Our Privacy Policy

Last updated: 08/06/2024

At Skye Beach Cleans (“we”, “our”, “us”), your privacy is important to us. We are a Scottish environmental charity dedicated to protecting our coastlines through community beach cleans, education and advocacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, support our cause, or participate in our activities.

We are committed to handling your data safely, legally, and transparently, in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

Skye Beach Cleans
Registered Charity in Scotland: SCIO No. SC054213
Registered Office: c/o 11 Ullinish, Struan, Isle of Skye, IV56 8FD

You can contact us at:
Email: mailto:info@skyebeachcleans.co.uk
Website: https://skyebeachcleans.co.uk (this website).

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

a. Information You Provide Voluntarily

  • Your name, email address and contact details (e.g. when signing up for a beach clean or newsletter)

  • Donation details (amount, payment method – we do not store full card details)

  • Volunteer registration information

  • Communications and feedback you send to us

b. Information We Collect Automatically

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Website usage statistics (via cookies or similar technologies – see section 7)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

  • Organise and manage beach cleaning and other events

  • Send you updates, newsletters, or fundraising appeals (only if you’ve opted in)

  • Process donations and Gift Aid claims

  • Maintain volunteer and supporter records

  • Improve our website and communications

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent – for sending marketing emails or newsletters

  • Legitimate interests – e.g. event coordination or internal reporting

  • Legal obligation – e.g. for Gift Aid claims or safeguarding

  • Contract – if you sign up as a volunteer or donor

5. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data with trusted third parties, such as:

  • Email and newsletter service providers (e.g. Mailchimp)

  • Payment processors (e.g. Stripe, PayPal)

  • HMRC (for Gift Aid purposes)

  • Our IT and website support providers

All third parties are required to handle your data in compliance with UK data protection laws.

6. How We Store and Protect Your Data

Your data is securely stored on encrypted systems and access is restricted to trained personnel. We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected or as required by law.

7. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website uses cookies to improve your experience and analyse traffic.

  • Essential cookies – for website functionality

  • Analytical cookies – e.g. Google Analytics to track usage

  • You can manage cookie settings through your browser or our cookie banner when you first visit the site.

8. Your Rights

Under data protection laws, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Object to or restrict our processing

  • Withdraw your consent at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): www.ico.org.uk

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: info@skyebeachcleans.co.uk

9. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 without parental consent. If we become aware that we’ve collected such data, we will delete it promptly.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

If you have any questions about this policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at info@skyebeachcleans.co.uk.