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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 17, 2026

Last Updated: May 17, 2026

World Pickleball Foundation ("WPF," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.

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1. ABOUT WORLD PICKLEBALL FOUNDATION

World Pickleball Foundation is a nonprofit organization. Our EIN is 42-2141706. We are in the process of applying for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status with the Internal Revenue Service. Until our 501(c)(3) status is granted, donations may not be tax-deductible. We will update this notice and our Donate page once our status is confirmed.

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2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

When you interact with our website or programs, we may collect:

 

Information you provide directly:

 

  • Name, email address, and phone number when you submit a contact or inquiry form

  • Donation information (when applicable)

  • Program registration details

  • Communications you send us via email or our forms

 

Information collected automatically:

 

  • Basic website analytics (pages visited, time on site, general location)

  • Device and browser information

  • Cookies and similar technologies (see Section 6 below)

  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has submitted information, please contact us at info@worldpickleballfoundation.org and we will delete it.

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3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

 

We use the information you provide to:

 

  • Respond to your inquiries and follow up on your interest in our programs

  • Process donations and provide acknowledgment receipts

  • Communicate updates about WPF programs and events

  • Improve our website and program offerings

  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

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4. HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION

 

We may share your information with:

 

  • Service providers who help us operate (e.g., email platforms, payment processors, hosting services) under confidentiality obligations

  • Legal authorities when required by law, court order, or to protect rights and safety

  • Successors in the event of a merger, acquisition, or transfer of operations

We will never sell your personal information.

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5. DATA STORAGE AND SECURITY

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

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6. COOKIES AND TRACKING

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to function properly and analyze how visitors use our site. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the site may not work properly without them.

We use analytics services (such as those provided through Wix) to understand site performance. These services may collect anonymous data about your visit.

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7. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES

 

You have the right to:

 

  • Access the personal information we have about you

  • Request corrections to inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your information (subject to legal obligations)

  • Opt out of marketing communications at any time

  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@worldpickleballfoundation.org.

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8. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our website may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

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9. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our youth programs serve children, but participation requires parent or guardian consent. We collect youth participant information only with parental permission and use it solely for program operations, safety, and required reporting. We do not market to children.

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10. CALIFORNIA AND OTHER STATE RESIDENTS

Depending on your state of residence, you may have additional rights regarding your personal information (such as those under the California Consumer Privacy Act). Contact us at info@worldpickleballfoundation.org to learn more or exercise these rights.

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11. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top. Significant changes will be communicated through our website or directly to you when appropriate.

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12. CONTACT US

Questions about this Privacy Policy? Reach out:

 

World Pickleball Foundation

 

EIN: 42-2141706

 

Email: info@worldpickleballfoundation.org

 

Phone: (786) 426-7012

Website: worldpickleballfoundation.org

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This Privacy Policy was last updated on May 17, 2026.

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