Website Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for Ss. Austin & Gregory with St. Anne
Effective Date: 10th December 2024
Welcome to the website of Ss. Austin & Gregory with St. Anne, located at https://margateactholic.org. Your privacy is very important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.
Who We Are
We are the parish of Ss. Austin & Gregory with St. Anne, serving our community with faith and devotion. If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us:
- Email: admin@margatecatholic.org
- Phone: 01843 220825
- Postal Address: 38, Charlotte Place, Margate, Kent CT9 1LP
What Information We Collect
When you visit our website, we may collect the following information:
Personal Information You Provide:
- Name
- Email address
- Donation details (e.g., amount, payment method, Gift Aid preferences, address)
- Any messages or prayer requests submitted through the website
Technical Information:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Information about your visit (e.g., pages viewed, time on site)
We only collect the information we need to provide services or meet legal obligations.
How We Use Your Information
We may use your information for the following purposes:
- To process online donations and manage Gift Aid declarations
- To respond to enquiries or prayer requests submitted via the website
- To improve our website and ensure it functions as intended
- To comply with legal and financial obligations
We will never sell or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.
How Long We Keep Your Information
We keep your information only as long as necessary for the purposes described above. For example:
- Donation records: Retained for seven years to comply with financial regulations.
- Enquiries or prayer requests: Retained for up to one year, unless a longer retention is necessary for pastoral purposes.
How We Keep Your Information Secure
We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your information. This includes:
- Secure payment processing via trusted third-party providers (e.g., Stripe or PayPal)
- Encryption of sensitive data
- Regular reviews of our data protection practices
Your Rights
You have rights under data protection law, including:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erasure: Request that we delete your data (where applicable).
- Objection: Object to certain types of data processing, such as direct marketing.
- Withdrawal of Consent: If we rely on your consent, you can withdraw it at any time.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided above.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites. Please read their policies before sharing your information.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most recent version will always be available on our website, and we encourage you to review it regularly.
