Future Masters Chess Academy
Privacy Policy
Updated: March 2026
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Information We Collect
- How We Use Your Information
- Sharing of Information
- Data Security
- Cookies and Tracking
- Children’s Privacy
- International Visitors
- Your Rights and Choices
- Data Retention
- Changes to This Policy
- Contact Us
1. Introduction
At Future Masters Chess Academy, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our students, parents, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you engage with our programs, website, and services. Please read this Policy closely. By using our website or enrolling in our programs, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
This Policy also applies to information we collect in other ways, such as through email, text, electronic messages between you and the website, through mobile and desktop applications you download from the website, when you interact with our communications and applications on third-party websites and services, and when you attend any of our sponsored classes or events.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information from our websites, third-party vendors and social media sites:
Personal Information
- Parent/guardian name
- Student name and date of birth
- Email address
- Phone number
- Billing and payment information via our payment processing vendor
Program-Related Information
- Chess experience level
- Class participation and performance
Technical Information
- IP address
- Browser type
- Website usage data (via cookies or analytics tools)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Register students for classes, tournaments, and programs
- Communicate schedules, updates, and important announcements
- Process payments and manage billing
- Provide instruction tailored to student skill levels
- Improve our programs, services, and user experience
- Send optional newsletters or promotional materials (you may opt out at any time)
4. Sharing of Information
We respect your privacy and do not sell or rent your personal information.
We may share information only when necessary, with trusted third parties, such as:
- Payment processors: Paragon Solutions payment management system; PayPal
- Scheduling or registration platforms: Wellness Living client management system, Chess Roster tournament registration system
- Email communication services: GoDaddy, Microsoft Outlook, Google Gmail, AOL Mail
These providers may be given only the information needed to perform their specific functions.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect your personal information. Access to sensitive data is limited to authorized personnel only.
6. Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:
- Enhance user experience
- Understand website traffic and usage patterns
You may adjust your browser settings to disable cookies if you prefer.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our programs serve children, and we take this responsibility seriously. We collect personal information about children only with the consent of a parent or legal guardian, and we use this information solely for program-related purposes. We do not knowingly collect unnecessary personal data from minors.
8. International Visitors
Our websites are hosted and operated in the United States (“US”). By using the websites, you are consenting to the transfer of your personal information to the US. If you are accessing our websites from outside the US, please be advised that US law may not offer the same privacy protections as the law of your jurisdiction.
9. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information
- Request corrections to inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data (subject to legal or operational requirements)
- Opt out of marketing communications at any time
To make a request, please contact us using the information below.
10. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
- Provide services
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Future Masters Chess Academy
Email: info@futurechessmasters.com
Phone: 508-622-5388
Websites: www.futurechessmasters.com & www.futurechessmastersacademy.com