Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

1. Introduction

My Poker Tourney ('we', 'us', 'our') is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service. This policy complies with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

  • Name, email address, and password (when you create an account)
  • Profile information (avatar, bio, location — optional)
  • Payment information (processed securely by third-party payment processors)

Usage Data

  • Tournament data (buy-ins, placements, timestamps)
  • Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
  • Log data (access times, pages viewed, errors)

3. How We Use Your Information

  • To provide, maintain, and improve the Service
  • To process transactions and send transaction notifications
  • To send you updates, newsletters, and promotional materials (you can opt out)
  • To respond to your comments, questions, and support requests
  • To monitor and analyze usage trends and improve user experience
  • To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With service providers: Payment processors, hosting providers, and analytics services (under strict confidentiality agreements).
  • Within your league: Tournament data and player stats are visible to other members of your league (as configured by your league administrator).
  • For legal reasons: If required by law, court order, or government request.
  • Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred (you will be notified).

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 90 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal or regulatory purposes.

7. Your Rights (Australian Privacy Principles)

Under the Australian Privacy Principles, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Object to or restrict certain processing activities
  • Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)

To exercise these rights, contact us via the Help Centre.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content. You can control cookies through your browser settings. See our Cookies Policy for more details.

9. Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will delete it immediately.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or a notice on the Service. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us via the Help Centre or email us at privacy@mypokertourney.net