Privacy Policy

Last Updated: Jan 27, 2026

1. Introduction & Scope

Welcome to the BACO mobile application. BACO is a community portal providing honest reporting on subjects concerning Ohio. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our Android application.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide and improve our services. This includes:

  • Direct Information: Email addresses provided for newsletter subscriptions.
  • Device Information: Basic device metadata (e.g., model, OS version) to ensure app stability and security.

3. Child Safety Standards (COPPA & GDPR-K Compliance)

BACO is committed to the safety of children.

  • Age Restriction: Our app is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age in your jurisdiction).
  • Verification: If we discover that we have inadvertently collected data from a child under 13, we will delete that information immediately.
  • Parental Rights: Parents may contact us to request deletion of their child’s data.
  • Content Safety: We maintain strict editorial standards to ensure appropriate and safe content.

4. Legitimate Interests & Processing

We process your data based on legitimate interests, including:

  • Security and protection from unauthorized access
  • Legal defense and compliance
  • App development and user experience improvement

5. Marketing and Profiling

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we may use your email to send targeted reports or campaigns.

  • Profiling: Automated processing may be used to suggest relevant news topics.
  • Opt-out: You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails.

6. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We may use authorized third-party processors such as hosting or email services. These partners are legally required to protect your data. We do not sell personal information.

7. Your Rights (GDPR & Global Standards)

  • Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten")
  • Right to Object to marketing-related processing
  • Right to withdraw consent at any time

Note: Data may be retained if required for legal obligations or defense of legal claims.

8. Geographical Processing

Your data may be processed and transferred internationally where legally permitted. Appropriate safeguards are applied to all transfers.

10. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to meet legal or service requirements. Data is securely destroyed when no longer needed.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Any changes will be posted in the app and reflected in the updated date above.

12. Contact Us

For questions regarding privacy, child safety, or your rights, contact us at:
Email: bacomail@googlegroups.com