PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: December 7, 2025

Your Privacy Matters: This Privacy Policy explains how FenceX collects, uses, and protects your personal information. By using our Service, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

  • Account Information: Name, email address, password, and profile details when you create an account
  • Google OAuth Data: If you log in with Google, we receive your Google profile information (name, email, profile picture)
  • User Content: Videos, comments, and other content you upload to the Service
  • Communications: Messages you send us, feedback, and support requests

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our Service, we automatically collect:

  • Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, search queries, and interaction patterns
  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type, IP address
  • Cookies: Session cookies for authentication and analytics cookies to improve our Service
  • Log Data: Access times, error logs, and performance data

1.3 Public Fencing Data

We collect publicly available fencing data from official sources like the USFA (USA Fencing Association), including tournament results, bout histories, and fencer ratings. This data is already public and we use it to provide statistics and analysis features.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide the Service: Create and manage your account, process authentication, deliver features
  • Personalize Experience: Show relevant statistics, track your progress, provide personalized recommendations
  • Communicate: Send account notifications, respond to support requests, provide updates
  • Improve the Service: Analyze usage patterns, fix bugs, develop new features
  • Security: Protect against fraud, unauthorized access, and security threats
  • Analytics: Understand how users interact with our Service to make improvements
  • Legal Compliance: Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in these situations:

3.1 With Your Consent

We may share your information when you explicitly consent to such sharing.

3.2 Service Providers

We work with third-party service providers who help us operate the Service, such as:

  • Cloud hosting providers (for data storage)
  • Analytics services (Google Analytics)
  • Authentication services (Google OAuth)
  • Email service providers

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to:

  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect our rights, property, or safety
  • Prevent fraud or security threats
  • Protect the rights and safety of our users or the public

3.4 Business Transfers

If FenceX is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control.

3.5 Public Information

Fencing statistics and bout results from public USFA databases are publicly available and may be displayed to other users of the Service.

4. Data Security

We take security seriously and implement industry-standard measures to protect your information:

  • Encryption: Passwords are hashed using bcrypt; data in transit is encrypted using HTTPS/TLS
  • Access Controls: Strict access controls limit who can access personal information
  • Secure Cookies: Authentication tokens are stored in httpOnly, secure cookies
  • Regular Audits: We regularly review our security practices and update them as needed
  • Rate Limiting: We protect against brute force attacks and automated abuse

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Account Access and Updates

You can access and update your account information at any time through your profile settings.

5.2 Account Deletion

You may delete your account at any time by contacting us. When you delete your account, we will remove your personal information from our active databases. Some information may remain in backups or logs for a limited period.

5.3 Cookie Controls

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the Service.

5.4 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of marketing emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send, or by updating your communication preferences in your account settings.

5.5 Data Portability

You have the right to request a copy of your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format. Contact us to request your data.

5.6 California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect and how we use it
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
  • Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights

6. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information.

For users between 13 and 18, we recommend obtaining parental consent before using our Service.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws different from your jurisdiction. By using our Service, you consent to such transfers.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide the Service and fulfill the purposes described in this policy
  • Comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax, accounting requirements)
  • Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., FencingTracker.com, USFA databases). This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

When you log in with Google OAuth, you are subject to Google's privacy policy in addition to ours.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date
  • Sending you an email notification (if you have an account)

Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Support: [email protected]
Website: www.fencex.com

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

12. Summary

Key Points:

  • We collect information you provide and usage data to provide and improve our Service
  • We do not sell your personal information
  • We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data
  • You have rights to access, update, and delete your information
  • We comply with applicable privacy laws, including CCPA
  • Our Service uses cookies for authentication and analytics
  • You can contact us anytime with privacy questions or concerns

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