Privacy Policy

1. About the Project and Non-Commercial Status

The Sportiks project is a non-commercial platform created to promote sports and healthy living. We do not profit from users, conduct commercial activities, or use data for advertising, monetization, or analytics.

All site features are provided for free. We collect only the data necessary to operate the website and facilitate user interaction.

2. General Provisions

This Privacy Policy regulates how personal data is collected, stored, and processed on the Sportiks platform (https://sportiks.io/).

By using the website, the user agrees to the terms of this policy.

3. What Data We Collect

We collect data voluntarily provided by users during registration and while using the site, including:

• Name and/or nickname
• Email address
• Role (e.g., coach or client) and sport
• Location — city, country, or manually entered street (no GPS or automatic tracking)
• Profile photos or PDF certificates (optional)
• Password (stored in encrypted form)

Note: By uploading photos or documents (e.g., certificates), the user confirms this is voluntary and acknowledges that personal data may be included. The user is responsible for uploaded content.

4. How We Collect Data

Data is collected via:

• Registration form
• User profile form
• Upload form for photos or PDF documents
• Contact form

Technical data (e.g., IP address, cookies) may also be automatically collected, solely for the website's functionality.

5. Purpose of Data Processing

Collected data is used exclusively for:

• Creating and managing user accounts
• Displaying user profiles (coaches/clients)
• Internal improvements to the platform
• Ensuring platform security

We do not use data for advertising, behavioral analysis, or share it with third parties.

6. Cookies and Technical Files

We do not use behavioral trackers. The site may use only technical cookies necessary for:

• Account login (login-cookie)
• Security (e.g., spam protection)
• Proper operation of forms and sessions

7. Data Retention

We store personal data only while the account is active. Users may request full deletion of their data at any time, and it will be permanently removed from our server.

8. Data Disclosure to Third Parties

We do not sell or share user data. The only exception is technical service providers (e.g., hosting provider Majordomo) who maintain the website infrastructure and are contractually prohibited from using data for other purposes.

9. Security

We protect user data using:

• Secure HTTPS connections
• Password hashing
• Access control restrictions
• Protection from unauthorized server access

10. User Behavior and Complaints

The platform does not actively moderate messages or content but responds to valid complaints. If violations occur (e.g., insults, threats, discrimination), the administration may:

• Temporarily block the account
• Issue a warning
• Permanently delete the account without prior notice

We strive to maintain a respectful and safe environment for all users.

11. Notification of Changes

All changes to this policy will be published on the appropriate webpage. If significant updates are made, users may be notified via email or within the site interface.

12. Data Breach Procedure

If a data breach is suspected, users must immediately contact us via the feedback form or email. We will investigate the issue and take appropriate action, including limiting access or deleting affected data.

13. Jurisdiction

This policy is governed by the laws of the Russian Federation. All disputes shall be resolved in the court located at the operator's place of business.

14. Contact

For questions regarding data protection, please use the contact form on our website.