Privacy & Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to enhance your experience, manage the IFES Esports World Cup 2025, and deliver top-tier esports action. Here’s what we might gather:

Personal Information:
Name, email address, phone number, and postal address (e.g., when you register for updates, contests, or ticket purchases). Username, password, and profile details (e.g., if you create an account). Payment details (e.g., for merchandise or premium services, processed via secure third-party providers).
Automatically Collected Data:
IP address, browser type, device information, and operating system (to optimize your browsing). Usage data like pages visited, time spent, and clicks (via cookies and analytics tools). Location data (approximate, based on IP or device settings, to tailor content).
User-Provided Content:
Comments, feedback, or submissions (e.g., forum posts, survey responses, or social media interactions linked to the Website). Profile pictures or other media you upload (e.g., for fan contests or participant bios).
Event-Specific Data:
Player stats, team info, or registration details (for participants in the World Cup). Preferences or interests (e.g., favorite game categories for personalized updates)

2. How We Collect Information

We gather data in a few ways:

• Directly from You: When you sign up, buy something, or fill out a form.
• Automatically: Through cookies, web beacons, and analytics as you navigate the Website. (See our “Cookies” section below for more!)
• From Third Parties: Partners like sponsors, payment processors, or social media platforms (e.g., if you log in via a third-party account).
• During Events: If you participate or attend, we may collect data like gameplay stats or event feedback.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your data fuels the IFES Esports World Cup 2025 experience. Here’s how we put it to work:

• To Personalize: Tailor content, recommend game categories, or send targeted newsletters (if you opt in).
• To Improve: Analyze usage trends, fix bugs, and make the Website and World Cup better.
• To Communicate: Respond to inquiries, send confirmations, or notify you about changes or promotions.
• To Market: Promote the event, sponsors, or merch (you can opt out anytime—see “Your Rights” below).
• To Protect: Prevent fraud, enforce security, and comply with legal obligations.

4. How We Share Your Information

We don’t sell your personal data—period. But we may share it in these cases:

• With Service Providers: Third parties like hosting services, payment processors, or analytics tools help us run the Website and event. They’re bound by strict confidentiality.
• With Partners & Sponsors: To fulfill promotions or co-branded experiences (e.g., a sponsor giveaway), but only with your consent where required.
• For Legal Reasons: If mandated by law, court order, or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
• In Business Transfers: If we merge or sell assets, your data might transfer to the new entity, subject to this policy.
• With Your Permission: If you choose to share publicly (e.g., leaderboard stats) or link accounts.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tools to make your experience seamless:

• Essential Cookies: Keep the Website running (e.g., login sessions).
• Performance Cookies: Track how you use the site to improve it.
• Marketing Cookies: Show relevant ads or track campaign success.

You can manage cookies via your browser settings but disabling them might limit functionality. Want more details? Email us at office@ifes.in .

6. Data Security

We take your security seriously:

• Encryption (e.g., SSL) protects data in transit.
• Firewalls, access controls, and regular audits guard our systems.
• Only authorized staff handle your info, and third parties sign strict agreements.
• Still, no system’s 100% hack-proof. If a breach happens, we’ll notify you per legal requirements.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You’ve got control over your data:

• Access: Request a copy of what we hold about you.
• Correct: Fix inaccurate info.
• Delete: Ask us to erase your data (subject to legal exceptions).
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails or revoke consent for non-essential uses.
• Portability: Get your data in a usable format (where applicable).
• Object: Challenge how we process your info if it impacts you unfairly.
• To exercise these rights, contact us at [office@ifes.in]. We’ll respond within 30 days (or sooner if required by law).

8. International Data Transfers

The IFES Esports World Cup 2025 is global, so your data might cross borders. We’re based in [insert country, e.g., USA], but servers or partners could be elsewhere. We ensure transfers meet standards like GDPR or use safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) to protect your info.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Website isn’t aimed at kids under 13 (or 16 in some regions, per local laws). If we accidentally collect a child’s data, we’ll delete it ASAP once verified. Parents or guardians can contact us at [office@ifes.in] for help.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Website might link to sponsor pages, social media, or partner sites. We’re not responsible for their privacy practices—check their policies before sharing info there.

11. Retention of Data

We keep your info only as long as needed:

• Account data: Until you delete it or after 2 years of inactivity.
• Transaction records: 7 years for legal/tax purposes.
• Analytics: Aggregated and anonymized after 26 months.

Deleted data is securely wiped, though backups might linger briefly.

12. Changes to This Policy

We might update this Privacy & Policy as the IFES Esports World Cup 2025 evolves. If big changes happen (e.g., new data uses), we’ll notify you via email or a Website banner. Check back here for the latest—effective dates are at the top.

13. Compliance with Laws

We align with global privacy regs like:

• GDPR (EU): Rights to access, erasure, and more for EU users.
• CCPA (California): Opt-out of data “sales” and transparency for CA residents.
• Other Regions: We’ll adapt to local laws as applicable.

Questions about your rights? Hit us up!

14. Contact Us

Got feedback, concerns, or requests? Reach out:

• Email: office@ifes.in
• Mail: IFES Esports World Cup, [ 10, US Complex, Jasola, New Delhi (India)]
• Phone: +91 9289095407 (Mon-Fri, 9 AM-5 PM [IST])
• We’re here to keep your data safe and your World Cup hype high!

We’re here to keep your data safe and your World Cup hype high!