1. Purpose
Ballinhassig AFC is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of all members, players, parents and guardians, coaches, volunteers, spectators, visitors, sponsors and other individuals who interact with the club.

This Privacy Policy explains what personal information the club collects, why it is collected, how it is used, how it is protected and the rights available to individuals under applicable data protection legislation.

Ballinhassig AFC is committed to processing personal information fairly, lawfully, securely and transparently.

2. Club Governance
Ballinhassig Soccer Club Limited is the legal owner of the lands, buildings and facilities at Gortnaglough Community Park.

Ballinhassig AFC, acting through its Executive Committee, is responsible for the day-to-day management, operation and administration of the club and its facilities on behalf of Ballinhassig Soccer Club Limited. Unless otherwise stated, references to "Ballinhassig AFC" within this policy refer to the Executive Committee acting on behalf of Ballinhassig Soccer Club Limited in the management and operation of the club.

3. Scope
This policy applies to all personal information processed by Ballinhassig AFC in connection with:

4. Legal Framework
Ballinhassig AFC processes personal information in accordance with:

Ballinhassig Soccer Club Limited is the Data Controller for personal information processed in connection with the operation of the club and its facilities. The Executive Committee of Ballinhassig AFC administers and manages personal information on behalf of Ballinhassig Soccer Club Limited in accordance with this policy.

5. Information We Collect
Depending on your involvement with the club, Ballinhassig AFC may collect information including:

The club only collects personal information that is necessary for the effective operation and administration of its activities.

6. Why We Collect Personal Information
Personal information may be collected and processed for purposes including:

Personal information will not be used for purposes incompatible with those described in this policy.

7. Sharing Personal Information
Where necessary and appropriate, Ballinhassig AFC may share personal information with:

Personal information will only be shared where there is a lawful basis for doing so and only to the extent necessary for the purpose concerned. Ballinhassig AFC does not sell personal information to third parties.

8. Photography and Video
Photographs and video recordings may be taken during club activities for purposes including:

The club will take reasonable steps to ensure that photography and video are used appropriately and respectfully. Parents or guardians with concerns regarding the publication of photographs should contact the Executive Committee.

9. CCTV
Ballinhassig AFC operates CCTV systems throughout Gortnaglough Community Park for purposes including:

The operation of CCTV is governed by the Ballinhassig AFC CCTV Policy, which should be read in conjunction with this Privacy Policy.

10. Storage and Security
Ballinhassig AFC takes reasonable technical and organisational measures to safeguard personal information against:

Access to personal information is restricted to committee members and authorised persons who require access for legitimate club purposes.
All persons handling personal information on behalf of the club are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality.

11. Retention of Information
Ballinhassig AFC will retain personal information only for as long as is necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law, Football Association of Ireland regulations, safeguarding obligations or legitimate club administration.

When personal information is no longer required it will be securely deleted or destroyed.

12. Your Rights
Under applicable data protection legislation, individuals may have the right to:

Requests should be submitted in writing to Ballinhassig AFC.
The club will respond in accordance with applicable data protection legislation.

13. Website
The Ballinhassig AFC website may use cookies and limited website analytics to improve functionality and user experience. Users may manage cookies through their own browser settings.
Where the website contains links to third-party websites, Ballinhassig AFC accepts no responsibility for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

14. Related Policies
This Privacy Policy should be read together with the following club policies:

15. Policy Review
This policy will be reviewed periodically by the Executive Committee and updated where necessary to reflect changes in legislation, technology or club operations.


Approved by the Ballinhassig AFC Executive Committee

For any questions relating to this Privacy Policy or the processing of personal information by Ballinhassig AFC, please contact the Executive Committee through the contact details published on the club website.