Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The mAIn Character Bracket Challenge ("the Site") is operated by mAIn Character Enterprises, a company operating under Second Foundry. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when you visit the Site.

2. Information We Collect

mAIn Character Enterprises does not collect personal information. The Site does not require user accounts, email addresses, passwords, or login credentials. Bracket submissions may include a display name chosen by the submitter, but no verification or personal data is required.

3. Google Analytics

The Site uses Google Analytics, subject to your consent choice in the site's analytics banner, to collect anonymous usage data, including:

• Page views and session duration
• Referral sources
• Device type and browser information
• Approximate geographic location

This data is aggregated and not tied to individual identities. You can opt out of Google Analytics by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on or by adjusting your browser settings.

4. Google AdSense

The Site uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google and its advertising partners may use cookies to serve ads based on your browsing activity across websites. You can manage your ad personalization preferences at Google Ad Settings. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.

5. Cookies

The Site itself does not set first-party cookies. However, the third-party services described above — Google Analytics and Google AdSense — may place cookies on your device as part of their standard operation. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

The Site also stores your analytics consent choice locally in your browser so your preference can be respected on future visits.

6. API Data

The Site provides a public API that accepts bracket submission data only. No authentication tokens, personal identifiers, or tracking data are collected through the API beyond the bracket prediction content itself.

7. Data Retention

Bracket submissions and leaderboard data are retained for the duration of the tournament season and may be kept for historical record. Because no personal information is collected, no personal data is retained.

8. Third-Party Services

The Site uses the following third-party services, each governed by their own privacy policies:

• Google Analytics Privacy Policy
• Google AdSense Privacy Policy

9. Children's Privacy

The Site does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 or any other age group. Since no personal information is collected from any user, no special provisions are required under COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act).

10. Changes to This Policy

mAIn Character Enterprises may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].