Overview
NorthPort Historical Fencing Academy ("NHFA", "we", "us") operates the website at this domain. This policy describes what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights with respect to it. We take a simple approach: we collect as little as possible, we don't sell or share your data, and we're transparent about what we do.
Information We Collect
Contact Form Submissions
When you use our contact form, we collect your name, email address, and the content of your message. This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry. We do not add you to any mailing list without your explicit consent.
Membership Information
When you join as a member, we collect contact information, emergency contact information, and any relevant health information required for safe participation in physical training. This information is stored securely and is not shared with third parties except as required by law or in a genuine emergency.
Website Analytics
This website may use basic server-side analytics (access logs) to understand traffic patterns. We do not use third-party tracking services, advertising networks, or behavioral analytics tools. No cookies are set for tracking purposes.
How We Use Your Information
- To respond to contact form submissions and membership inquiries
- To communicate with current members about schedule changes, events, and club news
- To maintain safety records for active members
- To comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We may share information with:
- The HEMA Alliance, as required for membership registration
- Emergency services or contacts, in a genuine safety emergency
- Legal authorities, if required by law
Data Retention
Contact form submissions are retained for as long as needed to respond to your inquiry and for a reasonable period thereafter. Member records are retained for the duration of membership and for a period afterward as required for administrative and legal purposes.
Your Rights
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you, to request corrections, and to request deletion of your data where we are not legally required to retain it. To make any of these requests, contact us at info@nhfa.org.
Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information. This website is served over HTTPS. Member records are stored securely with restricted access.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the site following any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
Questions about this policy can be directed to info@nhfa.org.