Privacy Policy
Welcome to Small Steps to Big Ideas CIC (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your personal information is handled securely and responsibly. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and share information through our website Buzzington.co.uk (“the Site”).
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
a. We may collect personal information directly from you when you:
b. Register or create an account.
c. Subscribe to our newsletter.
d. Contact us via forms, email, or other communication methods.
e. Make a donation or purchase.
Examples of personal information include:
a. Name
b. Email address
c. Phone number
d. Payment details (handled securely by third-party payment processors)
1.2 Non-Personal Information
We may automatically collect non-personal data when you interact with our Site. This includes:
a. IP address
b. Browser type
c. Device information
d. Pages visited
e. Time spent on the Site
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
a. Provide and personalise our services.
b. Process payments and donations securely.
c. Respond to your inquiries and support requests.
d. Improve our Site’s functionality and user experience.
e. Send updates, newsletters, and promotional content (with your consent).
f. Comply with legal obligations.
3. Sharing Your Information
a. We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with:
b. Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with payment processing, hosting, and analytics.
c. Legal Authorities: When required to comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests.
d. Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the relevant parties.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies help us:
a. Remember your preferences.
b. Analyse Site usage.
c. Provide relevant content and advertisements.
d. You can control cookie settings through your browser. Disabling cookies may affect your Site experience.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymise it.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
a. Access the personal information we hold about you.
b. Request corrections or updates to your data.
c. Withdraw consent for marketing communications.
d. Request deletion of your personal information.
e. Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.
f. To exercise your rights, contact us at jbskohli@veenpool.io.
7. Security Measures
We implement robust security measures to protect your information, including encryption, firewalls, and secure data storage. However, no method of transmission or storage is entirely secure. We encourage you to protect your login credentials and report any suspected breaches to us immediately.
8. Third-Party Links
Our Site may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.
9. Children’s Privacy
9.1. Buzzington.co.uk is designed to eventually serve as a platform for children. However, in its current state, the Site is intended for use by adults, specifically for fundraising purposes. We take children’s privacy very seriously.
9.2. Sponsor Gateway: The sponsor gateway and any fundraising tools on the Site are strictly for use by adults and are not intended for children.
9.3. Data Collection: We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 16. Any data provided through our sponsor gateway or other sections of the Site must be submitted by an adult.
9.4. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child, we will take immediate steps to delete it. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided us with personal information are encouraged to contact us so we can address the matter promptly.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the “Effective Date” updated. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at:
Small Steps to Big Ideas CIC (SSTBI)
Studio 15 Canal Warehouse, Leicester Row, Coventry, United Kingdom, CV1 4LH
Email: jbskohli@veenpool.io
12. Data Protection
Registration reference: ZB831160
Small Steps to Big Ideas CIC
Leicester Row
Coventry
CV1 4LH
Date registered: 12 December 2024
Registration expires: 11 December 2025
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at:
Small Steps to Big Ideas CICStudio 15 Canal Warehouse, Leicester Row, Coventry, United Kingdom, CV1 4LH, Small Steps to Big Ideas CIC (SSTBI)Email: jbskohli@veenpool.io.
