Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 13th June 2025

1. Introduction

CollectSports.cards (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our sports card collecting platform.

This policy complies with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Data Controller

We are the data controller for the personal data we collect. Our contact details are:

Company Name: Wiz Media Ltd
Address: Scorpio House, Linford Wood Business Park, Milton Keynes, MK14 6LY
Email: [email protected]

3. What Personal Data We Collect

3.1 Information You Provide Directly

Account Information: Name, email address, username, password
Contact Information: When you contact us via email or contact forms
User Contributions: Any information you submit, such as pull reports or card information
Communication Data: Records of correspondence with us

3.2 Information We Collect Automatically

Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns, referral sources
Cookies and Tracking: See Section 8 for detailed cookie information

3.3 Information from Third Parties

Grading Company Data: Publicly available population reports from grading companies
Social Media Data: Publicly available information about card pulls from social platforms
Selling Platform Data: Publicly available break results, sales and pull information

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

Consent: Where you have given clear consent for specific processing activities
Contract: To provide our services and fulfill our obligations to you
Legitimate Interests: To improve our services, prevent fraud, and conduct business operations
Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

5. How We Use Your Personal Data

5.1 Service Provision

Provide access to our platform and features
Maintain and update card tracking databases
Respond to your inquiries and support requests
Send service-related communications

5.2 Platform Improvement

Analyze usage patterns to improve functionality
Develop new features and services
Conduct research and analytics
Ensure platform security and prevent abuse

5.3 Communication

Send important updates about our services
Respond to your questions and feedback
Provide customer support

5.4 Legal Compliance

Comply with applicable laws and regulations
Protect our rights and interests
Prevent fraud and abuse

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

6.1 We Do Not Sell Personal Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.

6.2 Service Providers

We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

Website hosting and maintenance
Analytics and performance monitoring
Email communications
Customer support services

6.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose personal data when required by law or to:

Comply with legal obligations
Protect our rights and property
Ensure user safety
Respond to lawful requests from authorities

6.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, personal data may be transferred as part of the transaction.

7. International Data Transfers

If we transfer your personal data outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place through:

Adequacy decisions by the UK government
Standard contractual clauses approved by the Information Commissioner’s Office
Other appropriate safeguards under UK GDPR

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

8.1 What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us provide and improve our services.

8.2 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic website functionality
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use our platform
Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
Performance Cookies: Monitor and improve website performance

8.3 Cookie Consent

We obtain your consent for non-essential cookies. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent tool.

8.4 Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services like Google Analytics that set their own cookies. Please refer to their privacy policies for details.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:

Account Data: Until account deletion or 3 years of inactivity
Usage Data: Up to 2 years for analytics purposes
Communication Records: Up to 3 years for customer service purposes
Legal Obligations: As required by applicable laws

10. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

10.1 Right of Access

Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

10.2 Right to Rectification

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

10.3 Right to Erasure

Request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances.

10.4 Right to Restrict Processing

Request limitation of how we process your personal data.

10.5 Right to Data Portability

Request transfer of your data to another service provider.

10.6 Right to Object

Object to processing of your personal data for direct marketing or legitimate interests.

10.7 Rights Related to Automated Decision Making

Protection against decisions based solely on automated processing.

10.8 Right to Withdraw Consent

Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.

11. How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of your rights, contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Post: Wiz Media Ltd, Scorpio House, Linford Wood Business Park, Milton Keynes, MK14 6LY

We will respond to your request within one month, though this may be extended in complex cases.

12. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:

Encryption of sensitive data
Secure server infrastructure
Access controls and authentication
Regular security assessments
Staff training on data protection

13. Children’s Privacy

Our platform is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the data immediately.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:

Posting the updated policy on our website
Sending email notifications to registered users
Displaying prominent notices on our platform

15. Contact Information

15.1 General Inquiries

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices:

15.2 Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):

Website: ico.org.uk
Phone: 0303 123 1113
Address: Information Commissioner’s Office, Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 5AF

16. Consent

By using our platform, you consent to the collection and use of your personal data as described in this Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us or adjusting your account settings.

This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date stated above and will remain in effect except with respect to any changes in its provisions in the future, which will be in effect immediately after being posted on this page.