Privacy Policy and Terms of Use

​Effective Date: 19.11.2024
Last Updated: 19.11.2024
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Terms of Use
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1. License Grant
 
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use Lotus Chess for personal, non-commercial use, subject to compliance with these terms.
 
2. User Responsibilities
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• You agree not to misuse the app, attempt to reverse engineer it, or use it for illegal activities.

• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account.

 
3. Subscriptions
 

• Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled before the renewal date.

• No refunds will be provided for unused portions of a subscription.

 
4. Limitation of Liability
 

• We are not liable for app downtime, data loss, or damages resulting from app use.

 
5. Termination
 

• We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access for violations of these terms.

 
6. Governing Law
 

• These terms are governed by the laws of Germany.

 
Privacy Policy
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We respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our app, Lotus Chess, available on iOS and Android platforms. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not use the app.
 
7. Information We Collect
 
Information You Provide to Us

• Account Information: When you create an account, we may collect your name, email address, and other necessary details.

• Gameplay Data: Information about your interactions with the app, such as your chess openings, performance statistics, or training progress.

 
Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: We may collect information about the device you use, such as the device type, operating system, and app version.

• Usage Data: Details about how you interact with the app, including crash reports, features accessed, and time spent.

• Location Data (if applicable): Approximate location data based on your device’s IP address.

 
Information from Third-Party Services
If you connect your Lichess or other chess platform accounts, we may collect relevant information, such as game statistics and performance data.
 
8. How We Use Your Information

• Provide, maintain, and improve the app’s functionality.

• Analyze performance data to tailor personalized training plans.

• Communicate with you regarding updates, support, and offers.

• Ensure compliance with legal obligations and protect against unauthorized use.

 
9. How We Share Your Information
 
We do not sell your information. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third-party vendors who assist in app functionality (e.g., analytics or cloud storage providers).

• Legal Requirements: If required to comply with a legal obligation or to protect our rights.

• Aggregated Data: Non-identifiable, aggregated usage data for research or marketing purposes.

 
10. Data Security
 
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no security system is impenetrable, and we cannot guarantee the security of your data.
 
11. Your Choices
 

• Account Settings: You can update your account information or delete your account within the app.

• Permissions: You can control device permissions such as location or notifications through your device settings.

• Data Deletion: If you wish to delete your data, contact us at support@lotus-chess.com.

 
12. Third-Party Links
 
The app may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.
 
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
 
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.​​​
 
15. Contact Us
 
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Lotus Chess UG (haftungsbeschränkt)
Email: apps@lotus-chess.com