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Privacy Policy​

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 1, 2025
Event Organizer: World Wushu Open Championships (WWOC), under the World Taiji Science Federation (WTSF)
Website: https://www.gowushu.com
Contact: info@gowushu.com

1. Introduction

The World Wushu Open Championships (WWOC) is an international martial arts competition organized by the World Taiji Science Federation (WTSF).
WWOC evolved from the long-standing Golden State International Wushu Championships (GSIC), a prestigious martial arts event with over 17 years of continuous history in California. The evolution into WWOC reflects our mission to expand from a regional championship into a truly global open competition, fostering international cultural exchange, athletic excellence, and sportsmanship.

This Privacy Policy explains how WWOC collects, uses, and protects personal information gathered through our competition registration, volunteer, and sponsorship systems, as well as other digital platforms associated with the event.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of information:

  • Athlete and Participant Details: name, age, gender, nationality, martial arts school or association, and event registration information.

  • Coach and Official Information: credentials, judging certifications, and contact details.

  • Volunteer and Sponsor Information: names, organizational details, and contact information submitted through forms.

  • Payment Information: securely processed by trusted third-party payment providers (e.g., PayPal, Stripe). WWOC does not store any credit card data.

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and site analytics collected via Google Analytics and cookies.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your information may be used to:

  • Process athlete and participant registrations.

  • Communicate event details, updates, and results.

  • Issue credentials, passes, and certificates.

  • Manage volunteer assignments and sponsor relations.

  • Process payments and maintain financial records.

  • Improve website performance and event operations.

  • Comply with safety, insurance, or regulatory requirements.

4. Cookies and Analytics

GoWushu.com uses cookies and Google Analytics to enhance usability and analyze site performance.
You may disable cookies at any time through your browser settings; however, some features may not function as intended.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal data.
Information may be shared only with:

  • Third-party service providers that support event management (e.g., payment gateways, accreditation systems, or insurance partners).

  • Government or regulatory authorities when legally required.

  • WTSF administrative partners for purposes of event verification and reporting.

6. Data Retention and Security

We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfill competition and legal obligations.
We implement technical and organizational safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure of personal information.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

  • Access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information.

  • Withdraw consent for communications or marketing.

  • Request data portability or restriction of processing.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@gowushu.com.
Requests will be reviewed and fulfilled in accordance with applicable data protection laws (including GDPR and CCPA).

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to external partners and sponsors, such as WTSF.org and KungFuDirect.com.
WWOC is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those external sites.

9. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect new practices or legal requirements.
The “Effective Date” above will always indicate the most recent version.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:
Email: info@gowushu.com
Website: https://www.gowushu.com

 

For privacy matters related to the broader organizational membership or academic programs of the World Taiji Science Federation, please refer to the WTSF Privacy Policy at WTSF.org/privacy.

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