privacy policy

Effective Date: 1st July 2025

1. Who We Are

Trading Name: Real SSK
Legal Entity: Peter Kennedy Martial Arts Association (Sole Trader)
Email: peter@realssk.com
Phone: 07446 037467
Address: Tokei Martial Arts Centre, Magdalen Street, London, SE1 2EN

We are committed to complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. What Data We Collect

We may collect the following information when you use this website:
- Name, contact details, and delivery address if submitted via a form or during checkout
- Payment and transaction data (processed via GoCardless or Stripe)
- Browser data (e.g., IP address, device type, pages visited)
- Membership registration details (handled through GoCardless)
- Order history for merchandise purchases

3. How We Use Your Data

We may use your data to:
- Respond to enquiries and customer support requests
- Process and manage memberships and direct debit payments
- Fulfill merchandise orders and arrange shipping
- Improve the functionality and performance of the Site
- Comply with legal and financial obligations

4. Payments and Financial Information

We do not store your financial data directly.
- Membership payments are processed via GoCardless
- Merchandise transactions are processed via Squarespace Commerce using Stripe or PayPal
Please refer to the relevant third-party privacy policies:
- GoCardless: https://gocardless.com/privacy/
- Stripe: https://stripe.com/gb/privacy

5. Cookies & Website Analytics

This website may use cookies and analytics tools (via Squarespace) to improve performance and user experience. You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell or share your data with third parties except:
- GoCardless and Stripe for payment processing
- Shipping carriers for merchandise delivery
- Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law

7. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your data. However, no system is completely secure. Use of the Site is at your own risk.

8. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, including legal, accounting, or reporting obligations.

9. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to data processing
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.

10. External Links

This Site may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Please check back to ensure you’re informed of any changes.

12. Contact

To ask questions or make a data request, please contact:
Email: peter@realssk.com
Phone: 07446 037467