Privacy Policy
Website Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 30, 2024
This Privacy Policy explains Our policies and procedures regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of Your information when You use Our Service. It also informs You of Your privacy rights and how the law protects You.
We use Your Personal Data to provide and improve the Service. By using the Service, You agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Interpretation and Definitions
Interpretation
Words with capitalised initials have meanings defined in this Privacy Policy, regardless of whether they appear in singular or plural form.
Definitions
  • Account: A unique account created for You to access Our Service.
  • Company (referred to as “We”, “Us”, or “Our” in this Agreement) refers to The Conservation Foundation, Vicarage House, 58-60 Kensington Church Street, London W8 4DB.
  • Cookies: Small files placed on Your device by a website that store details about Your browsing history.
  • Country: United Kingdom.
  • Device: Any device that can access the Service, such as a computer, mobile phone, or tablet.
  • Personal Data: Information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual.
  • Service: Refers to the Website www.conservationfoundation.co.uk.
  • Service Provider: Any natural or legal person who processes data on behalf of the Company.
  • Usage Data: Data collected automatically when using the Service (e.g., the duration of page visits).
  • You: The individual accessing or using the Service, or the company or legal entity on behalf of which such individual is accessing or using the Service.
Collecting and Using Your Personal Data
Types of Data Collected
Personal Data
We may ask You to provide certain personally identifiable information while using Our Service. This may include, but is not limited to:
  • Email address
  • First and last name
  • Phone number
  • Address (including postcode, city, etc.)
Usage Data
Usage Data is collected automatically while using Our Service. This may include information such as:
  • Your Device’s IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages You visit, time spent, and date of access
  • Unique device identifiers and diagnostic data.
Tracking Technologies and Cookies
We use Cookies and similar tracking technologies (such as web beacons and scripts) to monitor activity on Our Service and store certain information. Cookies can be “Persistent” (stored even when offline) or “Session” (deleted once You close the browser). You can manage Your Cookie preferences at any time, but some parts of Our Service may not function properly if Cookies are disabled.
Types of Cookies used:
  • Necessary Cookies: Essential for using the website (Session Cookies).
  • Cookies Policy Acceptance Cookies: Track whether You have accepted the use of cookies (Persistent Cookies).
  • Functionality Cookies: Remember Your preferences, such as language settings or login details (Persistent Cookies).
Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data
We process Personal Data on the following legal grounds:
  • Consent: Where You have given clear consent for Us to process Your data (e.g., subscribing to newsletters).
  • Contractual Necessity: Processing is necessary to fulfil a contract You have with Us (e.g., to manage Your Account).
  • Legal Obligation: Where processing is necessary for compliance with the law.
  • Legitimate Interests: For purposes such as improving the Service, provided this does not infringe Your rights.
Your Data Protection Rights
Under UK GDPR, You have the following rights:
  1. Right to Access: You can request a copy of Your Personal Data that We hold.
  2. Right to Rectification: You can ask Us to correct any incomplete or inaccurate information.
  3. Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of Your Personal Data in certain circumstances.
  4. Right to Restrict Processing: You can ask Us to limit the processing of Your Personal Data under certain conditions.
  5. Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request Your Personal Data in a structured, commonly used format.
  6. Right to Object: You can object to the processing of Your Personal Data if it is based on Our legitimate interests or direct marketing.
  7. Right Not to Be Subject to Automated Decision-Making: You can request not to be subject to decisions based solely on automated processing.
You may exercise any of these rights by contacting Us at info@conservationfoundation.co.uk. We will respond to Your request within one month.
Use of Your Personal Data
We use Your Personal Data for the following purposes:
  • To provide and maintain the Service: Including monitoring usage and improving functionality.
  • To manage Your Account: For user authentication and account management.
  • For contractual purposes: Fulfilling agreements for products or services.
  • To contact You: Including via email, phone, SMS, or app notifications.
  • For marketing: To send You offers about services similar to those You’ve purchased or enquired about, unless You opt out.
  • For legal and business transfers: If necessary, to comply with legal requirements or in the event of business restructuring.
  • For analysis and improvement: To understand usage trends and improve Our services.
Data Retention
We will retain Your Personal Data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. We will retain Usage Data for a shorter period unless it is used to improve the Service or ensure security.
Transfer of Your Personal Data
Your Personal Data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the UK. In such cases, We will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) to protect Your data.
Disclosure of Your Personal Data
We may disclose Your Personal Data in the following circumstances:
  • Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable law or respond to valid legal requests.
  • Business Transactions: If the Company undergoes a merger, acquisition, or asset sale.
  • With Service Providers: To help provide, analyse, or improve Our Service.
  • With Your Consent: If We have Your permission for a specific purpose.
Security of Your Personal Data
We implement reasonable security measures to protect Your Personal Data, but no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While We strive to use industry-standard methods, We cannot guarantee the absolute security of Your data.
Children’s Privacy
Our Service is not intended for anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children. If You are aware that Your child has provided Us with Personal Data, please contact Us. We will take steps to delete such data if collected without parental consent.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page and, where appropriate, notified to You by email. Please review this page periodically for updates.
Contact Us
If You have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or wish to exercise Your rights under UK GDPR, please contact Us at:
Email: info@conservationfoundation.co.uk
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if You believe Your data rights have been violated.