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Privacy Policy

We respect your privacy. Here’s how we handle your data.

Last Updated: 31st January 2026

ClubNews.ie (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your personal data and complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable Irish data protection laws. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when you use our website or sign up for email communications.

By using ClubNews.ie or subscribing to emails, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

1. Data Controller

ClubNews.ie is the Data Controller for personal data collected through this website and email subscriptions.

Contact for data protection matters:
Email: info@clubnews.ie

2. Personal Data We Collect

Information You Provide
When you contact us, submit a form, or sign up for email communications, we may collect:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Club name

  • Role or position (optional)

  • Phone number (optional)

  • Message content

Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages visited

  • Time and date of visits

  • Referring website links

  • Cookie and analytics data

We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 16. We do not collect special category data such as health, religion, ethnicity, or biometric data.

3. Lawful Basis for Processing

Under GDPR, we process personal data on the following bases:

  • Consent: When you sign up for email communications or submit a contact form.

  • Legitimate Interests: To respond to enquiries, operate and improve our website, maintain security, and manage communications.

  • Contract: Where a club has entered into an agreement with ClubNews to receive services.

You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting info@clubnews.ie or unsubscribing from emails.

4. How We Use Personal Data

We use your personal data to:

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Provide information about our services

  • Communicate club news and updates to subscribers

  • Send marketing emails on behalf of ClubNews, which may include promotions from approved advertisers (all emails are sent directly by ClubNews)

  • Improve website functionality and performance

  • Maintain website security and prevent misuse

We do not sell personal data.

5. Data Sharing

We may share personal data only when necessary with:

  • Website hosting providers

  • Email and communication service providers

  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)

  • Legal or regulatory bodies where required by law

We do not share personal data directly with advertisers. Any marketing content from advertisers is sent by ClubNews on their behalf.

All third-party providers act as Data Processors or independent controllers and must comply with GDPR.

6. Email Marketing & Consent

When you sign up to receive emails from ClubNews, you consent to:

  • Receiving club news and updates

  • Receiving marketing emails from approved advertisers via ClubNews

You can withdraw your consent or unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link in each email or by contacting info@clubnews.ie.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected, including:

  • Responding to enquiries

  • Managing service relationships with clubs

  • Sending email communications

  • Meeting legal or regulatory requirements

You may request deletion at any time, unless retention is required by law.

8. Your GDPR Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion (Right to be Forgotten)

  • Restrict processing

  • Object to processing based on legitimate interest

  • Request data portability

  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact: info@clubnews.ie. We will respond within 30 days in line with GDPR requirements.

9. Cookies and Analytics

ClubNews.ie uses cookies and analytics tools to understand website usage and improve performance. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. A cookie notice will be displayed on your first visit.

10. Security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data, including secure hosting and access controls. While no system is entirely risk-free, we take reasonable steps to protect information in line with GDPR standards.

11. International Transfers

Some service providers may process data outside the EU/EEA. Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)

  • EU-US Data Privacy Framework participation (where applicable)

12. Complaints

If you have concerns about how your data is handled, please contact us at info@clubnews.ie.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with:
Data Protection Commission (Ireland)
Canal House, Station Road, Portarlington, Co. Laois
www.dataprotection.ie

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The most recent version will always be available on ClubNews.ie, with the updated date listed at the top.

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