Safeguarding Policy
Cookie & Data Privacy Policy
RiseupUK respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, and store data on our website, including the use of cookies and other tracking technologies.
1. Information We Collect
When you visit our website, we may collect the following types of information:
Personal information you provide voluntarily, such as your name, email address, or contact details when you fill out forms or subscribe to newsletters.
Non-personal information automatically collected, including IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and referral website.
2. Use of Information
We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To provide and improve our website and services.
To communicate with you about updates, events, or services if you’ve opted in.
To analyze website traffic and trends to enhance user experience.
To comply with legal obligations.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.
Types of cookies we use:
Essential cookies: Required for website functionality and cannot be disabled.
Performance cookies: Collect information about website usage to improve performance.
Functional cookies: Allow enhanced functionality, such as remembering your preferences.
Third-party cookies: May be used by services integrated into our website (e.g., analytics platforms like Squarespace Analytics or social media embeds).
Managing cookies:
Most browsers allow you to manage or block cookies. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or trade your personal data. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
With trusted third-party service providers that help operate our website or provide services (e.g., hosting, analytics).
To comply with legal obligations or protect our rights and safety.
In the event of a business transaction (e.g., merger or sale of assets).
5. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you.
Request correction or deletion of your data.
Object to processing or withdraw consent where applicable.
Request data portability.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [insert].
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. RiseupUK is not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
8. Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system can be completely secure.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Please review this policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy or how we handle your data, contact us