Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 04, 2025

The Rook’s Chess Academy (“us”, “we”, or “our”) operates the website www.therookschessacademy.com (the “Website”).

This Privacy Policy describes our policies and procedures on the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you use our Service and tells you about your privacy rights and how the law protects you. We use your Personal Data to provide and improve the Service. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

The Rook’s Chess Academy respects the privacy of its users (“you” or “your”) and is committed to protecting it through this Privacy Policy. This document outlines what information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and how we protect it.

This Privacy Policy is incorporated by reference into our Terms of Use. Capitalized terms not defined in this document have the meanings assigned in our Terms of Use. If you do not agree with the terms outlined herein, please do not use the Website.

Consent

By accessing or using the Website, you expressly consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of information as described in this Privacy Policy. Whenever you provide personal information, you consent to its collection, use, and disclosure in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Changes to the Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time at our sole discretion. We encourage users to check this page periodically for any changes. Continued use of our Website and Services after changes are made will signify your acceptance of those changes. If we make significant changes, we will notify you via our Website and by email where applicable.

Types of Data Collected and Used

We may collect the following types of personal data:

a) Name, email address, phone number
b) Address, city, state, ZIP/postal code
c) Child's name and age
d) Payment details (via secure third-party processors)
e) Messages sent via our website
f) Usage data including IP address, browser type, pages visited
g) Information provided via third-party platforms (e.g., Zoom, WhatsApp, Lichess, Chess.com, ChessBase)

We collect this data to provide and improve our Services, manage your account, and communicate with you effectively.

Use of Your Personal Data

Your personal data may be used for the following purposes:

a) To provide and manage access to our Services
b) To process transactions and fulfill your subscriptions
c) To communicate service updates, promotions, and newsletters
d) To comply with legal obligations
e) To respond to inquiries and provide support

Sharing Your Personal Data

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your data with:

a) Service providers for processing payments or delivering classes
b) Legal or governmental authorities if required by law
c) Affiliates or successors in the event of a business restructuring

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your user experience, track usage data, and improve our Website. You may disable cookies in your browser, but doing so may affect site functionality.

Security of Your Personal Data

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Retention of Personal Data

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

Children's Privacy

We take children's privacy seriously. Parents or legal guardians must provide consent for children under 13 to use our Services. We collect only the information necessary for providing educational content and do not knowingly collect personal data from children without parental consent.

Third-Party Services

We use third-party tools and services such as Zoom, Meta, Lichess, Chess.com, and ChessBase. Your use of these platforms is subject to their respective privacy policies and terms of use. We are not responsible for their practices.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

📧 [email protected] 
🌐 www.therookschessacademy.com