Detailed Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
African Solidarity (UK) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and store the following:
- Personal details you provide: name, email, phone number, address.
- Payment details (processed securely through third-party payment providers such as PayPal or Wise; we do not store full card details).
- Membership information, contribution records, and communication logs.
- Website usage data (IP address, browser type, access time).
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
- Process your membership and contributions.
- Communicate important updates, such as contribution calls or repatriation notices.
- Improve our services and maintain accurate membership records.
- Ensure transparency and accountability in financial operations.
We will never sell, rent, or trade your data to third parties.
4. Sharing Information
We only share information with:
- Trusted service providers that process payments (e.g., PayPal, Wise).
- Legal authorities if required by law.
- Next of kin or designated representatives when necessary for repatriation processes.
5. Data Retention
We retain membership and contribution data for as long as your membership remains active or as required for recordkeeping and compliance (typically 6 years).
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your data.
- Request correction or deletion.
- Withdraw consent for communications.
- File a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data rights have been violated.
7. Security Measures
We use secure HTTPS connections, encryption, and limited access controls to safeguard your data.
8. Cookies
Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience and track analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.
9. International Data Transfers
If you are outside the UK, your information may be transferred to and processed in the UK. We ensure adequate protection for all such transfers.
10. Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about your privacy, please contact us at:
Email: members@africansolidarity.net
Phone: +447445637515