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Privacy Policy

At Gathering Point, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our website visitors and customers. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our website. By using the Gathering Point website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information to provide you with services, improve your experience on our website, and communicate with you. The types of information we collect include:

  • Personal Information: This may include your name, email address, phone number, billing and payment details, and any other information you provide when booking an event or contacting us.

  • Website Usage Data: We may collect information on how you use our website, including your IP address, browser type, device information, and browsing history. This information helps us improve the performance of our site.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect may be used in the following ways:

  • To process bookings and payments for events at Gathering Point.

  • To communicate with you regarding your event, respond to inquiries, or send you important updates.

  • To improve our website and services, including analyzing website traffic, usage patterns, and user feedback.

  • For marketing purposes, if you have opted to receive promotional materials or newsletters. You may unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by following the instructions provided in the emails.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate measures to protect it from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes:

  • Encryption: All sensitive data, such as payment information, is encrypted and transmitted securely.

  • Access Control: Personal information is accessible only to authorized personnel who need it for specific business operations.

  • Regular Security Audits: We regularly review and update our security measures to ensure that your information is protected.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With Preferred Vendors: If you choose to work with one of our preferred vendors for your event, we may share your contact information with them to facilitate the planning process. These vendors operate independently, and you should review their privacy policies as well.

  • With Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing payments, or providing other business-related services. These service providers are required to protect your information and only use it for the purposes we specify.

  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid request from a law enforcement authority or public agency.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Gathering Point uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and improve the functionality of our site.

  • Types of Cookies: We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on your device until they are deleted).

  • Cookie Usage: Cookies help us analyze website traffic, personalize content, and remember your preferences for future visits. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect the functionality of certain features on our website.

6. Your Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Access and Correction: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you and ask us to correct any inaccuracies.

  • Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal or contractual obligations.

  • Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in our emails.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at gathering.point@stwlawton.org.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These websites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their content or practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware 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. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your personal information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

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