🔔 Types of Notifications
Sports Buddies sends various types of notifications to keep you updated:
- New Matches: Alerts when you receive new athlete suggestions
- Messages: Notifications for new messages and conversation updates
- Event Updates: Reminders about upcoming events and changes
- Profile Activity: Updates about profile views and interactions
- Safety Alerts: Important security and community updates
- App Updates: New features and improvements
🎛️ Notification Settings
Customize your notification preferences to stay informed without being overwhelmed:
📱 Push Notifications
Control which notifications appear on your device's lock screen and notification center.
📧 Email Notifications
Receive important updates and summaries via email for events and matches.
🔔 In-App Notifications
Manage notifications that appear within the Sports Buddies app.
⏰ Notification Timing
Set quiet hours and choose when you want to receive notifications.
🔒 Privacy Settings
Control who can see your information and how you appear to other users:
- Profile Visibility: Choose who can see your profile and information
- Online Status: Control whether others can see when you're active
- Location Sharing: Manage location permissions and sharing preferences
- Contact Information: Decide what personal details are visible to others
- Search Preferences: Control who can find and match with you
💡 Pro Tip
Review your privacy settings regularly to ensure they match your comfort level. You can always adjust them as your preferences change.
👤 Account Settings
Manage your account information and preferences:
- Personal Information: Update your name, email, and basic details
- Password & Security: Change passwords and enable two-factor authentication
- Sports Preferences: Modify your sports interests and skill levels
- Availability: Update your schedule and availability preferences
- Account Deletion: Options for deactivating or permanently deleting your account
🎨 App Preferences
Customize how the Sports Buddies app looks and behaves:
- Theme & Appearance: Choose between light and dark modes
- Language Settings: Select your preferred language
- Sound & Vibration: Customize notification sounds and haptic feedback
- Data Usage: Control app data consumption and offline capabilities
- Accessibility: Adjust text size, contrast, and other accessibility features
🛡️ Safety & Security Settings
Protect your account and maintain your safety:
- Two-Factor Authentication: Add an extra layer of security to your account
- Login Alerts: Get notified of suspicious login attempts
- Blocked Users: Manage your blocked users list
- Report History: View your previous safety reports and their status
- Emergency Contacts: Set up trusted contacts for safety situations
🔐 Enhanced Security
We use industry-standard encryption and security measures to protect your personal information and account.
💾 Data & Storage Management
Control your data and manage app storage:
- Data Download: Export your profile data and conversation history
- Storage Usage: Monitor and manage app storage consumption
- Cache Management: Clear app cache to free up storage space
- Data Retention: Control how long your data is stored
- Third-Party Sharing: Manage data sharing with external services
🔧 Troubleshooting Settings Issues
Common problems and their solutions:
- Notifications Not Working: Check device settings and app permissions
- Can't Change Settings: Ensure you're logged in and have a stable connection
- Privacy Changes Not Taking Effect: Wait a few minutes for updates to propagate
- Account Access Issues: Try logging out and back in, or reset your password
- Contact Support: Reach out to our team for persistent issues