Privacy Policy | Mississauga United FC
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 4th, 2025
At Mississauga United FC (“we”, “our”, or “us”), we are committed to protecting the privacy of our players, parents, website visitors, and all users of our services. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website MississaugaUnited.ca or register for our programs.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:
a. Registration and Program Sign-Up:
- Parent/guardian name
- Player name and age
- Address
- Email address
- Phone number
- Emergency contact information
- Medical or allergy information (if required)
- Payment details (processed securely through a third-party provider)
b. Website Use:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent
- Cookies (see Section 6)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
- Process program registrations and payments
- Communicate with you about programs, updates, and events
- Ensure the health and safety of participants
- Provide customer service and respond to inquiries
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
3. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information with:
- Coaches and staff: To ensure proper care, communication, and safety during program activities.
- Service providers: Such as payment processors, email service providers, or web hosting companies (only to perform services on our behalf).
- Legal authorities: If required to comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests.
All third parties are required to protect your data and only use it for the services they provide to us.
4. Consent
By using our website or registering for our programs, you consent to the collection and use of your information as outlined in this Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us, subject to legal or contractual restrictions.
5. Data Retention
We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law (e.g. financial records, waivers, or health data related to minors). When your information is no longer needed, we securely destroy it.
6. Cookies & Website Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking tools to:
- Analyze traffic and site usage
- Remember your preferences
- Enhance your browsing experience
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some website functionality.
7. Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your personal information, including secure storage, password protection, and SSL encryption on our website. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Children’s Privacy
We are especially committed to protecting the privacy of children under 13.
- We collect personal information about children only from parents/guardians during registration.
- We do not knowingly collect information directly from children.
- Parents have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of their child’s information.
9. Your Rights
Under Canadian privacy law, you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you or your child
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Withdraw consent or request deletion (subject to certain limitations)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us directly.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., social media platforms, external registration tools). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date. Your continued use of our website or services means you accept the revised policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:
Mississauga United FC
Website: https://www.mississaugaunited.ca/contact
Email: saugaunitedfc@gmail.com
Phone: 437-561-6673
