Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, southamptonfcnews.co.uk.

Introduction

At Southampton FC News, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we handle your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Data We Collect

We collect personal data that you provide directly to us via our contact form, which includes your name and email address. Additionally, our servers automatically log certain information, including your IP address, browser type, and access times, which helps us maintain the security and performance of our website.

Legal Basis for Processing

Our processing of your personal data is based on the following legal grounds: (1) Your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) when you provide us with your information through the contact form; and (2) our legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR) in ensuring the security and functionality of our website.

Data Retention Period

We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which we collected it, including any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Generally, this means we will keep your data for as long as you have an ongoing interaction with us.

Cookies

Our website uses minimal first-party cookies to enhance your browsing experience. We do not use any third-party analytics or advertising cookies, ensuring that your data is not shared with external parties.

Data Hosting

Your personal data is hosted on Cloudflare R2, which provides secure and reliable cloud storage. We take appropriate security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access.

Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject, you have several rights under GDPR, including the right to access your personal data, the right to request rectification or erasure of your data, the right to data portability, and the right to object to processing. If you wish to exercise any of these rights or have any questions about your data, please contact us at deploy@fanhub.local.

Complaints

If you believe that your data protection rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) or your local supervisory authority.

Last updated: 2026-05-07