1. Privacy Policy & Cookie Policy
Last updated: 02/10/2025
This Privacy Policy (including the Cookie Policy subsection) describes how LPF Striking / lpfstriking.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, stores, shares, and protects personal information when users (“you,” “your”) access or use our website, services, or otherwise interact with us. This Policy also explains your rights relating to your data.
1.1. Scope & Applicability
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This policy applies to all users globally, including EU, UK, US, and other jurisdictions.
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For EU / UK users, we comply with GDPR and ePrivacy rules.
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For California / US users, we comply with applicable privacy laws (e.g. CCPA) where relevant.
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This policy is incorporated into (and referenced by) our Terms of Service where applicable.
1.2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
| Type of Data | Examples / Sources |
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| Identifiers | Name, email address, postal address, phone number |
| Account Data | Username, password (hashed), login credentials |
| Transactional Data | Payment information (e.g. credit card tokens), order history |
| Technical / Device Data | IP address, browser type and version, device identifiers, operating system, cookie identifiers |
| Usage & Analytics Data | Pages visited, time spent, referral data, click paths, error logs |
| Marketing & Communication Data | Preferences, subscription status, responses to surveys |
| Communications Data | Emails, messages, support tickets, chat logs |
| Third-party Data | Data obtained from partners, social media platforms (if you connect), advertising networks, public databases |
We collect information:
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Directly from you (e.g. when you register, place orders, fill contact forms)
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Automatically (through cookies, tracking tools, analytics)
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From third parties (e.g. payment gateways, advertising platforms, social media integrations)
1.3. Use of Cookies & Similar Technologies (Cookie Policy)
What are cookies & tracking technologies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, SDKs and local storage.
Types of cookies & purposes
| Category | Purpose | Consent Required (if non-essential) |
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| Strictly Necessary / Essential | Enable basic site functionality (user sessions, cart, login) | No (must be allowed) |
| Preference / Functional | Remember user preferences, language, theme | Yes |
| Analytics / Performance | Collect site usage statistics (e.g. Google Analytics) | Yes |
| Marketing / Advertising / Targeting | Track user across sites to deliver targeted ads | Yes |
| Third-party cookies | Cookies placed by external services (e.g. social, ad networks) | Yes |
We use cookies & similar technologies to:
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Maintain user sessions and login state
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Optimize and personalize content
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Measure and analyze site performance and usage
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Run marketing campaigns, retargeting, ad delivery
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Detect and mitigate fraud, security risks
Consent & Control
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Upon first visit (or when cookie settings change), we display a cookie banner / consent dialog allowing you to accept or reject (or granularly choose) non-essential cookies.
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You may change or revoke your cookie preferences at any time via a cookie settings interface (e.g. “Cookie Preferences” link) on our site.
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You can block or delete cookies via your browser settings; however, disabling essential cookies may impair site functionality.
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We may integrate with a Consent Management Platform (CMP) or cookie solution (e.g. Cookiebot, OneTrust, or WordPress cookie plugin) that scans and classifies cookies automatically and manages user consent.
Third-party cookie sharing
We may allow third parties (analytics providers, ad networks, social media platforms) to place cookies or track data on our site. We disclose which third parties and their purposes in our Cookie & Marketing section (see “Third-party Sharing” below).
1.4. Legal Bases for Processing (EU / UK / GDPR)
For EU/UK users, we rely on one or more of the following lawful bases:
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Consent — for non-essential cookies, marketing, profiling
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Performance of a contract — to fulfil orders, handle payments, deliver services
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Legitimate interests — to improve site, detect fraud, security, analytics (subject to balancing test)
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Compliance with law — where required by legal obligations
We will clearly distinguish which processing uses which legal basis in our internal records.
1.5. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data for purposes including but not limited to:
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Providing, maintaining, and improving our website, products, and services
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Processing orders, billing, shipping, refunds
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Communicating with you (email, support, notifications)
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Marketing, promotions, advertising, retargeting (when consented)
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Analytics, testing, research, site optimization
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Fraud prevention, security, compliance
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Compliance with legal obligations (tax, anti-fraud, reporting)
1.6. Sharing, Disclosure & Transfer of Data (How Information Is Shared)
We may share your personal information in the following circumstances:
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Service providers / processors: Payment gateways, email platforms, web hosting, analytics, CRM, marketing platforms
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Affiliates / subsidiaries: Intra-group sharing for consolidated services
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Advertising / marketing partners: For retargeting or ad placements (with consent)
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Third-party integrations: If you connect to social networks, third-party apps, or plugins
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Legal / regulatory / enforcement: If required by law, court order, subpoena, government authority
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Business transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales (with notice)
If data is transferred outside your jurisdiction (e.g. from EU to US), we will use appropriate safeguards (e.g. Standard Contractual Clauses, Privacy Shield equivalents, binding corporate rules) as required by law.
1.7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, enforce agreements, and as needed for legitimate business uses. After that period, we securely delete or anonymize data.
1.8. Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
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Right to access / request a copy
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Right to rectify / correct
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Right to erase / delete (“right to be forgotten”)
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Right to restrict / object to processing
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Right to portability
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Right to withdraw consent
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Right to opt out of sale / sharing (see “Do Not Sell My Information” section)
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Right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
To exercise a right, please contact us (see contact below). We will respond within the time period required by law (often 30 days).
1.9. Security & Data Protection
We implement reasonable and appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, alteration, or destruction (e.g. encryption, access controls, secure protocols). However, no method is 100% secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security.
1.10. Children & Minors
Our services are not directed to children under 16 (or where local law defines another age). We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected data from a child, we will delete it promptly.
1.11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time (e.g. if our services change or data practices evolve). We will post the new version on this page and update the “Last updated” date. If significant changes affect your rights, we will provide notice (e.g. email or prominent banner).
1.12. Contact Us
If you have questions or wish to exercise your rights, you may contact:
LPF Striking
enquiries@lpfstriking.co.uk
