Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 27, 2026
1. Introduction
Championat ("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 tournament management platform.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
We collect information you directly provide, including:
- Account Information: Email address and password when you register
- Tournament Data: Tournament names, formats, dates, and settings
- Participant Information: Team names, player names, and contact details
- Match Results: Scores, rankings, and standings you record
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you use our Service, we automatically collect:
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device type
- Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, and time spent on the Service
- Log Data: IP address, access times, and referring URLs
2.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to maintain your session, remember your preferences, and analyze Service usage. You can control cookie settings through your browser, but disabling cookies may affect Service functionality.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
- Process and manage your tournaments
- Authenticate users and maintain account security
- Send important notifications about your account or tournaments
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
- Detect and prevent fraud or security issues
4. Information Sharing
4.1 Public Information
When you create a public tournament, certain information becomes publicly accessible, including:
- Tournament name and format
- Team and player names
- Match schedules and results
- Rankings and standings
4.2 Third-Party Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Service, such as:
- Hosting and infrastructure providers
- Analytics services
- Email delivery services
These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide to us.
4.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:
- Legal processes or government requests
- Enforcement of our Terms of Service
- Protection of our rights, privacy, safety, or property
- Prevention of fraud or security issues
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure password hashing
- Regular security assessments
- Access controls and authentication
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. We may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes, such as:
- Resolving disputes
- Enforcing our agreements
- Complying with legal obligations
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from non-essential communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
8. Children's Privacy
The Service is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 16, please contact us immediately.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on the Service or sending you an email. Your continued use of the Service after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: support@championat.io