Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Last updated: December 6, 2025

At BJJ Community, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information
  • Name and email address
  • Academy affiliation
  • Belt rank and progression
  • Profile pictures and QR codes
  • Contact information
Usage Information
  • Platform activity and interactions
  • Event participation
  • Technique library usage
  • Device and browser information
  • IP addresses and location data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:
Provide and maintain our services
Connect you with academies and practitioners
Send important notifications and updates
Improve our platform and user experience
Ensure platform security and prevent fraud
Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

Within the Community

Academy affiliations and public profile information visible to other community members

Legal Requirements

When required by law, court order, or government regulations

Service Providers

Trusted third-party services that help us operate our platform

4. Data Security

Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Secure hosting infrastructure
  • Regular backup and recovery procedures

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. These help us:

Essential Cookies

Required for basic platform functionality and security

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how you use our platform

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access & Review

Request access to your personal information and review what we have collected

Update & Correct

Update or correct your personal information through your profile settings

Delete Account

Request deletion of your account and associated personal information

Data Portability

Export your data in a commonly used, machine-readable format

7. Children's Privacy

Age Requirement

Our platform is intended for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our platform
  • Sending you an email notification
  • Displaying a prominent notice on our homepage

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email:
privacy@bjjcommunity.com
Data Protection Officer:
dpo@bjjcommunity.com