Privacy Policy
Last updated: 2026-05-08
Accel Athletes ("we", "us", "our") is committed to safeguarding the privacy and personal data of all individuals who engage with our services. This Privacy Policy outlines how personal data is collected, used, stored, and protected in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation ("UK GDPR") and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Definitions
"Athlete"
For the purposes of this privacy policy:
"Athlete" refers to any individual who engages with Accel Athletes for performance analysis, consultation, or training support services, whether on a one-off or ongoing basis.
This includes:
- Adult participants (18 years and over)
- Young athletes (under 18 years of age), subject to parental or guardian consent
"Performance Data"
For the purposes of this privacy policy:
"Performance Data" refers to any data generated through athletic training, match play, or testing wearing a GPS device and provided to Accel Athletes for analysis and feedback.
Performance Data may include, but is not limited to:
- GPS tracking data
- Movement metrics (e.g. distance covered, speed, accelerations, workload)
- Training and match performance outputs
- Analytical reports, observations, and insights derived from such data
Performance Data is treated as confidential performance-related information and is handled in accordance with elevated data protection standards.
1. Data Controller
The Data Controller responsible for personal data processed under this policy is:
Accel Athletes
Website: accelathletes.com
Email: contact@accelathletes.com
2. Scope of this Policy
This policy applies to personal data collected through:
- Our website
- Consultation requests and service delivery
- Performance Analysis Services
- Data uploads and communication with Accel Athletes
3. Personal Data we Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
3.1 Identity and Contact Information
- Full Name
- Email Address
- Telephone Number
- Age or Age Category (where relevant for services)
3.2 Performance and Training Data
- GPS tracking data and training metrics
- Match and session performance outputs (e.g. Total Distance and Speed)
- Analytical reports and feedback
- Consultation notes relevant to performance services
3.3 Technical Information
- Internet Protocol (IP) address
- Browser Type and Device information
- Website usage data (via cookies or analytics tools)
4. How Personal Data is collected
Personal data is collected from you when:
- Complete a contract or enquiry form
- Request or engage in a consultation
- Upload performance or training data
- Communicate with us via email
- Use or browse our website
5. Purpose of Processing
Personal data is processed for the following purposes:
- To deliver performance analysis and support services
- To communicate with clients regarding services and feedback
- To provide personalised, data-driven insights
- To improve our services and website functionality
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
Accel Athletes does not sell or rent personal data to third parties
6. Lawful Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, we process personal data on the following lawful bases:
- Consent : where explicit consent has been provided
- Contractual necessity : to deliver agreed services
- Legitimate interests : for service improvement and operational efficiency
- Legal obligation : where processing is required by law
7. Children, Young Athletes and Parental consent
Accel Athletes provides services to both adults and young athletes.
Where an athlete is under the age of 18, we will only process personal and performance data with the explicit consent of a parent or legal guardian.
7.1 Parental / Guardian Consent Requirements
- Consent must be provided prior to any data collection or service delivery
- Parents or guardians must have the authority to consent on behalf of the athlete
- Consent covers the collection, analysis, and secure storage of performance data
7.2 Rights of Parents and Guardians
Parents or guardians may:
- Request access to the athlete's personal data
- Request correction or deletion of data
- Withdraw consent at any time
If consent is withdrawn, we will cease processing and securely delete relevant data unless retention is required by law.
For the avoidance of doubt, Accel Athletes will not process personal or performance data relating to an athlete under the age of 18 without effective parental or legal guardian consent.
Parents and guardians of athletes under 18 must complete the Parental Consent and Athlete Waiver before any data is collected.
8. Performance and GPS Data Handling
Performance data is treated as confidential performance information.
- Access is restricted to Accel Athletes and authorised analysts
- Data is used exclusively for performance analysis and feedback
- Data is not shared without explicit consent
9. Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data, including:
- Secure, reputable cloud-based storage (One Drive)
- Access controls and role-based permissions (MFA)
- Encrypted data transfer where appropriate
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil its intended purpose or meet legal obligations
10. Your Rights Under UK GDPR
Individuals (or parents/guardians where applicable) have the right to:
- Access personal data
- Request rectification of inaccurate information
- Request erasure of personal data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Request data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
Requests may be submitted to:
11. Cookies
Our website may use cookies to enhance functionality and analyse website usage. Users may control cookie preferences via their browser settings.
12. Data Retention
Personal data is retained:
- Only for as long as required to provide services
- In line with contractual, legal, and operational requirements
Performance data may be retained for longitudinal analysis where consent has been provided.
13. Changes to this policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. The most current version will always be published on our website.
14. Contact information
For questions, concerns, or data protection requests, please contact:
Accel Athletes
Website: accelathletes.com
Email: contact@accelathletes.com