North American Chess School
Last Updated: March 18, 2026
North American Chess School («we,» «us,» «our,» or «NA Chess School»), located in Melissa, Texas, USA, operates the website https://nachessschool.com/ (the «Website»). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our Website or interact with our Services (informational content about online group chess training).
We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Policy applies only to information collected through the Website.
By using the Website, you consent to the practices described here. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.
1. Information We Collect
We collect minimal information, primarily to operate and improve the Website:
Automatically Collected Information (no personal identification required):
Device and browser details (e.g., IP address, browser type, operating system).
Usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent, referring site).
This is collected via standard web server logs and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
Personally Identifiable Information:
We do not currently collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or other personal data through forms, accounts, or direct submissions. If you contact us via any future method (e.g., email link), we may receive your email address and message content.
We do not collect sensitive personal data (e.g., health, biometric, or financial information) or sell any personal data.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information only for:
Operating and maintaining the Website.
Analyzing site usage to improve content (e.g., which chess topics interest visitors).
Responding to communications if you reach out.
Complying with legal obligations.
3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or share personal information with third parties for marketing. We may share anonymized/aggregated data or limited information with:
Service providers (e.g., web hosting, analytics tools like Google) who help operate the site and are bound by confidentiality.
As required by law, court order, or to protect rights/safety.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies or similar technologies for basic functionality and analytics (e.g., remembering preferences or tracking visits). These are mostly first-party or from trusted providers like Google Analytics. You can manage cookies via your browser settings. We do not use them for targeted advertising or behavioral tracking across sites.
5. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Chess education often interests minors, so if a child under 13 provides information (e.g., via parent contact), we will not use or retain it without verifiable parental consent per the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). Parents/guardians concerned about a child’s data should contact us immediately.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures (e.g., secure hosting) to protect information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no internet transmission or storage is 100% secure-we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Data Retention
We retain automatically collected data only as long as needed for the purposes above (typically 12–26 months for analytics) or as required by law. We delete or anonymize data when no longer needed.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location (e.g., Texas residents under TDPSA if applicable, or California under CCPA):
You may have rights to access, correct, delete, or opt out of certain data processing.
Since we collect minimal/no personal data, most requests may not apply, but contact us to inquire.
To exercise rights or ask questions: Email us at northamchess@gmail.com.
We will respond to verifiable requests in accordance with applicable law.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy. Changes will be posted here with a new «Last Updated» date. Continued use after changes means acceptance.
10. Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or rights requests:
Email: northamchess@gmail.com
North American Chess School
Melissa, Texas, USA
Thank you for trusting North American Chess School with your visit. We aim to provide valuable chess resources while respecting your privacy!