Privacy Policy

Introduction

TheHardTackle (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “TheHardTackle”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and otherwise process personal information when you visit our website (https://www.thehardtackle.com) and use our services.

Please read this policy carefully. By accessing and using TheHardTackle, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms of this Privacy Policy.

We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of our website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

Contact us via email or our contact form
Submit content or comments
Subscribe to our newsletter
Participate in surveys, contests, or promotions
Create an account (if applicable)

This information may include:

Name and email address
Contact information (phone number, mailing address)
Demographic information (preferences, interests)
Any other information you choose to provide

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your interaction with our site:

IP address – Your internet protocol address
Browser information – Type and version of browser you use
Operating system – Your device’s operating system
Pages visited – Which pages you access and the time/date of access
Referring URL – The website or link that directed you to us
Device information – Type of device, device ID, mobile carrier
Location information – General geographic location (country, city level)
Search terms – Keywords you use to find our site

This information is collected and aggregated through Google Analytics and similar analytics tools. It is processed anonymously and in aggregate form—never connected to personally identifiable information.

1.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

What are cookies? A cookie is a small file that may be placed on your computer’s hard drive when you visit our site. Cookies allow web applications to recognize you and tailor their operations to your preferences.

How we use cookies:

Analytics cookies – To analyze traffic patterns and understand which pages are most useful
Functional cookies – To remember your preferences and settings
Advertising cookies – To display relevant advertisements (via third-party networks)

You can choose to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. Please note that declining cookies may prevent you from fully utilizing certain website features.

See our Cookie Policy for detailed information about cookie management.

1.4 Third-Party Information

We may receive information about you from third parties, including:

Advertising networks and data analytics providers
Social media platforms (if you interact with our content)
Email service providers

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Service delivery – To operate and maintain our website
Communication – To respond to your inquiries and send you requested information
Email communications – To send you newsletters, articles, and promotional content (with your consent)
Analytics – To analyze website usage patterns and improve our services
Customization – To tailor website content and recommendations to your interests
Marketing research – To conduct surveys and understand user preferences (with your consent)
Advertising – To display relevant advertisements based on your interests
Legal compliance – To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
Fraud prevention – To detect and prevent fraudulent activities

3.1 Third-Party Services

We use third-party service providers to support our operations:

Google Analytics – For website analytics and traffic analysis
Email service providers – For newsletter distribution and communications
Advertising networks – For serving targeted advertisements
Hosting providers – For website infrastructure and hosting

These service providers are contractually obligated to use your information only for the purposes specified and to maintain the confidentiality of your data.

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to:

Comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes
Enforce our Terms of Service and other agreements
Protect the safety, rights, and property of TheHardTackle, our users, or the public
Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing

3.3 Business Transfers

If TheHardTackle is involved in a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, dissolution, reorganization, or similar transaction or proceeding, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide notice before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

3.4 No Sale of Information

We do not sell, distribute, or lease your personal information to third parties unless:

We have your explicit permission to do so, or
We are required by law to disclose the information

4. Data Security

We are committed to ensuring that your information is secure. We have implemented suitable physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard and protect the information we collect online, including:

Secure encryption protocols (HTTPS)
Password protection for user accounts
Regular security audits and assessments
Access controls and authentication measures

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You provide information at your own risk, and you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account credentials.

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Access and Correction

You have the right to:

Request access to personal information we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal limitations)

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected] with a detailed request.

5.2 Marketing Communications

You may opt out of promotional emails and marketing communications by:

Clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email we send
Updating your preferences on your account (if applicable)
Contacting us at [email protected]

Please note that even if you opt out of marketing communications, we may still send you transactional emails (such as password resets or service-related notifications).

5.3 Cookie Management

You can control cookie settings through your browser. Most browsers allow you to:

Accept all cookies
Decline all cookies
Accept cookies on a selective basis
Delete cookies after each session

For more information on managing cookies, see our Cookie Policy.

5.4 GDPR and Privacy Laws

If you are located in the European Union, United Kingdom, or other jurisdiction with privacy laws similar to the GDPR, you have additional rights including:

Right to access your personal data
Right to rectification of inaccurate data
Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
Right to restrict processing
Right to data portability
Right to object to processing
Rights related to automated decision-making

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected] with your request and proof of identity. We will respond within 30 days (or as required by applicable law).

6. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to other websites of interest. However, once you leave our site via these links, we have no control over the external website. We cannot be responsible for the protection and privacy of information you provide on third-party sites, as they are not governed by this Privacy Policy.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any website before providing personal information. We are not responsible for the practices of linked websites, and linking to a site does not constitute our endorsement of that site.

7. Children’s Privacy

TheHardTackle is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will delete such information promptly.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected information about your child, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

8. International Data Transfers

Our website and services are operated from servers located in multiple jurisdictions. If you access our website from outside your country of residence, your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in countries other than your country of residence, which may have different data protection laws.

By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, which may include countries that do not have the same data protection laws as your home country.

9. Retention of Information

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Analytics data is typically retained for statistical analysis and then removed from the system.

Email addresses for newsletter subscribers are retained until you unsubscribe.

Contact information is retained for customer service and legal compliance purposes.

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to know – You can request what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
Right to delete – You can request deletion of personal information we have collected from you
Right to opt-out – You can opt out of the “sale” of your personal information (we do not sell personal information, but we do disclose it to third-party service providers)
Right to non-discrimination – We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected] with your request and sufficient information for us to verify your identity.

11. Images and Media Licensing

11.1 Image Ownership

All images displayed on TheHardTackle are the property of their respective copyright holders. We source images through:

Licensed subscriptions and media partnerships
Content syndication agreements
Creative Commons licensed images
Fair use provisions for editorial commentary

Images are used in accordance with applicable licensing terms, partnership agreements, and fair use guidelines for editorial and news commentary purposes.

11.2 Image Credits

We endeavor to provide proper attribution for images where required. If you believe an image has been used without proper credit or in violation of your rights, please contact us immediately at [email protected] with:

The specific URL where the image appears
Proof of ownership or licensing rights
Your requested action (credit, removal, or other resolution)

We will review all requests promptly and take appropriate action.

11.3 Removal Requests

If you are the rightful owner of an image and believe it has been used in violation of your rights, we will:

Review your claim within a reasonable timeframe
Remove or replace the image if your claim is valid
Provide appropriate credit if that is your preference

To submit a removal request, contact [email protected] with documentation of your ownership.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 30 days.

13. Disclaimer

TheHardTackle is independently operated. Our website is in no way connected, affiliated, or endorsed by any football club, league, or professional organization mentioned in our content. The views and opinions expressed on our platform are those of our authors and contributors and do not represent the official views of any football club, national team, players, or organizations.

We are an independent football content publishing website with articles and analysis voluntarily submitted by our writers and editorial team.

14. Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by:

Updating the “Last updated” date at the top of this page
Posting the updated policy on our website
Sending you an email notification (if contact information is available)

Your continued use of our website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes. If you do not agree with the updated Privacy Policy, please discontinue use of our website.

For a detailed explanation of our cookie practices, please visit our Cookie Policy.

Last reviewed and updated: November 30, 2025