Teens Unite Privacy Policy

 1. Purpose

This Privacy Policy explains how Teens Unite Fighting Cancer ("Teens Unite", "we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information obtained through our website, https://www.teensunite.org. We are committed to safeguarding the privacy of our beneficiaries, supporters, volunteers, and all individuals who interact with us.

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​​2. Scope

This policy applies to all personal data processed by Teens Unite, including data collected through our website, during events, fundraising activities, volunteering, and other interactions. It covers all individuals whose personal data we process, including beneficiaries, supporters, volunteers, trustees, and staff.

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3. Who we are

Teens Unite Fighting Cancer is a registered charity (Charity No. 1118361) and a company limited by guarantee (Company No. 6111574) in England and Wales. Our registered office is at Home Farm, White Stubbs Lane, Broxbourne, EN10 7PZ.​

 

 4. Data Protection Princples

We adhere to the principles set out in the UK GDPR, ensuring that personal data is:

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• Processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently.

• Collected for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes.

• Adequate, relevant, and limited to what is necessary.

• Accurate and kept up to date.

• Retained only for as long as necessary.

• Processed securely to maintain integrity and confidentiality.

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5. Legal Bases for Processing Personal Data

We process personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

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• Consent: When you have given clear consent for us to process your personal data for a specific purpose.

• Contractual necessity: When processing is necessary for the performance of a contract with you.

• Legal obligation: When processing is necessary to comply with a legal obligation.

• Legitimate interests: When processing is necessary for our legitimate interests or those of a third party, provided your rights and interests do not override those interests.​​​​​

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6. Information we collect

The personal data we collect may include:

• Contact information: Name, address, email, phone number.

• Demographic information: Date of birth, gender.

• Health information: Medical history or conditions (with explicit consent).

• Financial information: Bank details for donations or payments (processed securely).

• Website usage data: IP address, browser type, pages visited.

• Communication preferences: Your preferences for receiving information from us.​

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​​7. How we use your information

We use personal data to:

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• Provide support and services to beneficiaries.

• Process donations and manage fundraising activities.

• Communicate with you about our work, events, and opportunities.

• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

• Improve our website and services​

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8. Sharing your information

We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties. We may share your information with:

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• Service providers: Trusted partners who assist us in operating our website and conducting our activities.

• Regulatory bodies: When required to comply with legal obligations.

• Emergency services: If necessary to protect someone's life. All third parties are required to respect the security of your personal data and to treat it in accordance with the law.

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​​​9. International Data Transfers

We do not routinely transfer personal data outside the UK. If were to, we would ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses approved by the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).​

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​10. Data retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes we collected it for, including satisfying legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Specific retention periods are determined based on the type of data and the purpose of processing.​

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​​11. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

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• Access your personal data.

• Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Erase your personal data ("right to be forgotten").

• Restrict or object to processing.

• Data portability.

• Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent).

• Lodge a complaint with the ICO. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@teensunite.org or call 01992 440091.

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​12. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us understand how you use our website. We use:

• Essential cookies: Necessary for website functionality.

• Analytics cookies: Help us improve our website by collecting information on usage. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

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​13. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include secure servers, encryption, and access controls.

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14. External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

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 15. Social Media

We use social media platforms to communicate with our audience. Any personal data shared on these platforms is subject to the privacy policies of the respective platforms. We advise caution when sharing personal information on social media.​

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​16. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and where appropriate, notified to you by email.

 

For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer:

Email: info@teensunite.org

Phone: 01992 440091

Address: Home Farm, White Stubbs Lane, Broxbourne, EN10 7PZ

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​​This policy was approved collectively by the Board of Trustees at their meeting on 29.04.2025 and will be reviewed annually unless new legislation requires a review before such time.​

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