Effective Date: 5/11/24
Introduction
MyPickleballstory.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”) takes the privacy of our visitors (“you” or “your”) very seriously. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we may collect on this website (the “Website”) and how we use that information. We strive to comply with all applicable data privacy regulations.
Information We May Collect
We may collect two categories of information on the Website:
- Personal Information: This information identifies you as a specific individual. We may collect personal information such as your name and email address if you choose to leave a comment, subscribe to our newsletter, or contact us directly.
- Non-Personal Information: This information does not identify you as a specific individual. It may include information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, the pages you visit on the Website, the dates and times of your visits, and data collected through cookies and other tracking technologies (explained below).
Use of Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes, with a legal basis for each:
- To improve the Website and your user experience (Legitimate Interest): We analyze non-personal information to understand user behavior and improve the Website’s functionality.
- To respond to your comments and inquiries (Contractual): We use your contact information to fulfill your requests and provide customer service.
- To send you newsletters and other information about pickleball and the Website (Consent): We will only send you communications with your prior consent, which you can withdraw anytime.
- To analyze how visitors use the Website (Legitimate Interest): We use anonymized data to understand user trends and improve the Website’s content.
- To serve targeted advertising through affiliate links (Consent): We use cookies to track user behavior for targeted advertising. We obtain your consent before placing these cookies. You can opt-out of such cookies at any time.
Affiliate Links
We may use affiliate links on the Website. This means that if you click on a link to a product or service from an affiliate retailer, we may receive a commission if you make a purchase. We use this income to support the operation of the Website. When you click on an affiliate link, the affiliate retailer may also collect information about you. Please review the privacy policies of any affiliate retailers you visit.
Cookies and Other Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and other tracking technologies, such as web beacons and pixel tags, to collect non-personal information about your use of the Website. These technologies help us understand user behavior, track the performance of content, and deliver targeted advertising (with your consent). You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings. However, please note that disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of the Website.
Your Choices
You have the following choices regarding your information:
- You can choose not to provide any personal information to us.
- You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email communication.
- You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings.
- You can request access to and deletion of your personal information by contacting us at info@mypickleballstory.com. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.
Data Retention
We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law (e.g., for tax or legal purposes).
Children’s Privacy
The Website is not directed towards children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you are a parent or guardian and you believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us. We will take steps to delete the information from our systems.
Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes implementing industry-standard security measures such as encryption and secure storage practices. However, no website is completely secure. We will notify you in case of a data breach affecting your information, as required by law.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post any changes on the Website. You are encouraged to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about updates.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@mypickleballstory.com. You can also file a complaint with your local data protection authority if you