Privacy Policy

 Effective date: 7 October 2025
Website: https://northamptonpadel.com
Organisation: Northampton Padel League (“we”, “our”, “us”)

 Email: joe@northamptonpadel.com

1. Introduction

We are committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the data you provide when participating in or visiting the Northampton Padel League website.

2. Information We Collect

We only collect personal information necessary to organise and manage the league, which may include:

• Name
   
• Email address
   
• Phone number
   
• Team name and player details
   
• Match results and league statistics
   

We do not collect or store payment information or special category (sensitive) data.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Organise and administer the Northampton Padel League
   
• Communicate with players and team captains
   
• Publish league tables, fixtures, and results
   
• Respond to enquiries or feedback
   

We will only publish limited information (e.g., player or team names, scores) relevant to league standings or results.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under:

• Contract: To manage your participation in the league
   
• Legitimate interests: To operate and promote league activities
   
• Consent: For optional updates or communications beyond administration
   

5. Data Sharing

We may share limited data with:

• Website hosting and email service providers (for operational purposes)
   
• Other league participants (e.g., team captains) where necessary for match coordination
   

We do not sell or share your data for marketing or advertising.

6. Data Retention

We keep personal information only as long as needed to run the league and maintain accurate records (e.g., past season results). After this, data is securely deleted or anonymised.

7. Your Rights (UK GDPR)

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
   
• Request correction or deletion
   
• Object to certain processing
   
• Withdraw consent (where applicable)
   

To exercise your rights, contact joe@northamptonpadel.com.

8. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your information from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.

9. Cookies and Analytics

Our site may use essential cookies and basic analytics (e.g., to understand site usage and improve functionality). You can control cookies via your browser settings.

10. International Transfers

If we transfer data outside the UK, we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (e.g., adequacy regulations or standard contractual clauses).

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page with an updated “Effective date.”

12. Contact Us

Questions about privacy or your data?
Email: joe@northamptonpadel.com

If you’re not satisfied with our response, you can contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.