Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how KarabakhFK.com ("Platform", "we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and protects user information.
KarabakhFK.com is an independent, non-commercial fan platform created for supporters of Qarabağ FK. This platform is not affiliated with or endorsed by Qarabağ FK.
1. Information We Collect
We collect only the minimum data necessary for platform functionality:
- Username or display name
- Email address (for registration and verification)
- Profile photo (if voluntarily uploaded)
- Platform activity data (logins, messages, score predictions, card votes, and QAR balance)
- Technical data (IP address, browser type, security logs)
2. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
We process personal data based on:
- User consent (registration and profile creation)
- Contractual necessity (providing platform services)
- Legitimate interest (platform security and fraud prevention)
3. How We Use Your Data
Your data is used to:
- Create and manage user accounts
- Authenticate users securely
- Calculate fan levels and QAR reward balances
- Maintain platform security
- Improve user experience and internal statistics
We do not use personal data for advertising or commercial resale.
4. QAR Token System
- QAR is a community-based reward point system.
- QAR is not a financial instrument and has no monetary value.
- QAR tokens are currently stored off-chain within the platform database.
- No personal data is stored on any blockchain.
- Any future technical upgrades will comply with applicable regulations.
5. Cookies & Tracking
The platform uses essential cookies for:
- Login sessions
- Security protection
- User authentication
We do not use advertising trackers.
6. Data Retention
User data is stored as long as the account remains active.
If an account is deleted:
- All personal data is permanently removed from our systems.
- Off-chain QAR balances are deleted and cannot be recovered.
7. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures:
- SSL/TLS encrypted connections
- Password hashing using bcrypt
- Server-side validation and protection
- Email verification and request throttling
8. Sharing of Data
We do not sell, rent, or trade user data. Technical providers such as Google reCAPTCHA, Google Fonts, and our email delivery service may process limited technical data (including IP address and browser information) to provide and secure the service.
Match data is fetched server-side from PFL, ESPN, and TheSportsDB without sending user account data. When team badges or match images are displayed directly from an external host, that host may receive limited technical data such as the IP address and browser information. Information may also be disclosed where required by law.
9. User Rights
Users may:
- Access their personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete their accounts
- Request data export
Requests can be sent to support@karabakhfk.com
10. Age Restriction
This platform is intended for users aged 13 and older.
11. Contact
For privacy-related inquiries: