Privacy Policy

1. Overview

Metric Hoops (“the Site,” “we,” “us”) takes your privacy seriously. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices regarding that information. Metric Hoops does not require user accounts and collects minimal personal data.

2. Information We Collect

Feedback Submissions

If you submit feedback through our feedback form, we collect the information you voluntarily provide, which may include your name, email address, and the content of your message. This information is used solely to read and respond to your feedback.

Usage Data

Like most web services, our hosting provider may automatically collect standard server log data, including your IP address, browser type, referring URLs, and pages visited. This data is used for operational purposes (performance monitoring, security) and is not linked to any personally identifiable information.

No Cookies for Tracking

Metric Hoops does not use advertising cookies or third-party tracking cookies. Your dark/light mode preference is stored in your browser’s local storage and never transmitted to our servers.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To read and respond to feedback you submit
• To monitor site performance and diagnose technical issues
• To improve the content and functionality of the Site

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Third-Party Data Sources

The Site displays data fetched from external sources including NBA.com, Basketball Reference, HoopsHype, ESPN, CBS Sports, Pro Sports Transactions, SportsBookReview, and Action Network. When you visit Metric Hoops, no data is shared with these providers about your browsing session. However, player headshot images and team logos are loaded directly from NBA CDN servers, which may log your IP as a standard web request.

5. Data Retention

Feedback submissions are retained for as long as necessary to respond to your message and improve the Site. Server log data is typically retained for 30 days by our hosting providers.

6. Children’s Privacy

Metric Hoops is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

8. Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy? Use our feedback form to get in touch.