1. Information We Collect
When you use PitchBattle, we collect the following information:
- Event Organizer Data: Name, email, company details, event configuration
- Voter Data: First name, surname, email, company, position, IP address
- Usage Data: Voting patterns, token allocations, timestamps
- Technical Data: Browser type, device information, user agent strings
2. How We Use Your Information
- To provide and operate the PitchBattle voting platform
- To enable event organizers to manage their pitch competitions
- To calculate real-time leaderboards and prize distributions
- To prevent duplicate voting and maintain event integrity
- To communicate important updates about your events
- To improve our platform and develop new features
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data in the following cases:
- Event Organizers: Voter data is shared with the organizer of the event you participated in
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who help us operate the platform (hosting, analytics)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
4. Data Retention
We retain event and voter data for the duration of the event plus 12 months for analytics and compliance purposes. Event organizers may request earlier deletion of their event data.
5. Your Rights
Under GDPR and similar regulations, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to processing of your data
- Request data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
6. Cookies and Tracking
We use essential cookies to maintain your session and prevent duplicate voting. We do not use advertising or third-party tracking cookies.
7. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit (HTTPS), managed cloud data storage, and login-protected admin access.
8. International Transfers
Your data may be processed in countries outside your jurisdiction. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable laws.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify event organizers of significant changes via email.