Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 29, 2026
Welcome to Webture Chess Club (“we”, “our”, or “us”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit club.webture.in or use our services.
By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
When you interact with our website or become a member, we may collect information such as:
- Full Name
- Email Address
- Mobile Number (if provided)
- Billing Information
- Membership Details
- Lichess Username (where applicable)
- Information you voluntarily submit through contact forms or enquiries
We may also collect limited technical information such as:
- IP Address
- Browser Type
- Device Information
- Website Usage Data
- Cookies and Analytics Data
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Process and manage memberships.
- Communicate important membership updates.
- Respond to enquiries and support requests.
- Organise member activities and club events.
- Improve our website and services.
- Maintain website security and prevent misuse.
- Comply with applicable legal obligations.
Payment Information
Payments made through our website are processed by secure third-party payment providers.
Webture Chess Club does not store your complete payment card or banking information on its servers.
Payment providers process transactions in accordance with their own privacy and security policies.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share information only when necessary with:
- Payment service providers
- Website hosting providers
- Email service providers
- Government or legal authorities when required by law
All third-party providers are expected to protect your information appropriately.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to safeguard your personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.
While we strive to protect your data, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
- Maintain your membership records.
- Fulfil legal and accounting obligations.
- Resolve disputes.
- Improve our services.
When information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised where appropriate.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to:
- Improve website functionality.
- Remember user preferences.
- Analyse website performance.
- Enhance your browsing experience.
For more information, please refer to our Cookies Policy.
Your Rights
Subject to applicable laws, you may request to:
- Access your personal information.
- Correct inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of your personal information where legally permissible.
- Withdraw consent for certain communications.
- Contact us regarding any privacy concerns.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including external chess platforms or other services.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.
Children’s Privacy
Webture Chess Club is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate parental or guardian involvement where required by applicable laws.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or business practices.
The updated version will be published on this page with the revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:
Webture Chess Club
