Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 6, 2026

The Lightness Foundation ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
• Membership Information: Membership type, registration details, payment information
• Event Registration: Tournament entries, calendar event RSVPs
• Communication Preferences: Newsletter subscriptions, contact form submissions

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• IP address and browser type
• Device information and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referring website addresses

1.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. This includes:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings (like dark/light theme)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Provide Services: Process memberships, event registrations, and donations
• Communications: Send newsletters, event updates, and important announcements
• Customer Support: Respond to your inquiries and provide assistance
• Improve Our Services: Analyze website usage to enhance user experience
• Legal Compliance: Meet regulatory requirements and protect our rights

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who help us operate our website and services (e.g., email service providers, payment processors)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental regulation
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information

4. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your information

To exercise these rights, please contact us.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS
• Secure server infrastructure with access controls
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal information by authorized personnel only

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any website you visit.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us: