Privacy and data policy

This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which pskc.org.uk collects, uses, maintains and discloses information (data) collected from users (each, a “User”) of the PSKC website (“Site”). It also outlines your rights to view, amend or delete data that we hold about you in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations 2018. This privacy policy applies to the Site and all products and services offered by pskc.org.uk.

Personal identification information

We may collect personally identification information from Users in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when Users visit our site, register on the site, become a member of the club, subscribe to the newsletter, respond to a survey, fill out a form, and in connection with other activities, services, features or resources we make available on our Site. Users may be asked for, as appropriate, name, email address, mailing address, phone number. Users may, however, visit our Site anonymously. We will collect personal identification information from Users only if they voluntarily submit such information to us. Users can always refuse to supply personally identification information, except that it may prevent them from engaging in certain Site related activities, such as becoming a member or purchasing online.

Non-personal identification information

We may collect non-personal identification information about Users whenever they interact with our Site. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name, the type of computer and technical information about Users means of connection to our Site, such as the operating system and the Internet service providers utilized and other similar information.

Web browser cookies

Our Site uses “cookies” to enhance User experience. A User’s web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. User may choose to block cookies by using methods outlined here. If they do so, note that some parts of the Site may not function properly.

Anonymous browsing

Should you wish to browse our site anonymously, follow the advice above to prevent your browser using cookies, and use an anonymous virtual private network to hide your internet protocol address.

How we use collected information

pskc.org.uk collects and uses Users personal information for the following purposes:

  • To provide membership services
    The club requires a certain amount of information from the User to responsibly provide membership services.
  • To personalize user experience
    We may use information in the aggregate to understand how our Users as a group use the services and resources provided on our Site.
  • To improve our Site
    We continually strive to improve our website offerings based on the information and feedback we receive from you.
  • To send periodic emails
    The email address Users provide will only be used to respond to their inquiries, and/or other requests or questions. If User decides to opt-in to our mailing list, they will receive emails that may include news, updates, related membership or service information, etc. If at any time the User would like to unsubscribe from receiving future emails, we include detailed unsubscribe instructions at the bottom of each email or User may contact us via our Site.

How we protect your information

We adopt appropriate data collection, storage and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure or destruction of your personal information, username, password, transaction information and data stored on our Site.

Sharing your personal information

We do not sell, trade, or rent Users personal identification information to others. We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal identification information regarding visitors and users with our business partners, trusted affiliates and advertisers for the purposes outlined above. Basic personal information consisting of name, address and date of birth will be shared with National Governing Bodies for the purposes of insurance.

Third party websites

Users may find advertising or other content on our Site that link to the sites and services of our partners, suppliers, advertisers, sponsors, licensors and other third parties. We do not control the content or links that appear on these sites and are not responsible for the practices employed by websites linked to or from our Site. In addition, these sites or services, including their content and links, may be constantly changing. These sites and services may have their own privacy policies and customer service policies. Browsing and interaction on any other website, including websites which have a link to our Site, is subject to that website’s own terms and policies.

Changes to this privacy policy

pskc.org.uk has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, we will post a notification on the main page of our Site, and revise the updated date at the bottom of this page. We encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.

Your acceptance of these terms

By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.

Your data

We fully respect your rights to view, amend or request deletion of the data we hold about you. Contact data@pskc.org.uk for any such requests. For third party services such as Facebook or Twitter please contact them directly.

Contacting us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this site, please email data@pskc.org.uk.

Last updated 3/5/2018.