Effective Date: January 1st 2025

Welcome to So Cal Pickleball Collective (“we,” “our,” “us”). Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting the information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (the “Site”). By accessing or using our Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.

1. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our Site. We encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed. Your continued use of the Site constitutes your acceptance of any changes.

2. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information from our users:

A. Personally Identifiable Information (PII)

This includes details that identify you as an individual, such as:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Payment details (if applicable for event registrations or merchandise purchases)

We collect this information when you:

• Sign up for our newsletter
• Register for leagues, events, or tournaments
• Contact us with inquiries
• Purchase merchandise or services

B. Non-Personally Identifiable Information (Non-PII)

This includes data that does not personally identify you, such as:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Referring website
• Pages visited on our Site
• Time spent on pages

This information helps us understand how visitors interact with our Site and improve user experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for purposes including, but not limited to:

• Providing and managing our services
• Processing registrations and payments
• Sending newsletters, event updates, and promotional materials
• Enhancing user experience on our Site
• Conducting analytics and improving our offerings
• Complying with legal obligations

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share it with third parties in the following cases:

• Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party partners (e.g., payment processors, email service providers) to facilitate services.
• Legal Compliance: If required by law, we may disclose your information to comply with legal proceedings or law enforcement requests.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, sale, or transfer of our assets, user information may be part of the transaction.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience. These help us analyze Site traffic and tailor content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no online transmission is 100% secure. You share information with us at your own risk.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their policies before sharing personal information.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is intended for individuals aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us, and we will take steps to remove it.

9. Your Choices & Rights

You can:

• Opt out of marketing emails by clicking the unsubscribe link.
• Request access, correction, or deletion of your personal data by contacting us.
• Adjust cookie settings via your browser.

10. Contact Us

For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

So Cal Pickleball Collective
Sean@socalpickleballcollective.com

By using our Site, you acknowledge and agree to this Privacy Policy. Thank you for being a part of So Cal Pickleball Collective!