Privacy Policy for rugby-coaching-blog.com
1. Introduction
At rugby-coaching-blog.com (“we”, “us”, or “our”), we are firmly committed to safeguarding the privacy and personal data of our website visitors and users. We recognize the importance of transparency, accountability, and user control when it comes to data processing. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, retain, protect, and disclose your personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), where applicable.
By accessing or using rugby-coaching-blog.com (“the Website”), you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. We encourage you to carefully read this document to understand your rights and our obligations.
2. Scope of Policy and Data Controller Role
This Privacy Policy applies to personal data collected through the Website, including any related communications, transactions, or services provided through rugby-coaching-blog.com. We act as the data controller for the personal data we process, which means we determine the purposes and means of processing such information, pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.
To exercise your privacy rights or inquire further about this Policy, you may contact us at: [email protected].
3. Categories of Data Processed
We may process the following categories of personal data:
a. Usage Data
Includes information about how you use the Website, such as your IP address, browser type, time zone setting and location, referral sources, page views, sessions, and navigational paths.
b. Account Data
Includes identifiers such as your full name, physical address, email address, and telephone number that you voluntarily provide when creating an account or registering for services through rugby-coaching-blog.com.
c. Profile Data
Includes user profile details, such as preferences, user behavior, purchase history, product interests, and feedback.
d. Communication Data
Includes data generated through your communication with us, such as support queries, messages submitted through our contact forms, and any correspondence history.
e. Technical Data
Includes system and device information such as operating system, device type, screen resolution, language preferences, and unique device identifiers.
f. Transaction Data
Includes records of transactions made on or through the Website, including payment information, billing and shipping addresses (note: payment details are typically processed through third-party secure payment processors and are not stored directly by us).
g. Preference Data
Includes information regarding your communication preferences, subscription settings, notification options, and marketing consent choices.
4. Legal Bases for Processing
We process your personal data under the following legal bases, as required by the GDPR:
– Performance of a Contract: Processing is necessary for the performance of a contract, such as providing you with coaching services or fulfilling purchases.
– Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, provided these are not overridden by your rights and freedoms. For example: analyzing usage trends, improving website functionality, and direct marketing to existing customers.
– Consent: Where you have given explicit permission, such as subscribing to newsletters or allowing non-essential cookies.
– Legal Obligation: Processing is necessary to comply with applicable legal or regulatory requirements.
5. Your Rights
Under the GDPR and CCPA, you have the following rights in relation to your personal data:
– Right of Access: You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
– Right to Rectification: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
– Right to Erasure: Also known as the ‘right to be forgotten’, you can request deletion of your data under certain conditions.
– Right to Restrict Processing: You can request limits on our use of your data in specific cases.
– Right to Data Portability: You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly-used, machine-readable format and to transmit that data to another controller where technically feasible.
– Right to Object: You can object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
– Non-Discrimination: Under the CCPA, you have the right to not be discriminated against for exercising any of your privacy rights.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: [email protected].
6. Security Measures
We take the protection of your personal data seriously and implement appropriate organizational and technical security measures, including:
– Data encryption in transit and at rest
– Secure socket layer (SSL) technology for all website communications
– Regular data backups
– Restricted access to data based on role
– Employee training on data protection
– Monitoring and logging to detect unauthorized access
While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal data, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.
7. International Transfers
Your personal data may be stored or processed outside of your country of residence, including in countries that do not offer equivalent data protection. Where such transfers occur, we ensure they are governed by legally adequate safeguards such as:
– Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission
– Data processing agreements with third-parties
– Additional protections as required by local laws
You may request further information on international transfers by emailing us at: [email protected].
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data for no longer than necessary for the purposes for which it was collected. Data retention periods include:
– Usage Data: 12 months
– Account Data: Until account deletion, or up to 6 years for legal and audit purposes
– Profile Data: 3 years from last interaction
– Communication Data: 2 years
– Technical Data: 12 months
– Transaction Data: Up to 7 years for tax and accounting purposes
– Preference Data: Retained until consent is withdrawn or preferences are updated
Data may be securely anonymized for statistical or research purposes and retained indefinitely in such form.
9. Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on rugby-coaching-blog.com. Cookies help us understand user behavior, improve functionality, and deliver personalized content.
Our use includes:
– Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality, such as maintaining sessions and security.
– Functional Cookies: Enhance user experience by remembering preferences and settings.
– Analytics Cookies: Collect information about how users interact with the website to analyze trends and improve performance.
– Performance Cookies: Help us optimize loading times and site responsiveness.
10. Cookie Management and Compliance
You can manage your cookie preferences using a cookie consent banner or settings tool accessible from the footer of rugby-coaching-blog.com. You may also configure your browser settings to delete or block non-essential cookies. We fully comply with GDPR’s consent requirements and CCPA’s opt-out provisions regarding data collection via cookies and behavioral tracking.
Do Not Track (DNT) signals are honored in jurisdictions where legally required.
11. Children’s Privacy
rugby-coaching-blog.com does not target or knowingly collect data from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that personal data has been collected from a child without verified parental consent, we will promptly delete the information.
Parents or guardians who believe their child has submitted personal data may contact us at: [email protected].
12. Policy Updates and Notifications
We reserve the right to revise this Privacy Policy as necessary to accommodate legal, technical, or business developments. Any significant updates will be communicated via the Website and, where applicable, via direct user notifications. Continued use of rugby-coaching-blog.com constitutes your acceptance of any revised terms.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, requests, or concerns related to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please do not hesitate to contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://rugby-coaching-blog.com
We remain committed to maintaining full compliance with applicable data protection laws and ensuring your rights and data are protected to the highest standards.