UC Irvine Esports Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
UC Irvine Esports (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a program of the University of California, Irvine, managed by Student Center & Event Services. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect information obtained through the UC Irvine Esports website (“Site”).
This Policy supplements the University of California, Irvine Privacy Policy. In the event of a conflict, the university-wide privacy policy will govern. By using this Site, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described below.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you visit or interact with our Site:
- Automatically collected information: When you visit our Site, we may collect standard log data such as IP address, browser type, device information, and referring website addresses.
- Cookies and analytics: We use tools such as Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our Site and to improve functionality and content. These tools may use cookies or similar technologies.
- Information you provide voluntarily: If you complete a contact form, subscribe to our newsletter (via Mailchimp), or otherwise communicate with us, we may collect your name, email address, and any information you choose to provide.
- Future features: When user accounts and login functionality are introduced (via GGLeap or similar systems), we may collect limited personal information such as your name, university email address, and account activity to provide secure access to features like arena hours, points, and reservations.
3. How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- To operate and improve the UC Irvine Esports website and related services.
- To respond to inquiries and provide requested information.
- To send newsletters or updates if you have opted in to receive them.
- To evaluate website performance, user engagement, and communication effectiveness.
- To support future account-based services (e.g., GGLeap) and legitimate program operations.
We do not sell or share personal information for commercial purposes. Any sharing with third parties will occur only when necessary to operate this Site or as required by law.
4. Data Retention and Protection
We retain collected information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above or as required by University of California policy and applicable law.
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
5. Children and Minors
Our Site may be visited by individuals under the age of 18, including prospective students. The Site is intended for general audiences and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information without parental consent, please contact us so that appropriate steps can be taken.
6. Third-Party Services and Links
Our Site may include links to third-party websites or services, such as Twitch, YouTube, Discord, or Mailchimp. These external platforms are governed by their own privacy policies and practices. We encourage users to review those policies when visiting third-party sites.
7. Accessibility and Inclusion
We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive digital experience for all users. To learn more, visit UC Irvine’s accessibility standards.
If you encounter barriers to accessibility on this Site, please contact us using the information below.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page indicates the most recent revision. Material changes will be communicated through the Site.
9. Contact Information
For questions, concerns, or requests related to privacy or accessibility, please contact:
Mark Deppe
Program Director, UC Irvine Esports
Student Center & Event Services
University of California, Irvine
Email: mdeppe@uci.edu
Phone: (949) 824-9098
