📜 Privacy Policy
UPDATED DATE: 24/10/2025
Welcome and thanks for visiting What The Smash!
What The Smash (“We”, “Our”, and/or “Us”) is a digital badminton news and media platform that delivers updates, results, and stories from the local and international badminton scene.
This Privacy Policy describes how What The Smash collects and processes personal information about you, how we use and protect this information, and your rights in relation to this information. Personal Information refers to data that can identify you directly or indirectly (“Personal Information”).
By continuing to use our website, you confirm that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy, our Cookie Policy, and our Terms & Conditions.
In our processing, we comply with applicable privacy legislation. That means:
- We clearly state the purposes for which we process personal data
- We limit data collection to what is necessary
- We seek your consent when required
- We implement strong data protection and security measures
- We respect your rights to request access, correction, or removal of your data
If you have additional questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us using the details below.
01. Consent
By using our website, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
02. Information We Collect
We do not require personal data to simply browse our website.
However, we may collect certain information when you voluntarily interact with our platform, including:
Personal Data
- Name
- Email address
(usually submitted via newsletters, contact forms, feedback)
Derivative Data
- IP address
- Browser & device info
- Geolocation (approximate)
- Pages visited, links clicked & usage analytics
Third-Party Data
- Social media login information (if applicable)
- Advertising/analytics data from third-party providers
We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information unless legally required.
03. How We Use Your Information
We use information we collect to:
- Improve our site’s performance & user experience
- Analyze audience interest & demographics
- Track traffic sources & publishing effectiveness
- Respond to inquiries, comments & feedback
- Communicate important updates or promotional content
- Detect spam, abuse, or prohibited activity
Comply with regulatory requirements
04. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell or trade your personal information.
We may disclose personal information:
- To comply with legal obligations under Malaysian privacy laws
- To enforce site policies or protect safety and rights
To third-party service providers who assist with hosting, analytics & security
(under strict confidentiality and data protection agreements)
05. Cookies
We use cookies for analytics, performance, and personalization.
For more, please see our Cookie Policy.
You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.
06. Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for:
- The content
- Privacy practices
- Data protection policies of these external sites.
We encourage you to review their policies before interacting.
07. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against:
- Unauthorized access
- Loss
- Misuse
- Unlawful processing
Only authorized personnel may process your information.
08. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time.
Updated versions will be posted with a new “Last Updated” date.
We encourage users to review this page periodically.
09. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may:
- Request access to the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of inaccurate or outdated data
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- Request restriction of processing
To exercise your rights, please contact us with sufficient details to verify identity.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our website does not target children under the age of consent in their country of residence.
We do not intentionally collect personal data from children.
Parents who believe a minor has submitted data may contact us to request removal.
11. Fair Use Policy for Content Usage
We use public news sources, press releases and official imagery for reporting and editorial purposes.
If you believe any material is used incorrectly, please notify us and we will review it promptly.
12. Limitation of Liability
What The Smash strives to ensure accurate and up-to-date information.
However, we make no guarantees regarding accuracy, completeness, or reliability.
We are not liable for any loss arising from:
- Use of the site
- External links
- Dependence on the information provided
All intellectual property on this website belongs to What The Smash unless otherwise stated.
Unauthorized reproduction or commercial use is prohibited.
Contact Us
If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: https://whatthesmash.com
📍 Location: Malaysia
