Privacy Notice

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Effective Date: 14/11/2024
Last Updated: 14/11/2024

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Thank you for visiting armedforceschess.com. At the United Kingdom Armed Forces Chess Association (UKAFCA) ("we," "us," or "our"), we are committed to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Notice outlines how we collect, use, and share information about you when you visit our website armedforceschess.com or engage with our services.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: When you register on our website, sign up for newsletters, or participate in events, we may collect personal information, such as your name, contact details, and affiliation.

• Usage Data: We collect data on how you interact with our website, including IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited.

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and ensure site security.​

 

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for purposes such as:

• Providing and Enhancing Services: To facilitate the website’s functionality and improve user experience.

• Communication: To send updates, respond to inquiries, and inform you of any changes to our services or events.

• Analytics and Security: To analyze visitor trends and protect our site from fraud or unauthorized access.

• Legal Compliance: To fulfill any legal obligations.​

 

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with third parties in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: Trusted third-party providers who help operate our website, subject to confidentiality agreements.

• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect UKAFCA’s legal rights.​

 

4. Security

We implement reasonable measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, please note that no online data transmission is entirely secure, and we advise caution when submitting personal information.

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5. Your Choices

You may have the following options regarding your information:

• Access and Correction: You may access and update your personal information by contacting us.

• Opt-Out: You can opt-out of cookies through your browser settings or contact us to unsubscribe from communications.​

 

6. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect data from children.

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7. Changes to This Privacy Notice

We may periodically update this Privacy Notice. Please check back regularly, as any updates will be posted on this page with the "Last Updated" date.

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8. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Notice or our data practices, please contact us at:

United Kingdom Armed Forces Chess Association (UKAFCA) using the contact page on our website.