Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

When you create an account, submit a prediction, or contact us, we may collect your name, email address, username, and any content you submit including predictions, votes, and comments.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the site, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and the dates and times of your visits. This data is collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies.

Analytics Data

We use analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with the site. This includes aggregated data about page views, session duration, and traffic sources. This data is used solely to improve the platform and is not sold to third parties.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To operate and maintain the prediction platform
• To create and manage your account
• To calculate prediction accuracy scores and leaderboard rankings
• To send you notifications about your predictions and account activity
• To respond to your inquiries and support requests
• To analyze usage patterns and improve the site experience
• To detect and prevent fraudulent or abusive activity
• To comply with applicable laws and regulations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on the site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand how you use the platform.

We use the following categories of cookies:

• Strictly Necessary: Required for the site to function, including authentication and session management. These cannot be disabled.
• Analytics: Help us understand how visitors interact with the site so we can improve it. These are only set with your consent.
• Functional: Remember your preferences such as language settings and accessibility options.
• Marketing: Used to deliver relevant content and track the effectiveness of our communications. Only set with your explicit consent.

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie consent banner at the bottom of the page. You may also configure your browser to refuse cookies, though some features of the site may not function properly as a result.

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: We work with trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating the site, including hosting, analytics, and payment processing. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.
• Public Profile Information: Your username, prediction history, and leaderboard ranking are visible to other users of the platform as part of the community features.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests from public authorities.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with our services. If you request deletion of your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal or legitimate business purposes such as fraud prevention or dispute resolution.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
• Portability: Request that we provide your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Opt-Out: Opt out of analytics tracking by adjusting your cookie preferences in the consent banner.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in the Contact section below.

7. Children's Privacy

The Odds Post is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information promptly. If you believe a child has provided us with their information, please contact us immediately.

8. Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encrypted data transmission (HTTPS), secure authentication, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Third-Party Links

The site may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of the site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

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