Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Bracket Predictor ("we", "our", or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have in relation to it.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the minimal information necessary to provide our service:

• Display Name: The name you choose when creating a bracket prediction. This name is publicly visible on the leaderboard and on shared bracket links.
• Bracket Predictions: Your tournament predictions, including group stage results and knockout stage picks.
• Usage Data: Basic technical data such as browser type and visit timestamps, collected automatically by our hosting platform.

We do not collect email addresses, phone numbers, passwords, payment information, or any sensitive personal data.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide solely to:

• Display your bracket prediction on the leaderboard and via shared links.
• Allow you to participate in leagues and compare predictions with others.
• Generate aggregate, anonymous statistics about popular picks.

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Data Storage

Your data is stored securely using the Base44 platform infrastructure. All data is stored on servers within a secure environment. We retain your bracket data for the duration of the World Cup 2026 tournament and a reasonable period afterward.

5. Public Visibility

Please be aware that the display name you enter and your bracket predictions are publicly visible to anyone who accesses the leaderboard or follows a shared bracket link. Do not use your real full name or any sensitive information as your display name if you wish to remain anonymous.

6. Cookies

We may use basic session cookies for technical purposes (e.g., keeping you logged in if authentication is enabled). We do not use tracking or advertising cookies.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request deletion of your bracket data.
• Object to the processing of your data.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please reach out to us via the platform's support channel.