Privacy Policy – FC1V1
Last updated: January 2026
FC1V1 respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you use our platform, website, and services.
1. Information We Collect
We only collect information necessary to operate FC1V1 fairly and securely.
Information you provide:
First name
Email address
Phone number (WhatsApp or Telegram, if provided)
EA ID (for match coordination)
Platform (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, or PC)
Messages or enquiries submitted through our contact forms
Automatically collected information:
Basic website usage data (such as pages visited)
Device and browser information
IP address (for security and fraud prevention)
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used strictly for the following purposes:
To manage tournament entries and match coordination
To share match details with your opponent (EA ID only, privately)
To communicate match instructions, updates, and reminders
To handle disputes, no-shows, and fair-play reviews
To respond to enquiries and support requests
To improve platform reliability and user experience
FC1V1 does not sell or rent your data to third parties.
3. Sharing of Information
We only share information when necessary:
With your opponent: Your EA ID is shared privately for match setup
With moderators: For dispute resolution and fair-play enforcement
With service providers: Such as hosting, email, or messaging services, strictly for operational purposes
Public posts (such as brackets) use masked EA IDs and first names only.
4. Messaging & Communication
By entering a competition or submitting your contact details, you consent to being contacted via:
Telegram
These communications are limited to match coordination, platform updates, and support-related messages.
You may request to stop non-essential communications at any time.
5. Data Storage & Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your data, including:
Secure servers and access controls
Limited internal access to sensitive data
Regular monitoring for misuse or unauthorised access
While no system is 100% secure, FC1V1 works to maintain industry-standard safeguards.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:
Operate competitions
Resolve disputes
Meet legal and operational requirements
You may request deletion of your data where applicable, subject to regulatory or dispute-related retention needs.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Request access to your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data (where applicable)
Ask how your data is being used
To exercise these rights, contact us using the form on the Connect page.
8. Cookies
FC1V1 uses essential cookies to ensure the website functions correctly.
We do not use cookies for invasive tracking or advertising purposes.
9. Age Requirement
FC1V1 is intended for users aged 18 and over.
We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 18.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us using the form available on the Connect page.