Our Privacy Policy
Abbeyfield UK is committed to protecting the privacy of users of its website. This statement sets out our policy regarding the collection and use of personally identifiable information, such as name, e-mail and postal address, or other personal details, via the Abbeyfield UK website at
www.abbeyfielduk.com.
Please read this policy to understand how your personal information is collected and used. We will process any personal data you provide in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.
This statement sets out our current policy, but this may be subject to change in the future, so please re-check on occasion if you are concerned.
Information collected
1. General visitor information, such as IP (Internet Protocol) address, and statistics such as which pages are accessed and when (which is not linked to personally identifiable information). Currently this information is provided to us via our ISP (Internet Service Provider).
2. Personal information such as name, e-mail and/or postal address. Such information is collected only when you contact us using any of the e-mail links to staff members provided on the site, or the information request form. The nature of information requests, and any survey information volunteered may also be collected via this (or other forms) in the future.
Information use
The information collected is used for these purposes only:
1. To help us understand how our site is being used, in order to inform site content, and help reach our target audience.
2. To send information requested by individuals, by e-mail, post or phone.
3. Information may also be used for market research purposes, such as checking the effectiveness of our communications
We do not accept any financial dealings online, such as donations or other payments, therefore we do not collect any personal financial details through the website.
Disclosure of information to third parties
Abbeyfield UK will not disclose any of your personally identifiable information to any party outside the Abbeyfield Society, except in one of the following circumstances:
1. When we have your permission to do so
Or
2. When it is required by law.
Disclaimer
We cannot guarantee that data transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. Abbeyfield UK is committed to protecting the privacy of your information, but we cannot guarantee the security of any information you transmit to us, therefore you do so at your own risk.
Data Protection Act 1998
Abbeyfield UK is registered with the Information Commissioner under the Act, registration number Z8173272.