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PRIVACY POLICY

Your privacy matters to us. Learn how New Jersey Prep Football collects, uses, and protects your personal information.

Effective Date: January 1, 2025 | Last Updated: January 1, 2025
Policy Update: We've updated our Privacy Policy to provide greater transparency about how we handle your data.

1. Overview

New Jersey Prep Football ("we," "our," or "us") is 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 visit our website and use our services.

Key Points:

  • We only collect information necessary to provide our services
  • We never sell your personal information to third parties
  • We take special care to protect information about minors
  • You have control over your personal information

By using our website and services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number when you contact us or subscribe to updates
  • Account Information: Username, password, and profile information if you create an account
  • Communications: Messages, feedback, and other communications you send to us
  • Survey Data: Responses to surveys or questionnaires we may conduct

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, click patterns, and navigation paths
  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, and screen resolution
  • Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address (not precise location)
  • Referral Information: The website or search engine that referred you to our site

2.3 Information from Third Parties

  • Social Media: Public information from social media platforms when you interact with our content
  • Analytics Providers: Information from Google Analytics and similar services
  • Partners: Information from schools, coaches, and verified contributors

3. How We Use Your Information

Purpose Types of Information Used Legal Basis
Providing Services Account info, usage data, preferences Contract performance
Communication Contact information, communication history Legitimate interest
Improving Services Usage data, feedback, analytics Legitimate interest
Marketing (Optional) Contact info, preferences, interests Consent
Legal Compliance Any relevant information Legal obligation

We process your information based on legitimate business interests, your consent, or to fulfill our contractual obligations. You can withdraw consent at any time where applicable.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

Important Notice

We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

4.1 When We May Share Information

  • Service Providers: Third-party companies that help us operate our website and services (hosting, analytics, email services)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
  • Safety and Security: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice to users)
  • Consent: When you explicitly consent to sharing for specific purposes

4.2 Public Information

Some information may be publicly displayed on our website, including:

  • Game scores and statistics
  • Team and player performance data (for high school athletes)
  • Public comments or contributions (if you choose to make them)
  • Coach and school information from public sources

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and understand how our website is used.

5.1 Types of Cookies We Use

Cookie Type Purpose Duration
Essential Required for website functionality Session/1 year
Analytics Understand website usage and performance 2 years
Preferences Remember your settings and preferences 1 year
Marketing Deliver relevant content and advertisements 90 days

5.2 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have important rights regarding your personal information. The specific rights available to you may depend on your location.

Right to Access

Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

Right to Correct

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

Right to Delete

Request deletion of your personal information in certain circumstances.

Right to Portability

Receive your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format.

Right to Object

Object to processing of your information for direct marketing or other purposes.

Right to Restrict

Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:

  • Email: privacy@newjerseyprepfootball.com
  • Contact form: Contact Us
  • Mail: [Your physical address if required]

7. Protection of Minors

COPPA Compliance

We take special care to protect the privacy of children under 13 and comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

7.1 Information About Student Athletes

  • We only collect and display publicly available sports statistics and performance data
  • We do not collect personal contact information from minors
  • Parents/guardians can request removal of their child's information
  • We do not use student information for marketing purposes

7.2 Parental Rights

Parents and legal guardians have the right to:

  • Review personal information we have collected about their child
  • Request deletion of their child's personal information
  • Refuse to allow further collection of their child's information
  • Request correction of inaccurate information about their child

To exercise parental rights, please contact us at: privacy@newjerseyprepfootball.com

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

8.1 Security Measures

  • Encryption: Data transmission is protected using SSL/TLS encryption
  • Access Controls: Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
  • Regular Updates: Security systems and software are regularly updated
  • Monitoring: Continuous monitoring for security threats and vulnerabilities
  • Training: Regular security training for all staff members

8.2 Data Breach Response

In the unlikely event of a data breach that poses a risk to your personal information, we will:

  • Notify affected users within 72 hours of discovery
  • Inform relevant regulatory authorities as required by law
  • Take immediate steps to contain and remediate the breach
  • Provide guidance on steps you can take to protect yourself

9. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

Data Type Retention Period Reason
Account Information Until account deletion + 30 days Service provision
Usage Analytics 26 months Service improvement
Contact Communications 3 years Customer service
Legal/Compliance Data As required by law Legal obligations

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.

10.1 Notification of Changes

  • Material Changes: We will provide prominent notice on our website and via email (if applicable)
  • Minor Changes: Updated policy will be posted with a new effective date
  • Review Period: Material changes will take effect 30 days after notice

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

11. Contact Information

Questions About This Privacy Policy?

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please don't hesitate to contact us.

General Inquiries

Email: hello@newjerseyprepfootball.com

Phone: (555) 123-4567

Privacy-Specific Inquiries

Email: privacy@newjerseyprepfootball.com

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