Privacy Policy - TASFund

Privacy Policy

Website & Social Media Privacy Policy

1.    Introduction

The Anthony Seddon Fund is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to its social media platforms and website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, handle, and store personal information received through these online platforms to support our day-to-day operations, meet our objectives, and comply with legal obligations.

We ensure that any personal data collected through our website or social media is handled in line with all relevant data protection legislation, as outlined in our IG-001 – Data Protection & Confidentiality Policy. Personal information will be collected and used fairly, stored securely, and not unlawfully disclosed to any third parties.

This policy forms part of our broader commitment to privacy, as detailed in our overarching IG-009 – Privacy Policy, and applies specifically to the websites and social media platforms owned and operated by The Anthony Seddon Fund.

 

2.   What Information Do We Collect?

We collect personal information about you when you engage with us through our website or social media platforms. This includes:

  • Using our online contact form or signing up for our mailing lists to enable us to respond to your correspondence.
  • Voluntarily completing surveys or providing feedback to help us improve our services.

All information shared with us is treated confidentially unless there is a risk of harm to yourself or others, in which case we will refer to Section 6.5 of the IG-001 – Data Protection & Confidentiality Policy.

Cookies

We also collect website usage information through cookies. Cookies are text files placed on your device that collect standard internet log data and visitor behaviour information. This data helps us monitor visitor usage of the website and compile statistical reports on website activity.

For more information, visit:

You can set your browser to refuse cookies, and the links above provide guidance on removing cookies. Please note, however, that some features of our website may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.

 

3.   Legal Basis for Processing Data

The Anthony Seddon Fund processes personal data collected through our website and social media platforms under the following legal bases, in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018:

  • Consent: We obtain your consent for activities such as subscribing to mailing lists, using cookies, and receiving marketing communications.
  • Legitimate Interest: We process data to improve our services, analyse website usage, and monitor engagement with our social media platforms. This allows us to better serve our community and tailor our services to meet individual needs.

 

4.   How Do We Use Your Information?

The Anthony Seddon Fund primarily collects and retains information relating to individuals, staff, trustees, and volunteers. Information gathered through our social media platforms and website is used to:

  • Understand the needs of individuals to provide the most appropriate services.
  • Monitor the effectiveness and visitor engagement on our website and social media platforms.
  • Guide the marketing and promotion of our activities and services.

This information allows us to improve our services and better serve our community.

 

5.  How Do We Protect Your Information?

We take the security of your personal information very seriously. To safeguard your data from unauthorised access, use, or disclosure, we have implemented robust security measures. These measures are designed to ensure that your personal information remains secure at all times.

For further details, please refer to:

 

6.   Data Retention

We retain personal data collected via our website and social media platforms only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or to comply with legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations. After this period, personal data is securely deleted or anonymised.

For more information, please refer to our IG-002 – Data Retention Guidance, which outlines the specific retention periods for various categories of data.

 

7.   Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: You have the right to ask us to correct any inaccuracies in your personal information.
  • Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information in certain circumstances.
  • Objection: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal information, including its transfer to another country.

We are committed to ensuring that your personal information is accurate and up-to-date. If you believe any information we hold is incorrect, or if you would like it removed, please contact us.

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, please reach us at office@tasfund.org.uk.

 

8.   Complaints

If you believe that The Anthony Seddon Fund has not handled your personal data in accordance with this Privacy Policy or applicable data protection laws, you have the right to make a complaint.

To raise a complaint, please contact us at office@tasfund.org.uk, and we will investigate your concerns promptly.

If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), the UK supervisory authority for data protection. You can contact the ICO at:

 

9.   Other Websites

Our website and social media platforms may contain links to external websites. This Privacy Policy applies only to the websites and social media platforms owned and operated by The Anthony Seddon Fund. When following links to other websites, we recommend that you review their respective privacy policies, as we are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external sites or social media accounts.

 

10.   Changes to Our Privacy Policy

We regularly review our Privacy Policy to ensure it remains up-to-date. Any changes or updates will be posted on this web page. This Privacy Policy was last updated on 17th September 2024.

 

11.   Review

This policy will be reviewed annually to ensure that it remains up-to-date and reflects the needs and practices of the organisation.

The policy may also be reviewed if legislation changes or if monitoring information suggests that policy or practices should be altered.