Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how ChessWithRahul ("we", "us", or "our"), operated by Rahul, personal chess coach based in Kandivali East, Mumbai, collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our website chesswithrahul.in or contact us to book chess coaching sessions.

1. Information We Collect

When you contact us to book a chess coaching session, we may collect:

• Name — to address you personally and maintain coaching records
• Phone number / WhatsApp — to confirm sessions, send reminders, and provide between-session support
• Email address — for session-related communication (if provided)
• Home address / area — to plan coach travel to your location
• Student details — age, chess level, and learning goals to customize coaching

We also collect standard website analytics data (pages visited, browser type, approximate location) through Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site and improve our content. This data is anonymized and not linked to your personal identity.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information exclusively to:

• Schedule and confirm chess coaching sessions at your home
• Customize teaching plans based on your level and goals
• Send session reminders and follow-up communication
• Answer your questions about chess coaching programs and pricing
• Improve our coaching services based on feedback

We never use your information for unsolicited marketing, sell it to third parties, or share it with any organization outside of providing you with chess coaching services.

3. WhatsApp Communication

When you contact us via WhatsApp at +91 8591028709, your communication is subject to WhatsApp's own Privacy Policy in addition to ours. We use WhatsApp solely for coaching-related communication. We do not add you to group chats or broadcast lists without your explicit consent.

4. Data Security

Your personal information is stored securely and accessible only to Rahul. We use standard digital security practices to protect your data. Student details and contact information are treated as strictly confidential and are never shared with other students, parents, or third parties without your explicit consent.

5. Cookies

Our website uses cookies for basic analytics (Google Analytics) and to remember your preferences. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect some website functionality. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to YouTube, Google Maps, and WhatsApp. These third-party services have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external platforms.

7. Children's Privacy

We provide chess coaching services to children as young as 6 years old. When coaching minors, we collect information from parents or guardians only. We do not collect personal information directly from children under 13 without parental consent. Parents may review, update, or request deletion of their child's information at any time by contacting us.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of any inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Withdraw consent for us to contact you at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at contact@chesswithrahul.in or WhatsApp +91 8591028709.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top. Continued use of our website or coaching services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

For any privacy-related questions or requests: