Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

TipsChampions ("we", "our", or "the Platform") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.

TipsChampions is a private, invitation-only platform for friends and family. We take your privacy seriously and only collect information necessary to provide our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you register and use TipsChampions, we collect:

• Account Information: Name, email address, username, and password
• Profile Information: Profile emoji/avatar selection, display preferences
• Predictions: Your match predictions and special bets
• Communications: Messages sent in group chats

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you access the platform, we automatically collect:

• Log Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time and date of visits
• Device Information: Device type, operating system
• Usage Data: Features used, actions taken on the platform

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide Services: Create and manage your account, process predictions, calculate points
• Communication: Send important updates, notifications about deadlines, and group activity
• Platform Improvement: Analyze usage to improve features and user experience
• Security: Protect against unauthorized access and ensure platform integrity
• Support: Respond to your questions and provide assistance

4. Information Sharing

4.1 With Other Users

Certain information is visible to other platform users:

• Your display name and profile emoji
• Your predictions (after match deadlines pass)
• Your points and leaderboard position within groups you belong to
• Messages you post in group chats

4.2 We Do NOT

• Sell your personal information to third parties
• Share your email address with other users
• Use your data for advertising purposes
• Share your information with external marketing services

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or property of our users or the platform.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption: Passwords are securely hashed and stored
• Secure Connections: Data transmitted via HTTPS
• Access Controls: Limited access to personal data
• Security Logging: Monitoring for suspicious activity

While we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services:

• Account Data: Retained while your account is active
• Predictions & Points: Retained for historical leaderboards and statistics
• Chat Messages: May be automatically deleted after a configurable period
• Security Logs: Retained for up to 365 days for security purposes

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information via your profile settings
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Notification Preferences: Control what notifications you receive
• Data Export: Request an export of your prediction history

To exercise these rights, please contact the platform administrator.

8. Cookies and Local Storage

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

• Authentication: Keeping you logged in
• Preferences: Remembering your theme and display settings
• Security: CSRF protection and session management

We do not use tracking cookies or third-party analytics services.

9. Children's Privacy

TipsChampions is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete that information.

10. International Users

TipsChampions is operated from and data is stored in our hosting location. By using the platform, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via:

• Email notification
• Platform notification
• Updated "Last modified" date at the top of this page

Continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact the platform administrator.