Effective Date: 23 September 2025

Celtic Harriers (“we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of visitors and users of our website: www.celticharriers.co.za. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and other applicable laws in South Africa.
 

1. Information We Collect

• Personal Information: Name, contact details (email address, phone number), and any information you voluntarily provide through forms, registrations, or communications with us.
• Usage Data: Non-identifiable information such as IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited on our website.
• Cookies: Small data files stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience.
   

2. How We Use Your Information

• Provide information about our club, events, and activities.
• Process membership applications and event registrations.
• Communicate with you regarding updates, notices, and club activities.
• Improve our website, services, and user experience.
• Comply with legal or regulatory obligations.
   

3. Sharing of Information

• With service providers and partners who assist us in operating our website and managing events.
• If required by law, regulation, or legal process.
• To protect the safety, rights, or property of Celtic Harriers or its members.
   

4. Data Security

• We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure. However, please note that no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
   

5. Your Rights

• Request access to your personal information.
• Ask us to correct or delete personal information.
• Object to the processing of your personal information.
• Withdraw consent (where applicable).
• To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@celticharriers.co.za.
   

6. Retention of Information

• We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal requirements.
   

7. Third-Party Links

• Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites.
  
   

8. Updates to This Policy

• We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
   

9. Contact Us

• If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us at:
• Celtic Harriers
• Email: info@celticharriers.co.za
• Website: www.celticharriers.co.za