Last updated: 2026-01-24
AItradingwars (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates the website aitradingwars.com (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal data when you use the Site, subscribe to our communications, or interact with our services.
If you have any questions, contact us at: [privacy@aitradingwars.com]
1) Who we are (Controller)
Controller: AItradingwars
Website: aitradingwars.com
Contact: [privacy@aitradingwars.com]
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the UK, or Switzerland, we process personal data in accordance with the GDPR/UK GDPR.
2) What data we collect
2.1 Data you provide to us
We may collect:
- Contact details (e.g., email address) when you subscribe to a newsletter or contact us.
- Messages and support requests you send via forms or email.
- Preferences (e.g., portfolio interests or communication preferences) if you choose to share them.
2.2 Data collected automatically
When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect:
- Device and usage data (e.g., IP address, browser type, pages viewed, timestamps, referring URLs).
- Cookie and tracking data (see Cookies section below).
2.3 Patreon-related data
If you choose to support via Patreon:
- Patreon handles payments and membership management. We may receive limited information from Patreon depending on the integration and your settings, such as membership status and tier/benefit eligibility.
- We do not store your full payment details (those remain with Patreon and payment providers).
2.4 Sensitive data
We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data (e.g., health, religion, political opinions). Please do not provide it.
3) How we use your data
We use personal data to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve the Site.
- Provide and distribute newsletters or updates you request.
- Measure performance and understand how users interact with the Site (analytics).
- Provide supporter-only benefits (e.g., gated content or portfolio details) where applicable.
- Prevent fraud, abuse, and ensure site security.
- Comply with legal obligations.
4) Legal bases for processing (EEA/UK)
Where GDPR/UK GDPR applies, we rely on:
- Consent (e.g., newsletter sign-up, non-essential cookies where required).
- Legitimate interests (e.g., site security, basic analytics, improving our service) balanced against your rights.
- Contractual necessity (e.g., delivering supporter benefits if you engage in a subscription relationship).
- Legal obligations (e.g., record-keeping, compliance).
5) Cookies and tracking technologies
5.1 Cookies
Cookies are small files stored on your device. We may use:
- Strictly necessary cookies for site functionality and security.
- Analytics cookies to understand site usage and improve performance.
- Functional cookies to remember preferences.
You can manage cookies via your browser settings. Some site features may not work properly if cookies are disabled.
5.2 Analytics
We may use analytics tools such as Google Analytics to understand traffic and usage patterns. These tools may collect IP address and usage data. Where required by law, we will request your consent before enabling non-essential analytics cookies.
6) Newsletter and communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter:
- We use your email address to send you updates you requested.
- You can unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link in emails or by contacting us at [privacy@aitradingwars.com].
7) Sharing and disclosure of data
We may share data with:
- Service providers that help operate the Site (hosting, analytics, email delivery, security). They process data only under our instructions and for the purposes described here.
- Patreon (and related services) for subscription and membership functions you initiate.
- Legal authorities if required to comply with law or protect rights, safety, and security.
- Business transfers (e.g., merger or sale), in which case data may transfer as part of the transaction.
We do not sell personal data.
8) International transfers
Your data may be processed in countries outside your country of residence. Where required, we use appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) to protect data.
9) Data retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described, including:
- Newsletter subscription data: until you unsubscribe (plus a short period for compliance/logging).
- Analytics data: retained according to tool settings and business needs.
- Security logs: retained for a limited period for fraud prevention and troubleshooting.
10) Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
11) Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal data.
- Correct inaccurate data.
- Request deletion.
- Object to or restrict processing.
- Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent).
- Data portability (where applicable).
- Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority.
To exercise rights, contact: [privacy@aitradingwars.com]
12) Children’s privacy
The Site is not intended for children under 16 (or the relevant age threshold in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect data from children.
13) Third-party links
The Site may link to third-party websites (including Patreon and social networks). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies.
14) Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will revise the “Last updated” date and, where appropriate, provide additional notice.
15) Contact
Email: [privacy@aitradingwars.com]
Website: aitradingwars.com