Privacy Policy

Last updated: 26-Aug-23

Thank you for choosing DebateNation! This Privacy Policy outlines our commitment to protecting the privacy of our users' personal information. Please read this policy to understand how we collect, store, protect, and use your data. By using DebateNation's services, you agree to this privacy policy.

Collection and Storage of User Data

DebateNation collects certain personal information to provide you with a better user experience and improve our services. The types of data we collect may include:

  1. User-provided data: When you sign up for an account or interact with our website, you may provide personal information such as your name, email address, profile picture, and other optional details.

  2. Automatically collected data: We may use cookies, log files, and similar technologies to collect certain information automatically. This may include your IP address, device information, browser type, pages visited, and other usage data.

  3. Data from third-party services: We may receive additional user data from third-party services, such as social media platforms, when you log in or interact with our services using those third-party integrations.

  4. Children's data: DebateNation is intended for users above the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that a user is below the age of 13, we will immediately delete their personal information.

We store and process user data in a secure manner on servers located in relevant regions, ensuring compliance with international data protection regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

Use of User Data

DebateNation uses user data primarily to:

  • Provide and improve our services
  • Personalize user experience
  • Analyze usage and trends
  • Communicate with users

We may also use your data to ensure compliance with our Terms of Service, detect and prevent fraudulent activities, and enforce legal obligations.

Rights to User Data

As a user of DebateNation, you have the following rights over your personal data:

  1. Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you. We may ask for verification of your identity before providing the requested information.

  2. Correction: If any of the information we hold about you is inaccurate or incomplete, you may request corrections or updates to ensure its accuracy.

  3. Deletion: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information. However, please note that certain data may be retained if required by law or necessary for legitimate business purposes.

  4. Objection and Withdrawal: You can object to the processing of your personal data or withdraw your consent at any time. We will review and comply with your objection, unless there are legitimate grounds to continue processing your data.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact our support team using the information provided at the end of this policy.

Data Security Measures

We take appropriate measures to protect user data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These security measures include:

  • Encryption of sensitive data during transmission using Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology.
  • Regular monitoring and testing of our systems and infrastructure.
  • Restricted access to personal information by employees, contractors, and trusted third parties with a legitimate need to know.

Despite our best efforts, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Data Sharing

DebateNation may share user data with third-party service providers and trusted partners as needed to provide our services and maintain our business operations. These third-party processors are contractually bound to keep user data secure and confidential.

We may also share your data in cases such as compliance with legal obligations, protection of our rights or property, or within the context of a merger, acquisition, or reorganization.

Furthermore, as part of our effort to improve user experience, DebateNation uses Google Analytics. This service may collect and analyze traffic data to help us understand user preferences and behavior. Google Analytics may leverage cookies or similar technologies, as outlined in their own privacy policy.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be effective upon posting the revised policy on this page, with the updated revision date at the top. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed of how we handle your data.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or our data practices, please Contact Us via email at [info@citizensdebate.org] or reach out to our support team at [info@citizensdebate.org].

Please note that this privacy policy is intended to provide a general understanding of our practices and may be supplemented by additional notices, consents, or disclosures in specific circumstances.