https://icehockeyworldjuniors.com/ (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have regarding your personal data. This policy applies to all visitors of our website, regardless of location, including users in the European Union, California, and Canada.
By using this site, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the website.
Information We Collect
Automatically Collected Data
When you visit our website, certain information is automatically collected through analytics tools. This may include:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Referring website or search engine
- General geographic location (city/country level, derived from IP address)
This data is collected through tools such as Google Analytics and does not directly identify you by name unless you provide additional information voluntarily.
Information You Provide Directly
If you choose to sign up for our newsletter or interact with future site features (such as comments), we may collect:
- Email address
- Name (if provided)
- Any information you submit voluntarily through forms or comments
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience, analyse site traffic, and remember your preferences. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.
Types of cookies we may use:
- Essential cookies: Required for basic site functionality
- Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the site
- Preference cookies: Remember settings like display preferences
You can control or turn off cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain site features.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Operate and maintain the website.
- Analyse site traffic and improve content.
- Send newsletter updates, if you have subscribed.
- Respond to inquiries submitted through our contact page.
- Detect and prevent technical issues or fraudulent activity.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services that collect information as described in their own privacy policies, including:
- Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis
- Email service providers: For newsletter delivery, if applicable
- Hosting providers: For website infrastructure
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not share your personal information with third parties except in the following circumstances:
- With service providers who help us operate the website (under confidentiality obligations)
- If required by law, legal process, or governmental request
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of IIHF World Junior Championship 2027, our users, or the public
- In connection with a business transfer, such as a merger or acquisition
International Data Transfers
As our audience is global, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including Canada and the United States. We take reasonable steps to ensure your data is treated securely and in accordance with this policy, regardless of where it is processed.
Your Privacy Rights
For Users in the European Union (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Union, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
- Object to or restrict certain processing of your data
- Request data portability
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
For Users in California (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information is collected about you.
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of the sale of personal information (note: we do not sell personal information)
- Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights
For Users in Canada (PIPEDA)
If you are located in Canada, you have the right to:
- Know why your personal information is being collected.
- Access your personal information held by us.
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Withdraw consent for the collection or use of your data, subject to legal restrictions.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in the “Contact Us” section below.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
Security of Your Information
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at: