Ask first, then film.

Let the people you play with know before the match that you are filming with Smash Field. One sentence is usually enough, and most players find the insights genuinely interesting afterwards. If someone does not want to be filmed, respect that and skip the recording. A secret recording is not fair play and can violate the personality rights of the people filmed.

Watching your own analysis is one thing, sharing a video publicly is quite another. Before you publish clips on social media or anywhere else, ask everyone who is recognisable in them whether they are okay with it. If someone later asks you to take a clip down, do so. No clip is worth making someone feel exposed.

The same goes for the match link. Sending it to your opponent is exactly what it is for. Posting it in a group or passing it on is something you should only do if everyone agrees, because anyone with the link sees the videos and the numbers.

If minors are playing, obtain their parents' consent before recording. Be doubly careful when sharing recordings that show children and teenagers: when in doubt, do not publish.

Some clubs and venues have their own rules on filming, and recordings may be prohibited entirely at tournaments and league matches. When in doubt, check briefly with the operator or tournament officials before setting up your camera.

Position the camera so that it shows your court and captures neighbouring courts as little as possible. Our camera setup recommendations help you find the right angle.

The insights from Smash Field are a training tool, not an official decision maker. Use them to understand your game, not to relitigate disputed calls after the fact. The usual rules of fair play apply on court.