Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Business Name: Gymnastics Sports Connection
Website: https://gymnasticssc.com
Contact Email: privacy@gymnasticssc.com

1. Introduction
Gymnastics Sports Connection (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal information entrusted to us.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you:

• Visit our website
• Complete contact forms
• Submit model release forms
• Engage our photography services

This policy applies to individuals located in Texas, California, and throughout the United States.

2. Information We Collect
A. Information You Provide Directly

When you use our website or services, we may collect:
Parent/Guardian Information

• Full name
  
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address (if provided)
• Electronic signature
• Relationship to minor

Minor Participant Information

• Child’s full name
• Date of birth
• Participation details

Session Information

• Event name
• Date and location
• Additional notes voluntarily provided

B. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website or submit forms, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device type
• Date and time of submission
• Website usage data via cookies or analytics tools

This information is used for security, fraud prevention, and operational purposes.

3. How We Use Information
We may use collected information to:

• Provide photography services
• Process and store signed model releases
• Send confirmation emails and documentation
• Communicate regarding events or services
• Maintain internal business records
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect against fraud or unauthorized activity

We do not sell personal information.

4. Information About Minors
We collect information about minors only when voluntarily provided by a parent or legal guardian for participation in photography services and execution of a model release.
We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from minors.
We do not publish personally identifying information (such as full legal name, home address, or school information) without separate written parental consent.

5. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you may have the right to:

• Request access to personal information we collect
• Request deletion of personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Know what categories of information are collected
• Know whether personal information is disclosed
• Opt out of sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)

To exercise your rights, contact us at:
privacy@gymnasticssc.com
We will respond in accordance with applicable California law.

6. Data Retention
We retain personal information, including signed model releases, for as long as reasonably necessary to:

• Fulfill service obligations
• Maintain legal protections
• Comply with contractual and regulatory requirements

Model releases may be retained for the duration of image usage and for legal recordkeeping purposes.

7. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information, including:

• Secure website hosting
• SSL encryption
• Restricted administrative access
• Secure email systems

However, no online transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

8. Third-Party Service Providers
We may use trusted third-party providers to assist in operating our website and delivering services, including:

• Website hosting providers
• WordPress and form processing tools
• Email delivery services
• Analytics providers

These third parties process data only as necessary to provide services to us.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

• Improve website functionality
• Analyze traffic and performance
• Enhance user experience

You may adjust your browser settings to disable cookies if desired.

10. Your Rights and Choices
You may request to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion (subject to legal retention obligations)
• Withdraw consent for future communications

Requests can be submitted to:
privacy@gymnasticssc.com

11. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Texas and applicable federal law. For activities conducted in California, applicable California privacy laws apply.

12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Continued use of our website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact Information
Gymnastics Sports Connection
Website: https://gymnasticssc.com
Email: privacy@gymnasticssc.com