Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Pickleball Japan Hub (PBJH) is operated by Smart Hunt Co.,Ltd ("we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

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

• Register for an account
• Submit forms (event submissions, club listings, coach registrations, facility listings)
• Contact us through inquiry forms
• Subscribe to newsletters or updates
• Apply for events or book coaching sessions

This information may include: name, email address, phone number, company name, location, and other details you choose to provide.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

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

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Device identifiers

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our services
• To process your submissions and applications
• To communicate with you about events, updates, and inquiries
• To improve our website and user experience
• To analyze usage patterns and trends
• To prevent fraud and ensure security
• To comply with legal obligations
• To send newsletters and promotional materials (with your consent)

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and providing services (e.g., hosting, analytics, email services).
• Event Organizers and Coaches: When you apply for events or book coaching sessions, we share relevant information with the organizers or coaches.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. For detailed information about our use of cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

7. Your Rights

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

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Objection: Object to the processing of your personal information
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your information in a structured format
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing where consent was the basis

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

8. Third-Party Links

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

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: