Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 10th of March 2025

The 1st Dhyan Chand International Orienteering Championship 2025 ("DCIOC", "we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or register for the event.

By using this website and participating in the event, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

When you interact with our website or register for the event, we may collect the following types of information:

1.1. Personal Information

Full Name

Date of Birth

Gender

Contact Details (Email, Phone Number, Address)

Emergency Contact Information

Nationality

Club or Team Affiliation (if applicable)

1.2. Payment Information

If applicable, payment details for event registration (processed securely through third-party payment gateways; we do not store credit/debit card details).

1.3. Technical Information

IP Address

Browser Type & Version

Device Information

Website Usage Data (cookies, page interactions, etc.)

2. How We Use Your Information

We collect and use your information to:

Process your registration for DCIOC 2025.

Provide event-related updates, schedules, and notifications.

Ensure participant safety and emergency response.

Improve our website and user experience.

Facilitate event logistics, such as accommodation and transportation (if applicable).

Comply with legal obligations and protect against fraudulent activities.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. However, we may share information with:

Event Partners & Sponsors: To facilitate event logistics and promotional activities.

Service Providers: Third-party vendors assisting in website management, payment processing, or security.

Law Enforcement or Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect the rights and safety of participants.

4. Data Security

We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and analytics tools to enhance user experience and track website performance. You can adjust cookie settings in your browser to limit tracking.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for event management, legal compliance, and future event communication (unless you opt out).

7. Your Rights & Choices

Access & Update: You may request access to or correction of your personal data.

Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from promotional emails or request data deletion after the event.

Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw consent for data processing where applicable.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (such as sponsors or partners). We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

9. Children’s Privacy

Participants under the age of 18 must have parental or guardian consent to register. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without consent.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:

📧 Email: info@dhyanchand.org