Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy outlines how the Indian Pickleball Association (IPA), referred to as “we”, “our” or “us”, collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you access or interact with our website, www.ipaofficial.com (the “Website”).

By visiting and using our Website, you accept the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any term herein, please discontinue the use of the Website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of information:

● Personal Information: Such as your name, email address, contact number, city, country, or any other details you voluntarily submit via forms, registrations, newsletters, or event sign-ups.

● Usage Data: Information automatically collected through the Website such as IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time and date of visit, time spent on pages, and other diagnostic data.

● Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and analyze how you use the Website. You can modify your browser settings to decline cookies, though this may limit certain functionalities.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your data may be used for the following purposes:

● To operate, manage, and improve the Website and our services

● To personalize your browsing experience

● To communicate with you, including sending updates, newsletters, or information about IPA events and activities

● To respond to inquiries or requests

● To analyze Website usage patterns and improve user experience

● To comply with legal obligations

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information only in the following cases:

● Service Providers: With vendors or contractors who help us operate the Website or deliver services (under strict confidentiality agreements)

● Legal Requirements: If required by law or legal proceedings

● Security and Enforcement: To protect the rights, property, or safety of IPA, our users, or others

4. Data Security

We use appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required by applicable laws and regulations.

6. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. These sites operate independently and have their own privacy policies. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for their content, policies, or practices.

8. Your Rights

Subject to applicable laws, you may have the right to:

● Access the personal information we hold about you

● Request correction or deletion of your data

● Withdraw consent to our processing (where applicable)

● Lodge a complaint with a relevant data protection authority

To exercise any of the above rights, please contact us at indianpickleballassociation@yahoo.com

9. Updates to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page along with the updated revision date. Your continued use of the Website after changes are made will signify your acceptance of those changes.

10. Contact Us

For any questions, feedback, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices, please contact:

Indian Pickleball Association (IPA)
Email: indianpickleballassociation@yahoo.com
Website: www.ipaofficial.com