Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Welcome to ClubsHub.org, a platform founded in Saudi Arabia with a global vision to connect clubs, events, and communities. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable local laws.

1. Who We Are

ClubsHub.org is an online platform that helps users discover, join, and manage clubs and events. We are headquartered in Saudi Arabia and serve users worldwide.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal data:

• Account Information: Name, email, password, country, university/club name.
• Contact Information: Email address, phone number (optional).
• Club & Event Data: Club names, roles, activities, and schedules.
• Usage Data: IP address, device details, browser type, pages visited, time spent.
• Communications: Messages, inquiries, and support requests.

3. How We Use Your Data

Your personal data is used to:

• Create and manage your ClubsHub account.
• Connect you with relevant clubs, events, and communities.
• Send updates, notifications, and newsletters (only with your consent).
• Improve platform features and user experience.
• Provide customer support and respond to inquiries.
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

4. Legal Bases for Processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent – for newsletters and optional services.
• Contract – to deliver our services.
• Legal Obligation – where required by law.
• Legitimate Interest – to enhance and secure our platform.

5. Data Sharing & Transfers

We never sell your personal data. However, we may share it with:

• Trusted service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, email).
• Legal authorities when required.
• Clubs or organizations you actively choose to engage with.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this policy or as required by law. You may request account deletion at any time.

7. Your GDPR Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your data.
• Correct inaccurate information.
• Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”).
• Restrict or object to processing.
• Request data portability.
• Withdraw consent at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us.

8. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies to:

• Enable platform functionality.
• Analyze website usage.
• Improve your experience.

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

9. Children’s Privacy

ClubsHub.org is not intended for children under 13 (or the age defined by local law). We do not knowingly collect data from minors without parental consent.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us.