Privacy Policy

At RISE Forth Valley, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or interact with our services. By using our website or services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect different types of information from users, including:

  • Personal Identification Information: When you sign up for newsletters, donate, or register for events, we may collect personal details such as your name, email address, phone number, and postal address.

  • Non-Personal Identification Information: We also collect non-personal information, such as your browser type, operating system, IP address, and browsing history, to help improve the user experience on our website.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect in the following ways:

  • To process donations, event registrations, or other transactions.

  • To improve the content, functionality, and services on our website.

  • To communicate with you about updates, events, and initiatives related to RISE Forth Valley.

  • To send marketing communications, including newsletters, that may interest you. You can opt out at any time.

  • To comply with legal requirements, such as record-keeping and reporting.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. This includes the use of secure servers, encryption, and other technical measures to protect against unauthorized access to your data.

However, no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information. By using our services, you acknowledge this limitation.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal data to third parties for their marketing purposes. However, we may share your information with trusted partners to assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or servicing you, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential.

We may also disclose your information when required by law, such as in response to a subpoena, court order, or legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of RISE Forth Valley, our users, or others.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyse trends, and track website activity. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device.

You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but please note that some features of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These external sites have their own privacy policies, which may differ from ours. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

7. Your Rights Regarding Your Data

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

  • Correction: Request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.

  • Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal obligations.

  • Opt-Out: Opt-out of receiving marketing communications at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under this age. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information as soon as possible.

9. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will post the revised policy on this page and update the effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

RISE Forth Valley
Email: info@risefv.org