Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Your privacy matters to us at Hoofoot.net. Genuinely. We're not just saying that because a lawyer told us to — we built this platform for football fans, and we believe being a fan shouldn't cost you your personal data.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit Hoofoot.net, how we use it, and the choices you have. We've kept the legalese to a minimum because nobody enjoys reading pages of corporate jargon at midnight after watching match highlights.

2. Information We Collect

Let's be upfront: Hoofoot.net does not require you to create an account. You don't need to hand over your name, email, or phone number to browse the site. That's by design.

Here's what we do collect automatically when you visit:

• Usage Data — Pages you visit, time spent on each page, timestamps of visits, and general navigation patterns
• Device Information — Browser type, operating system, screen resolution, and device category (mobile, tablet, desktop)
• Approximate Location — Country-level location inferred from your IP address (we don't store full IP addresses long-term)
• Referral Data — How you arrived at Hoofoot (search engine, social media link, direct visit)
• Cookies — Small text files stored on your device to remember preferences and improve your experience

If you contact us via our contact form or email, we'll collect the information you voluntarily provide — name, email address, and message content — solely to respond to your inquiry.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the data we collect for straightforward purposes. No hidden agendas.

• Improve the Service — Understanding which pages perform well helps us build a better product
• Analytics — Aggregate traffic data shows us patterns: peak usage times, popular leagues, device trends
• Personalize Experience — Remembering your preferences (like dark mode settings or preferred leagues) so the site feels tailored to you
• Technical Maintenance — Diagnosing bugs, monitoring performance, and preventing abuse
• Communication — Responding to your contact form submissions or support emails

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

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Cookies help us keep things running smoothly. Here's what types we use:

• Essential Cookies — Required for core site functionality. These can't be disabled without breaking things.
• Analytics Cookies — We use Google Analytics to understand traffic patterns. This data is anonymized and aggregated — we see trends, not individuals.
• Preference Cookies — Store your settings and preferences so you don't have to reconfigure them on every visit.

Most browsers allow you to manage or block cookies through their settings. Blocking essential cookies may affect site functionality, but you're welcome to disable analytics and preference cookies at any time.

5. Third-Party Services

We work with a handful of trusted third-party services to deliver our platform:

• Sports Data Providers — We source live scores and statistics from providers like ESPN. No user data is shared with these services.
• Analytics Providers — Google Analytics processes anonymized usage data on our behalf.
• Video Platforms — Embedded highlights come from platforms like YouTube and Dailymotion. Their own privacy policies apply when you interact with embedded players.
• Advertising Networks — If ads are displayed, our ad partners may use cookies to serve relevant advertising. These partners operate under their own privacy policies.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you interact with through our site.

6. Data Retention

We retain aggregated, anonymized analytics data to track long-term trends and improve the site. This data cannot be used to identify individual users.

Contact form submissions are retained only as long as necessary to resolve your inquiry, after which they are deleted. We do not maintain user databases, profiles, or accounts — because we don't require them.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:

• Access — Request a copy of any personal data we hold about you
• Deletion — Ask us to delete any personal data associated with your interactions
• Opt-Out — Disable non-essential cookies through your browser settings or our cookie preferences
• Correction — Request correction of inaccurate personal data

To exercise any of these rights, contact us atcontact@hoofoot.net. We'll respond within 30 days.

8. Children's Privacy

Hoofoot.net is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal data, we will delete it immediately.

If you're a parent or guardian and believe your child has shared personal information with us, please contact us atcontact@hoofoot.netso we can take appropriate action.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make changes, we'll update the "Effective Date" at the top of this page.

For significant changes, we may also post a notice on our homepage. We encourage you to check back periodically — though we promise not to make this a weekly habit.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, reach out to us: