At Gallopians Football Club, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting any personal information you provide to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose and safeguard your information when you visit our website gallopiansfc.com, enroll in our programs, purchase merchandise or interact with us in any other way.
By using our website or services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please do not use our website or services.
1. Information we collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal information.
1.1 Information you provide directly
- Personal Details: Name, age, email address, phone number, mailing address.
- Player Registration Data: Age group, previous playing experience, medical information (if required for training).
- Membership & Sponsorship Data: Payment details, preferences and engagement history.
- Contact Form Submissions: Any information you submit when reaching out to us via contact forms.
1.2 Information collected automatically
When you visit our website, certain information is collected automatically, such as:
- IP Address & Device Information: To improve security and user experience.
- Website Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site and browsing behavior.
- Cookies & Tracking Technologies: To analyze traffic, improve website performance and personalize content.
2. How we use your information
We use the information collected to
- Provide Our Services: Process registrations, memberships, and merchandise orders.
- Improve Our Website & Services: Understand user behavior and optimize our offerings.
- Communicate With You: Respond to inquiries, send updates about our programs, and notify you of upcoming events.
- Marketing & Promotions: Send newsletters, special offers and promotional content (only if you have opted in).
- Security & Fraud Prevention: Protect against unauthorized access or misuse of our services.
3. How we share your information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share it in the following cases:
- With Service Providers: Third-party vendors (such as payment processors, email services, or marketing platforms) that help us operate our club efficiently.
- For Legal Reasons: If required by law, regulation or to protect our legal rights.
- With Your Consent: If you agree to share your information for specific purposes, such as sponsorships or testimonials.
4. Cookies & tracking technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. These cookies help us
- Understand how visitors interact with our website.
- Improve website functionality and security.
- Provide personalized content and targeted advertisements.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the website’s functionality.
5. Data security
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss or misuse. These include
- Secure servers and encrypted communications.
- Restricted access to personal data.
- Regular security updates and monitoring.
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We encourage users to take precautions when sharing personal information online.
6. Your rights & choices
You have the right to
- Access Your Data: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Update Your Information: Correct inaccuracies in your details.
- Opt-Out of Marketing: Unsubscribe from promotional emails at any time.
- Request Data Deletion: Ask us to delete your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@gallopians.com.
7. Third-party links
Our website may contain links to external websites or third-party services. We are not responsible for their privacy policies or practices. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external sites they visit.
8. Children\’s privacy
We are committed to protecting children\’s privacy. Our programs involve minors, and we ensure that any data collected from them is done with parental or guardian consent. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 without appropriate consent.
If you believe we have collected unauthorized information from a child, please contact us immediately.
9. Changes to this privacy policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we will notify users of significant updates.
Last updated on: 31 Jan 2025
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us:
Your privacy is important to us. Thank you for trusting Gallopian FC as we continue to grow football talent and build a strong community! ⚽