FC Magpies (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data when you use our website or interact with us online.

By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Who We Are

This website is operated by FC Magpies, a football club based in Gibraltar.

We are the data controller for any personal information collected through this website.

For privacy-related enquiries, please contact us via the official club contact details provided on our website.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal

2.1 Information You Provide Directly
Full name
Date of birth (for players)
Parent/guardian details
Contact information (email address, phone number)
Address
Emergency contact details
Medical information (where required for registration and safeguarding)
Registration and consent form submissions
Messages sent via contact forms
2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
Pages visited and time spent on the website
Cookies and similar tracking technologies
3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

Player registration and administration
Managing club activities, training, and matches
Communication with parents, guardians, and players
Safeguarding and welfare purposes
Medical and emergency response coordination
Club operations and compliance with football governing bodies
Website functionality and improvement
Marketing and promotional activities (where consent is provided)

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following legal bases:

Consent (e.g., photography, marketing communications)
Contractual necessity (e.g., player registration and participation)
Legal obligation (e.g., safeguarding and regulatory compliance)
Legitimate interests (e.g., club administration and communication)

5. Sharing Your Information

We may share personal data with:

Gibraltar Football Association (GFA)
UEFA and other governing sports bodies
Medical professionals and emergency services
Coaches, staff, and authorised volunteers
Service providers supporting club operations (e.g., IT systems, website hosting)

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

6. Photography and Media

With appropriate consent, we may use photographs and video recordings of players and club activities for:

Website content
Social media platforms
Promotional and marketing materials
Club publications

We take care to ensure all media is used responsibly and in line with safeguarding standards.

7. Data Storage and Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against:

Loss
Misuse
Unauthorised access
Disclosure
Alteration or destruction

Personal data is stored securely and only accessed by authorised personnel.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for:

Club administration
Legal and safeguarding obligations
Regulatory requirements

When data is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.

9. Your Rights

Depending on applicable data protection laws, you may have the right to:

Access your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data (where applicable)
Restrict or object to processing
Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)

To exercise your rights, please contact FC Magpies using the official contact details on our website.

10. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to improve user experience and analyse website traffic.

Cookies may be used to:

Remember user preferences
Improve website performance
Track website usage statistics

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website features may not function properly.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any external sites they visit.

12. Children’s Privacy

We are committed to protecting the privacy of children.

Personal data relating to minors is collected only with parental or guardian consent and is used strictly for club-related purposes.

13. Safeguarding

FC Magpies is committed to safeguarding children and young people.

Where necessary, personal information may be shared with safeguarding authorities in accordance with legal obligations.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact FC Magpies via our official website contact page or authorised club representatives.

16. Acceptance

By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.