Privacy Policy – The Paddock Crew
Last updated: 21/01/2026
1. Introduction
The Paddock Crew (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates the website https://thepaddockcrew.com (the “Website”).
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data when you visit or interact with our Website, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable European privacy laws.
2. Who We Are (Data Controller)
Website owner: The Paddock Crew
Website: https://thepaddockcrew.com
Contact: info@thepaddockcrew.com
We act as the data controller for the personal data processed through this Website.
3. Personal Data We Collect
We only collect personal data that is strictly necessary.
3.1 Data You Provide Voluntarily
You may provide personal data when you:
This may include:
Name
Email address
Message content
3.2 Data Collected Automatically
When you visit the Website, we may collect:
This data is collected via cookies or similar technologies (see section 6).
4. Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data only when there is a valid legal basis under GDPR.
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|
| Website functionality | Legitimate interest |
| Website analytics | Consent |
| Responding to contact requests | Legitimate interest |
| Security and fraud prevention | Legitimate interest |
| Legal compliance | Legal obligation |
Where consent is required, you can withdraw it at any time.
5. Data Retention
We do not retain personal data longer than necessary.
Contact data: retained only as long as required to respond and follow up
Analytics data: retained according to tool configuration (anonymised where possible)
Cookie consent preferences: stored for a limited period (e.g. 6–12 months)
6. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies to ensure proper website functionality and, with your consent, to analyse website usage.
6.1 Cookie Categories
Strictly necessary cookies
Required for basic website functionality. Always enabled.
Analytics cookies
Used to understand how visitors use the Website. Loaded only after consent.
Marketing cookies (if applicable)
Used for tracking or advertising purposes. Loaded only after consent.
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time via the “Cookie settings” link on the Website.
For more information, see our [Cookie Policy] (or cookie section if combined).
7. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party service providers, such as:
Analytics providers
Hosting providers
These parties process data only on our instructions and under data processing agreements, where required.
We do not sell personal data to third parties.
8. Data Transfers Outside the EU
If personal data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:
9. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the right to:
Access your personal data
Rectify incorrect data
Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
Restrict processing
Object to processing
Data portability
Withdraw consent at any time
Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
Requests can be sent to: [insert contact email]
10. Security Measures
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against:
Unauthorised access
Loss
Misuse
Alteration
However, no system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The most recent version will always be available on this page.
If changes are material, we will take reasonable steps to inform users.
12. Contact
For questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle personal data, please contact:
The Paddock Crew
Email: info@thepaddockcrew.com
Website: https://thepaddockcrew.com
Originally published by Motorsportweek
