1. Introduction
Welcome to MTTDB.com ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.
By accessing or using MTTDB.com, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide to Us
We collect information that you voluntarily provide when using our services:
- Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address, password (encrypted), and optional profile information.
- Preferences: Tournament filters, timezone settings, and notification preferences you configure.
- Communications: Information you provide when you contact us for support or feedback.
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you use MTTDB.com, we automatically collect certain information:
- Usage Data: Pages viewed, features used, time spent on the site, and interaction patterns.
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze site usage.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our tournament database and related features.
- Personalization: To customize your experience based on your preferences and settings.
- Communication: To send you important updates, notifications about tournaments, and respond to your inquiries.
- Analytics: To understand how users interact with our services and identify areas for improvement.
- Security: To protect against unauthorized access, fraud, and other malicious activities.
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and services (e.g., hosting providers, analytics services).
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, where your information may be transferred to the new owner.
- Consent: With your explicit consent for any other purpose.
Important: We never share your personal information with poker sites or third-party advertisers.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality, such as maintaining your login session.
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings, timezone, and display preferences.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site to improve our services.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our site.
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:
- Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
- Secure password hashing using modern cryptographic algorithms
- Regular security audits and monitoring
- Restricted access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information through your account settings.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated personal information.
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.
- Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
To exercise these rights, please contact us through the methods listed in the Contact section below.
8. Third-Party Links
MTTDB.com may contain links to third-party websites, including poker sites and tournament platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your state, province, or country where data protection laws may differ. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to our facilities and service providers.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
- Sending an email notification to registered users (for significant changes)
Your continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Twitter: @mtt_db
- Website: Contact Form
We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe.
Summary: We respect your privacy, collect only necessary information, never sell your data, and give you control over your personal information. For questions, reach out via Twitter or our contact page.