processing and bank connections)
- Base44 (infrastructure and hosting)
- Email service providers
Other Users:
Your public profile information (name, profile picture) is visible to other users when you place bets or interact on the platform.
Legal Requirements:
We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety.
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
- Data encryption in transit and at rest
- Secure authentication via OAuth 2.0
- SOC 2 Type II certified infrastructure
- Regular security audits and monitoring
- Access controls and staff training
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data (subject to legal requirements)
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Export your data in a portable format
To exercise these rights, contact us at Nyel1307@gmail.com
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations (typically 7 years for financial records). See our Data Retention Policy for details.
7. Third-Party Links
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. Please review their privacy policies.
8. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through a notice on our platform. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact: