PRIVACY POLICY
LAST UPDATED: SATURDAY 5 JULY 25

At Goalhanger Podcasts, we’re committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and store your personal data when you sign up for The Players Lounge, our free fantasy football club for The Rest Is Football listeners.
Who We Are
We are Goalhanger Podcasts Ltd, producers of The Rest Is Football and other shows. Our registered office is:
2.07 Canterbury court
Kennington Park Business Centre
1-3 Brixton Road
SW9 6DE
For any privacy-related questions, you can contact us at therestisfootball@goalhanger.com
What Information We Collect
When you sign up for The Players Lounge, we collect:
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Your first and last name
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Your email address
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Your Fantasy Premier League (FPL) team name (if provided)
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Any preferences or consents you choose to give (such as marketing opt-ins)
How We Use Your Data
We use your information to:
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Provide access to The Players Lounge and our FPL league
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Send important updates (e.g. league codes, prize info, reminders)
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Invite you to our private Slack community
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Share offers or insights related to FPL or our partners
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Send marketing emails, but only if you’ve opted in
Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, we use the following lawful bases to process your data:
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Contractual necessity – to deliver access to The Players Lounge and related communications
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Consent – for any marketing communications or partner content
Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell your personal data. We only share it with trusted third parties that help us deliver The Players Lounge experience, such as:
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HubSpot (for forms and email)
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Slack (for the Players Lounge community)
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Fantasy Football Hub (if you redeem a trial)
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These partners are required to comply with UK GDPR and only process your data for the agreed purposes.
How Long We Keep Your Data
We will retain your data for as long as you’re subscribed to The Players Lounge, or until you unsubscribe or request deletion. If you opt out, we’ll either remove or anonymise your data promptly.
Your Rights
Under data protection law, you have the right to:
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Access your data
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Correct inaccurate or outdated information
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Withdraw consent at any time
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Request deletion of your personal data
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Object to certain types of processing
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Lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
To exercise your rights, please email therestisfootball@goalhanger.com
How We Keep Your Data Secure
We use secure systems, encrypted platforms, and access controls to keep your data safe. Only authorised personnel can access your information.
Changes to This Policy
We may occasionally update this policy. Any changes will be published on our website with an updated date. If the changes are significant, we may notify you directly.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at therestisfootball@goalhanger.com