Privacy Policy for HumbleChess.com

Effective Date: 9/26/24

At HumbleChess.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our website, services, and online platforms.

1. Information We Collect

We collect both personal and non-personal information from you when you interact with HumbleChess.com. This includes:

Personal Information:

Name
Email address
Username
Payment information (for purchases or subscriptions)
Profile information (such as avatar or chess rating)
Any other information you voluntarily provide to us (e.g., via forms, contact submissions, or Discord)

Non-Personal Information:

IP address
Browser type
Device information (e.g., desktop or mobile)
Website usage data (pages visited, time on site, clicks, etc.)
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide, manage, and improve our services, including user accounts, live streams, and online community platforms.
Communicate with you, such as responding to inquiries, sending newsletters, and providing updates about the community.
Process payments and manage orders through our online shop.
Enhance your experience on HumbleChess.com, including personalizing content and providing relevant resources.
Analyze website traffic and usage patterns to improve site functionality and user experience.
Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud or misuse of the website.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

HumbleChess.com uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and gather usage data. These small files are stored on your device to:

Remember your preferences and login details.
Provide analytics on website traffic and usage.
Deliver personalized content and ads.

You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may limit the functionality of some features on the website.

4. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy and will never sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share your information with third parties in the following situations:

Service Providers: We work with third-party providers (e.g., payment processors, hosting services) to help operate the website. These providers have access to the necessary information to perform their services but are obligated to keep your information confidential.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights, or prevent fraudulent activities.
Community Platforms: If you participate in our community forums, Discord, or public chats, your username and contributions may be visible to other users.

5. Data Security

We take data security seriously and use industry-standard measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no online platform is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

6. Your Choices and Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Update: You can access, review, and update your personal information through your account settings.
Delete or Deactivate: You may request to delete your account and personal information. Note that we may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
Unsubscribe from Emails: You can opt-out of receiving newsletters or promotional emails by following the unsubscribe link at the bottom of the emails.

7. Third-Party Links

HumbleChess.com may contain links to third-party websites (such as Discord or TikTok). This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated policy will take effect on the date noted at the top of the page.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:

Email: tomhawks@imtomhawks.com

By using HumbleChess.com, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.