Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 21, 2026
World Cup 2026 Pool Manager (“we,” “our,” or “the site”) operates copa-2026.com. This page explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using the site, you agree to the practices described here.
Information we collect
- Account information you provide when you sign up — name, email, and authentication tokens from the sign-in provider you choose.
- Pool activity — the team and player picks you submit, points accrued, and standings history.
- Technical data automatically collected when you visit, such as IP address, browser type, device type, referring URL, and pages visited.
How we use it
- To run the pool — storing picks, calculating scores, rendering standings.
- To keep the site secure and to prevent fraud or abuse.
- To improve site performance and fix bugs.
- To communicate important service messages related to your account.
Cookies and tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to keep you signed in, remember your preferences, and understand how the site is used. You can control cookies through your browser settings; disabling them may limit some features.
Advertising and third-party services
We use third-party services that may set their own cookies on your device:
- Google AdSense. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this site and other sites on the Internet. Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to this and other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. You can also opt out of a third-party vendor’s use of cookies for personalized advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info.
- Microsoft Clarity. We use Clarity to understand how visitors use the site through session replays and heatmaps. Clarity captures behavioral metrics but not sensitive personal data. Learn more at Microsoft Clarity’s cookie disclosure.
- Authentication providers — when you sign in, the provider you choose (e.g., Google) handles credentials under its own privacy policy.
Data retention
We retain your account and pool data for as long as your account is active or as needed to operate the pool. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time (see Contact below).
Your choices
- Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of your data.
- Opt out of personalized advertising as described above.
Children
The site is not directed to children under 13 and we do not knowingly collect information from them. If you believe a child has provided us personal data, please contact us and we will remove it.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy as the site evolves. Material changes will be signaled by updating the “Last updated” date above.
Contact
Questions or requests related to this policy: contact@copa-2026.com.
See also our Terms of Service.