Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2026

Introduction

toeandheel.com ("we", "us", or "our") operates this website and the Competition Search V2 mobile application. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our services.

Information We Collect

Competition Entry Information

When you enter a Highland Dancing competition through our online entry system, we collect:

• Dancer name, age group, and RSOBHD registration number
• Contact information (email address, phone number)
• Dance selection and entry preferences
• Payment information (processed securely through PayPal)

Competition Search V2 App

The Competition Search V2 mobile app stores event data locally on your device. We do not collect personal information through the app.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected through our online entry system to:

• Process competition entries and payments
• Provide entry data to competition organisers
• Send confirmation emails and entry receipts
• Generate reports for Highland Scrutineer software

Information Sharing

We share competition entry information with:

• Competition Organisers: We provide your entry details to the specific competition you enter
• Payment Processors: PayPal processes all payments securely according to their privacy policy

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to processing of your data
• Request data portability

Data Retention

We retain competition entry data for accounting and record-keeping purposes. Entry data is typically retained for 7 years in accordance with UK financial record-keeping requirements.

Third-Party Services

Our website and services use:

• PayPal: For payment processing
• Google Fonts: For website typography

These services have their own privacy policies and we encourage you to review them.

Children's Privacy

Our competition entry system is designed for use by parents and guardians on behalf of dancers of all ages. We do not knowingly collect information directly from children under 13 without parental consent.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us through:

• Email: Via the contact form on toeandheelgold.com
• Address: 1 Adderley Terrace, Monifieth, Angus, DD5 4DQ, Scotland

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data on the following legal bases:

• Contract Performance: Processing competition entries and payments
• Legitimate Interests: Operating our competition entry service and providing data to organisers
• Legal Obligation: Maintaining financial records as required by UK law