Karate Lifestyle

Privacy Policy

Last updated: 28 September 2026

Who We Are

KarateLifestyle.uk is an independent karate resource and community platform. This website is operated from the United Kingdom.

What Data We Collect

We collect minimal data. If you accept analytics cookies, we use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors use the site. This includes:

  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Approximate geographic location (country/city level)
  • Device type and browser
  • Referral source

We do not collect names, email addresses, or any personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily provide it, for example by subscribing to our weekly email digest.

Cookies

On your first visit, you will see a cookie consent banner. If you click "Accept", Google Analytics cookies will be set. If you click "Reject", no analytics cookies are placed. Your preference is stored in your browser's local storage.

How We Use Your Data

Analytics data is used solely to understand site usage patterns and improve content. We do not sell, share, or transfer your data to third parties beyond the services named on this page.

Email Digest

If you subscribe to our weekly digest, we collect your email address for the sole purpose of sending you that email. Subscription is by double opt-in: you will receive a confirmation email, and nothing is sent until you confirm. Every email contains a one-click unsubscribe link, and unsubscribing removes you from future sends.

Our mailing list is held and sent by Kit (Kit.com, formerly ConvertKit), which acts as our data processor. We do not share or sell subscriber details to anyone else. The lawful basis for this processing is your consent, which you can withdraw at any time.

Your Rights (GDPR)

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access the data we hold about you
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Withdraw consent at any time (reject cookies, clear your browser's local storage, or unsubscribe from our emails)
  • Lodge a complaint with the ICO (Information Commissioner's Office)

Third-Party Services

This site uses Google Analytics 4 (provided by Google LLC), is hosted on Netlify, and sends its email digest through Kit. Each service has its own privacy policy.

Contact

For privacy-related enquiries, contact us at: privacy@karatelifestyle.uk