Last updated: 7/26/2025
1. Information We Collect
Columbus Pinball Club collects information you provide directly to us, including:
- Account Information: Name, email address, username, and password when you create an account
- Payment Information: Payment details, transaction history, and membership status when you make a founders fund contribution
- Mailing List Information: Email address and optional name when you subscribe to our mailing list
- Event Registration: Information you provide when registering for events or meetings
- Communications: Messages you send to us through contact forms or email
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and maintain our services
- Process founders fund payments and manage membership status
- Send you updates about club activities, events, and new machines
- Process event registrations and manage attendance
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:
- Payment Processors: We share payment information with PayPal to process founders fund contributions. PayPal's privacy policy governs how they handle your payment data.
- Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and services (e.g., email service providers, hosting services)
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred
4. Email Communications
When you subscribe to our mailing list, you consent to receive emails from us. Our emails may include:
- Club updates and announcements
- Event notifications and details
- Newsletter content
- Special offers and opportunities
You can unsubscribe from our emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. You may request deletion of your information at any time.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and review your personal information
- Update or correct your information
- Request deletion of your information
- Unsubscribe from our mailing list
- Opt out of certain communications
8. Cookies and Tracking
We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: hello@columbuspinball.club
Website: www.columbuspinball.club