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Last updated: 01/07/2025
Slow Shopping is committed to protecting the personal information of everyone who engages with our charity through our website, www.slowshopping.org.uk. This Data Security Policy outlines how we protect, store, and manage the personal data we collect, in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
We may collect the following types of personal data via our website:
- Names
- Email addresses
- Feedback or survey responses
- Organisation name and job title (if applicable)
We collect this information in order to:
- Respond to enquiries
- Share news, updates, and reports (with consent)
- Improve our services and understand the needs of our users
We only collect the minimum data necessary and will never sell or share your information with third parties for marketing purposes.
We process personal data based on one or more of the following lawful grounds:
- Consent – where you have actively opted in to receive communications from us
- Legitimate interest – where the processing is necessary to further the aims of Slow Shopping and does not override your rights
- Legal obligation – where we are required to comply with the law
All data is:
- Stored securely in password-protected systems
- Accessed only by authorised personnel who are trained in data protection
- Regularly reviewed and updated
We use secure third-party services (such as Google Workspace or Mailchimp) that are compliant with UK GDPR to store and process data.
We retain your data only for as long as it is necessary for the purpose it was collected. Email addresses used for newsletters or updates will be kept until you unsubscribe. You can request removal of your data at any time by contacting us.
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw your consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please email info@slowshopping.org.uk.
In the event of a data breach, we will:
- Act quickly to secure data and prevent further loss
- Notify the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) where required
- Inform affected individuals, if necessary
If you have any questions or concerns about how we handle your data, please contact:Katherine VeroFounder, Slow ShoppingEmail: info@slowshopping.org.ukWebsite: www.slowshopping.org.uk
Effective Date: 01/07/2025
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We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the website to function properly. For example, they enable core features such as page navigation and secure areas.
- Functional Cookies: We may use Google Forms to collect feedback or registration details. Google Forms may place cookies to remember your preferences or session if you are signed in to a Google account.
We do not currently use cookies for advertising or extensive tracking.
Some of the tools we use, such as Google Forms, may set cookies that are outside of our control. We recommend checking Google’s Privacy & Terms (https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies) for more information.
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- See what cookies are stored
- Delete cookies
- Block third-party cookies or all cookies
Please note that disabling cookies may affect how the website functions.
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:Email: info@slowshopping.org.uk
