Privacy Policy

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GDPR Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679. This policy applies to all individuals who interact with our services.

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is Bradworthy Parish Church. For any questions regarding this policy, you can contact us at rector@bradworthybenefice.org

3. Personal Data We Collect

When you make a donation through our platform, the only personal data we collect is your name. This information is provided to us by our third-party payment processor solely for the purpose of acknowledging your donation.

4. How We Use Your Personal Data

The personal data we collect is used exclusively for the following purposes:

• To acknowledge and confirm receipt of your donation.
• To maintain records of donations as required by applicable law.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data on the following legal basis:

• Consent: By making a donation, you consent to the      processing of your personal data as described in this policy.
• Legitimate Interest: We      have a legitimate interest in processing your name to ensure proper      record-keeping and compliance with legal obligations.

6. Data Sharing

We do not share your personal data with any third parties, except as required by law or to fulfil our legal obligations. The third-party payment processor handles your payment details independently, and we do not have access to any payment information beyond your name.

7. Data Retention

We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. After this period, your data will be securely deleted.

8. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right of Access: You      have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: You      have the right to request the correction of any inaccurate or incomplete      data.
• Right to Erasure: You      can request the deletion of your personal data when it is no longer      necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.
• Right to Restriction of Processing: You have the right to request that we limit the processing of your      personal data under certain circumstances.
• Right to Object: You      can object to the processing of your personal data based on legitimate      interests.
• Right to Data Portability: You      can request that we provide your personal data in a structured, commonly      used, and machine-readable format for transfer to another data controller.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [contact information]. We will respond to your request within one month, as required by law.

9. Data Security

We take appropriate measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes the use of secure technologies and processes.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on our website, and we will notify you of significant changes where required.

11. Complaints

If you have any concerns about our handling of your personal data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority, such as the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) in the UK.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data processing practices, please contact us at:

Revd Mark James
rector@bradworthybenefice.org
01409251015

Thank you for trusting us with your personal data. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your data is handled with care and respect.