EuroBJJ

1. Introduction

EuroBJJ ("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 visit our website eurobjj.com (the "Site") and use our services.

We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws. By using our Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you register for an account or use our services, we may collect:

Account Information: Name, email address, and password
Profile Information: BJJ belt rank, weight class, location, bio, and social media links (optional)
Event Submissions: Information about BJJ events you submit
Communications: Messages you send through our contact form

2.2 Information from Third Parties

If you choose to sign in using Google, we receive your name, email address, and profile picture from Google. We do not receive your Google password.

2.3 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect:

Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, referring website
IP Address: Used for security and approximate location
Cookies: Session cookies for authentication and preferences

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, maintain, and improve our services
Create and manage your account
Send you event reminders and notifications (with your consent)
Process event submissions
Respond to your inquiries and support requests
Detect and prevent fraud and abuse
Comply with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Under the GDPR, we process your personal data based on:

Contract: Processing necessary to provide our services to you
Consent: When you opt-in to email notifications or marketing
Legitimate Interest: To improve our services and prevent fraud
Legal Obligation: When required by law

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:

Service Providers: Hosting providers, email services, and analytics tools that help us operate our Site
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
Public Profile: Information you choose to make public on your profile

6. Your Rights (GDPR)

As a data subject under the GDPR, you have the right to:

Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
Restriction: Request limited processing of your data
Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@eurobjj.com or use the settings in your account dashboard.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, unless we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including encryption in transit (HTTPS), secure password hashing, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

9. International Data Transfers

Our servers are located in the European Union. If we transfer data outside the EU, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with GDPR requirements.

10. Cookies

We use the following types of cookies:

Essential Cookies: Required for the Site to function (authentication, security)
Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our Site

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may affect Site functionality.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our Site or sending you an email. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

Email: privacy@eurobjj.com
Website: eurobjj.com/contact

14. Supervisory Authority

If you are not satisfied with our response to your privacy concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority in your EU member state.