Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Traditional Shotokan Karate ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") collects, uses, discloses, and otherwise processes personal information on our website traditionalshotokankarate.co.uk (the "Site"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in our data practices.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and any other information you voluntarily provide through contact forms or account registration.
- Technical Information: IP address, device type, operating system, browser type, and device identifiers.
- Cookie Data: Information stored through cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy below).
- Usage Data: Pages visited, links clicked, time spent on the Site, referral sources, and interaction patterns.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Conducting analytics and monitoring Site performance and user behaviour.
- Tracking affiliate conversions and commissions from casino partners.
- Improving Site functionality, content, and user experience.
- Responding to inquiries and providing customer support.
- Complying with legal obligations and fraud prevention.
- Sending marketing communications (only with your consent).
Cookie Policy
Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behaviour to improve the Site.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals and commissions from casino partners.
- Marketing Cookies: Enable targeted advertising and retargeting.
You may opt-out of non-essential cookies through your browser settings or by using our cookie consent tool. Disabling essential cookies may affect Site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to third-party casino operators and affiliate websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these external sites. Curaçao-licensed casinos and other affiliates operate under their own privacy policies. We strongly recommend reviewing their privacy statements before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Your use of these third-party sites is at your own risk.
Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018, you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request a copy of personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal exceptions).
- Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we use your data.
- Right to Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, portable format.
- Right to Object: Object to processing for direct marketing or profiling.
To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below. We will respond within 30 days of receipt.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Typically:
- Contact information is retained for 3 years after last interaction.
- Affiliate tracking data is retained for 12 months.
- Analytics data is retained for 26 months.
You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have privacy concerns, please contact us:
Email: privacy@traditionalshotokankarate.co.uk
Website: traditionalshotokankarate.co.uk
We will respond to all requests and inquiries as promptly as possible in accordance with applicable data protection legislation.