Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [20-1-2020]

Last Updated: [8-12-2024]

At [World Marathon] , we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our Website:

a. Personal Information

• Name, email address, phone number, and billing address (e.g., during event registration or account creation).

b. Non-Personal Information

• IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data (collected automatically through cookies and analytics tools).

c. Payment Information

• If applicable, we collect payment details (e.g., credit card information) securely through third-party payment processors.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide services: Process registrations, send updates, and fulfill your requests.

• To improve the Website: Analyze user behavior to enhance usability and performance.

• To communicate: Send newsletters, promotional emails, and event updates (with your consent).

• To comply with legal requirements: Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors (e.g., payment processors, email marketing tools) who assist us in operating the Website.

• Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights and safety.

• Event Organizers and Sponsors: For event-related services (e.g., participant lists or sponsorship promotions).

We will never sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

• Necessary Cookies: Essential for website functionality.

• Analytics Cookies: To track user behavior and improve the Website (e.g., Google Analytics).

• Advertising Cookies: Used for targeted promotions.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

5. Data Security

We take appropriate measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of sensitive data (e.g., payment details).

• Regular updates to our security systems.

• Limiting access to personal data to authorized personnel only.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location (e.g., GDPR compliance in the EU), you may have the following rights:

• Access and Update: Request access to or updates to your personal information.

• Delete Data: Request deletion of your personal information.

• Withdraw Consent: Opt out of receiving promotional emails or newsletters.

• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format.