Privacy Policy
Athlone Model Flying Club
Last Updated: 18 June 2026
Introduction
Athlone Model Flying Club (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect any personal information you provide when using our website.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide through our website, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Telephone number
- Any information submitted through contact forms or email enquiries
We may also collect basic technical information automatically, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Website usage data through cookies or analytics tools
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to enquiries and communications
- Provide information about club activities and events
- Manage membership enquiries
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal obligations
We will only use your personal information for the purposes for which it was collected.
Legal Basis for Processing
Where applicable under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process personal data on the basis of:
- Your consent
- Our legitimate interests in operating and promoting the club
- Compliance with legal obligations
Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share information with trusted service providers who help us operate the website, where necessary and subject to appropriate safeguards.
We may also disclose information where required by law.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.
However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies to improve user experience and monitor website performance.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website functionality.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal obligations.
Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Request data portability where applicable
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact:
Athlone Model Flying Club
Email: [Insert Club Email Address]
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 revision date.
Note: Because Athlone Model Flying Club is based in Ireland, this policy is designed to align broadly with GDPR principles, but it is not legal advice. If the club collects member data, processes payments, sends newsletters, or uses services such as Google Analytics, additional GDPR disclosures may be required.