Privacy Policy

Last updated: 12 November 2025

1. Who We Are

This Privacy Policy explains how Great Britain Tag Rugby (“we”, “our”, “us”) collects and uses personal information in connection with our website www.greatbritaintagrugby.com (“Website”).

For privacy enquiries, please contact info@greatbritaintagrugby.com.
We do not currently appoint a separate Data Protection Officer; all enquiries are handled via this email.

2. What We Collect

We only collect the minimum information required for the Website to function.
This is limited to information captured via cookies and similar technologies that are necessary for operating the Website and measuring basic performance through Squarespace’s built-in analytics.

We do not collect any special category data (such as health or accessibility information).

Examples:
Technical identifiers (e.g., device/browser type), pages viewed, and basic usage metrics.
No forms are used on the Website for collecting names, emails, or other personal details.

3. How We Collect Information

Information is collected through cookies placed on your device when you visit or use the Website.
For details about the cookies we use and how to control them, please see our Cookies Policy.

4. How We Use Information (Purposes)

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain the Website and its core functionality

  • Understand Website performance and improve user experience using Squarespace analytics

  • Keep the Website secure and prevent misuse

We do not use the information for direct marketing and we do not send newsletters.

5. Lawful Bases for Processing

Under UK GDPR, our lawful bases for processing are:

  • Legitimate interests: Operating a secure, effective Website and understanding performance

  • Consent: For any non-essential cookies, given through the Website’s cookie banner

  • Legal obligation: Where processing is necessary to comply with applicable laws

6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.
We only share information as needed with trusted service providers and partners to operate the Website and the sport.

In particular, where necessary, we may share limited relevant information with the sport’s main provider in the UK, Try Tag Rugby, for governance or operational purposes.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary for the purposes described above.
Cookie-related data is kept according to each cookie’s lifespan and your browser settings.
Diagnostic logs held by our service providers are kept for limited periods for security and troubleshooting.

8. Where We Store and Process Data

The Website is hosted by Squarespace and related service providers.
This may involve processing and storing data on servers located outside the UK.
Where data is transferred internationally, appropriate safeguards (such as Standard Contractual Clauses) are in place to protect your information under UK GDPR.

9. Security

We implement technical and organisational measures designed to protect your information, including:

  • TLS/SSL encryption for data in transit

  • Restricted administrative access

  • Secure, reputable hosting and platform providers

10. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your information (in certain circumstances)

  • Object to or restrict processing (in certain circumstances)

  • Withdraw consent at any time where processing relies on consent (e.g., cookies)

  • Request data portability (where applicable)

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@greatbritaintagrugby.com.
You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.

11. Children

Our Website is not intended for children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If you believe a child has provided information to us, please contact us so we can delete it.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

13. Contact

For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Email: info@greatbritaintagrugby.com