Privacy Policy
Last Updated: November 12, 2025
Quick Summary: Rugby Riot Rankings is committed to protecting your privacy. We only collect the information necessary to provide our services, and we never sell your data.
1. Information We Collect
Account Information
When you create an account or sign in with Google, we collect:
- Email address: For account identification and communication
- Name: From your Google profile (if using Google sign-in)
- Profile picture: From your Google profile (if using Google sign-in)
Newsletter Subscription
When you create an account, you are automatically subscribed to our weekly rankings newsletter via Beehiiv. We share your email address with Beehiiv for this purpose.
Usage Data
We automatically collect certain information when you use our service:
- Pages visited and features used
- Browser type and device information
- IP address and general location
- Session duration and interaction patterns
User-Submitted Content
When you participate in our community features, we collect:
- Fan poll votes and rankings
- Game submissions and tournament submissions
- Team edit suggestions
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide our services: Display rankings, manage your account, process submissions
- Send newsletters: Weekly rankings updates and rugby news
- Improve our platform: Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
- Prevent fraud: Detect and prevent unauthorized access or abuse
- Communicate with you: Respond to inquiries and send important updates
3. How We Share Your Information
We share your information only in these limited circumstances:
- Beehiiv: Your email address for newsletter delivery
- Supabase: Our database provider for secure data storage
- Google: When you use Google sign-in (subject to Google's Privacy Policy)
We never sell your personal information to third parties.
4. Authentication & Google Sign-In
When you sign in with Google, we use Google OAuth 2.0. This means:
- We only receive basic profile information (name, email, profile picture)
- We cannot access your Google password
- You can revoke our access at any time through your Google Account settings
- Your use of Google sign-in is also governed by Google's Privacy Policy
5. Cookies & Session Management
We use cookies and session storage to:
- Keep you logged in for 30 days
- Remember your preferences
- Track anonymous usage statistics
- Prevent cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work properly.
6. Data Security
We take security seriously and implement industry-standard measures:
- HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
- Secure password hashing (passwords are never stored in plain text)
- HttpOnly and Secure cookies to prevent XSS attacks
- CSRF protection on all forms
- Regular security audits and updates
7. Your Rights & Choices
You have the right to:
- Access your data: Request a copy of the information we have about you
- Update your data: Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your account: Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Unsubscribe: Opt out of our newsletter at any time
- Revoke access: Disconnect Google sign-in from your Google Account settings
8. Children's Privacy
Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Posting the new policy on this page
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending an email notification for major changes
10. Third-Party Services
Our service integrates with third-party providers. Please review their privacy policies:
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