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Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how GM Ivan Schitco ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit gmivanschitco.com, join the Grandmaster Protocol community, or purchase coaching services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Name and email address when you contact us or join our community
• Payment information processed securely through third-party providers (we do not store card details)
• Chess game files or data you share for coaching or analysis purposes
• Communications you send us via email or through community platforms

We also collect certain information automatically when you visit our website, including IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on pages via standard analytics tools.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and improve our coaching services and community
• Process payments and send receipts
• Communicate with you about your membership, sessions, or purchases
• Send updates, new content, or offers relevant to your membership (you can opt out at any time)
• Respond to your questions and support requests

3. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party platforms which have their own privacy policies:

• Skool — community and course platform (skool.com)
• Google Meet — for private coaching sessions
• Stripe or similar — for payment processing
• Google Analytics — for website analytics

We do not sell your personal information to any third party.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. If you cancel your membership or coaching arrangement, we may retain certain information for record-keeping purposes for up to 3 years.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@gmivanschitco.com and we will respond within 30 days.

6. Cookies

Our website uses cookies for basic functionality and analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some parts of the site may not function correctly as a result.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are intended for individuals 16 years of age and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@gmivanschitco.com.