Last updated: March 16, 2026
Information you provide
When you create an account we collect your name and email address. If you subscribe we collect payment information, which is processed and stored securely by Stripe — we never see your full card details.
Information collected automatically
We collect basic usage data such as which features you use, your IP address, browser type, and device information. This helps us improve the platform.
Chess.com data
If you connect your Chess.com username, we fetch your game history via the Chess.com public API to power the dashboard insights. We don't store your games permanently — they are fetched on demand and cached temporarily.
We do not sell your personal information. We share data only with:
We keep your information for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we delete your personal data within 30 days, except where required by law.
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data at any time. Contact us at taya@chessbabysteps.com or delete your account directly from the account settings page.
If you are located in the EU or UK, you have additional rights under GDPR including the right to data portability and to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
We use cookies to keep you logged in and remember your preferences (such as dark/light mode). We do not use advertising cookies or track you across other websites.
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or a notice on the platform.
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us.
