1. Information We Collect

When you create an account, we collect your email address and any profile information you provide, such as your Minecraft username, display name, and timezone. Trainers may provide additional information including gamemodes, tiers, pricing, and availability.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to operate the marketplace, process bookings and payments, facilitate communication between students and trainers, verify trainer credentials, and improve the platform.

3. Payment Information

Payments are processed through Stripe. SkillsMC does not store your full credit card details. Payment processing is governed by Stripe's own privacy policy and security practices.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We share data with Stripe for payment processing, and with trainers or students as needed to facilitate bookings. We may disclose information when required by law.

5. Trainer Verification

To verify trainer tier claims, we may query public tier-ranking services using your Minecraft username. Verification results are stored on your trainer profile and may be visible to other users.

6. Data Retention

We retain your account information while your account is active. Booking and transaction records are retained for accounting and dispute resolution purposes. You may request deletion of your account, subject to our retention obligations.

7. Cookies

SkillsMC uses essential cookies for authentication and session management. We do not use advertising cookies.

8. Your Rights

You may access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information. Contact us to exercise these rights.

9. Children's Privacy

SkillsMC is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes.