What is FOC and why is it important for archery?

FOC (Front of Center) measures how much of an arrow's weight is forward of its balance point. Proper FOC (10-15%) improves arrow flight stability, accuracy, and penetration. Too little FOC makes arrows unstable, while too much can affect trajectory.

How do I calculate arrow weight accurately?

Arrow weight is calculated by adding the shaft weight (GPI × length), point weight, insert weight, fletching weight (count × individual weight), and nock weight. The Perfect Arrow automatically calculates this using real manufacturer specifications.

What spine should I use for my bow?

Spine selection depends on your draw weight, draw length, arrow length, and point weight. Generally, higher draw weights require stiffer spines (lower numbers). Use manufacturer spine charts or The Perfect Arrow's calculator for precise recommendations.

How many arrows should I have in my quiver?

For hunting: 6-12 arrows minimum. For target archery: 3-6 arrows per end. Having extras allows for practice, replacement of damaged arrows, and ensures consistent performance across your set.

What's the difference between carbon and aluminum arrows?

Carbon arrows are lighter, faster, and more durable but more expensive. Aluminum arrows are heavier, less expensive, and easier to tune but can bend. Carbon-aluminum hybrids offer benefits of both materials.

Privacy Policy - The Perfect Arrow

1. Introduction

The Perfect Arrow ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services at theperfectarrow.com (the "Service").

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you register for an account, we collect:

Email address
Name (if provided through Google authentication)
Profile picture (if provided through Google authentication)
Bow specifications (draw weight, draw length, bow type) if you choose to provide them

Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use our Service:

Arrow build configurations and calculations
Component selections and preferences
Device and browser information
IP address (for analytics and security)
Usage patterns and feature interactions

Payment Information

We use Stripe to process payments. We do not store credit card details. Stripe may collect payment information according to their privacy policy.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

Provide and maintain our Service
Create and manage your account
Process your subscription payments
Save and sync your arrow builds across devices
Calculate arrow performance metrics based on your bow specifications
Send service-related emails (account verification, subscription updates)
Improve and optimize our Service
Respond to support requests

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information with:

Service Providers: Google (authentication), Stripe (payments), Vercel (hosting)
Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights
Business Transfers: In connection with a merger or acquisition
Aggregated Data: We may share anonymized, aggregated data for analytics

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. This includes encryption in transit (HTTPS), secure authentication through Google OAuth, and regular security reviews. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at support@theperfectarrow.com.

7. Cookies

We use essential cookies for authentication and to maintain your session. We may also use analytics cookies to understand how you use our Service. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate information
Request deletion of your account and data
Export your arrow build data
Opt-out of non-essential communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@theperfectarrow.com.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: support@theperfectarrow.com
Website: theperfectarrow.com