Privacy Policy
Last Updated: [19/02/2024]
The Shade Trust is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal data when you interact with us, make donations, or use our services. It also describes your rights regarding your personal data and how you can contact us with any privacy concerns.
Organisation Details
Charity Name: The Shade Trust
Registered Address: 74 Darley Street, Leicester, LE2 0GA
Contact: 07735 599968
Email: info@theshadetrust.org
The Purpose of Processing Personal Data
We collect personal data for specific reasons, including processing donations, claiming gift aid, sending updates on the impact of your donations, and informing you about new projects that need your support.
Lawful Basis for Processing
We process your personal data on the basis of consent, contractual necessity, and legal obligations. This includes processing for donation transactions, communication about our work, and compliance with applicable laws.
Types of Personal Data Collected
We collect the following types of personal data:
Contact details (name, address, email, telephone number)
Gender and age
Financial information (bank details, card details)
Data Collection Methods
Personal data is collected via:
Online forms
Telephone
Text messages
Email communications
Data Use
Personal data is used exclusively to process donations and communicate with you regarding our projects and the impact of your contributions.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We share your data with third-party service providers such as Stripe and PayPal for payment processing. Additionally, data may be shared under the following circumstances:
With service providers for operational purposes
To comply with legal obligations
To protect the rights and safety of our organization and others
With your consent
In the form of anonymized or aggregated data
International Data Transfers
We transfer data outside the UK to our team in India for the purpose of managing donations and allocating them to designated projects. Adequate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with UK data protection laws.
Data Subject Rights
Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to access, rectify, erase, and restrict the processing of your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us via email.
Data Security Measures
We implement strict access controls and other security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access and misuse.
Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyse site usage. You have the option to manage your cookie preferences directly on our website.
Children’s Data
We do not directly accept donations from children. Donations from individuals under the age of 18 should be made through their parents or guardians.
Data Retention Policy
Personal data is retained for 2 years after the last donation, after which it is securely deleted unless further retention is required by law.
Policy Updates
Our Privacy Policy is reviewed and updated annually. Updates will be posted on our website and communicated to our users as necessary.
Contact Details for Privacy Concerns
For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please email us at info@theshadetrust.org.
Designated Data Protection Officer (DPO)
For further information or to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us at info@theshadetrust.org..