Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy for Youth Social ("we," "us," or "our") explains how and why we may access, collect, store, use, and/or share ("process") your personal information when you use our services ("Services"). T
Privacy Policies are really important as they are designed to tell you what will happen to data related to an individual when they visit a website.
This is the privacy policy for Destination.
What data do we collect?
The only data we collect from individuals when they sign up is an email address. This is so that we can build a direct communication channel with users and inform people about content that we believe could be beneficial and in their best interested .
All users that sign up for Destination are automatically added to a weekly email newsletter. To do this, users email addresses will be uploaded to our third-party email provider Mailchimp. Users are free to unsubscribe from this at any time by using the unsubscribe link at the bottom of the email. No other organisation has access to this information.
If you have signed up the Destination platform and you no longer wish to have an account, you can email us at destination@youthsocial.co.uk and we will remove you from the Destination database.
The Destination site is built on the Umbraco platform. You can read how they keep data safe here https://umbraco.com/trust-center/security-and-umbraco/
You can read how MailChimp keep data safe here: https://mailchimp.com/about/security/
What data do we collect/track?
We use Google Analytics to analyse how many users access the site and what pages they engage with. All the data we collect is anonymised - this means that we cannot identify who has logged in and what pages they have accessed.
We do this so that we can see what information and opportunities are popular and we can use this information to improve the site and ensure that all content is as relevant for users as possible.
Additionally, we automatically gather certain information, such as your Internet Protocol (IP) address and browser and device characteristics, when you visit our Services. This information, which does not identify you personally (like your name or contact details), may include device and usage data, such as your IP address, browser type, device characteristics, operating system, language settings, referring URLs, device name, country, location, and details about how and when you use our Services, along with other technical information. This data is primarily used to ensure the security and functionality of our Services, as well as for internal analytics and reporting.
As is common practice, we also collect information using cookies and similar technologies.
Who are we?
Destination is managed by Fourteen 19 Social CIC t/a Youth Social. It is a social enterprise committed to improving the lives of young people. As a result we only collect minimal data and we do not track individuals across the platform.
By only asking for an email address, we are able to ensure that your anonymity is maintained.
We will not use your information for any purpose other than to promote beneficial information and opportunities that we believe are in your best interest.
We don't share or sell your information to partners or third parties.
Cookies and Tracking Technology
We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies (such as pixels) to collect information when you interact with our Services. These tools help ensure security, prevent crashes, fix bugs, save your preferences, and support basic site functionality. We don't collect information that is related to you individually.
Advertising
We may offer organisations with beneficial information or opportunities to promote their products and services across Destination in either advertising banners or by supporting us to create specific pieces of content.
Under these circumstances we may share details with partners or third-parties of how many times the content has been viewed or clicked - but as we don't collect this data - no data relating to specific individuals would be shared.
What are your rights?
Fourteen 19 Social CIC is registered with the ICO (Information Commission's Office) Registration reference: ZB723980
Depending on your geographical location, applicable privacy laws may grant you certain rights regarding your personal information. If you are in the UK you have the following rights
We may transfer, store, and process your information in countries other than your own.
Our servers are located in the United Kingdom. If you access our Services from outside the UK, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed by us or third parties (as described in the section "When and With Whom Do We Share Personal Information?"), possibly in different countries.
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom, or Switzerland, please note that these other countries may not have data protection laws as comprehensive as those in your own. However, we will take all necessary steps to ensure your personal information is protected in accordance with this Privacy Notice and applicable laws.
How long will be keep your information for?
We retain your information only for as long as needed to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Notice, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
We will keep your personal information only for as long as it is necessary to achieve the purposes described in this Privacy Notice, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law (e.g., for tax or legal purposes).
Once there is no longer a legitimate business need to process your personal information, we will either delete or anonymize it. If deletion or anonymization is not feasible (for example, if stored in backup archives), we will securely store your data and prevent it from being further processed until deletion is possible.
Request to terminate your account.
Email us at destination@youthsocial.co.uk. Upon receiving a request to close your account, we will deactivate or delete it from our active databases. However, some information may be retained to prevent fraud, resolve issues, assist with investigations, enforce our legal terms, or comply with legal obligations.
Updates to the Privacy Policy
We will update this notice as necessary to stay compliant with relevant laws. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Revised" date at the bottom of this Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Notice frequently to be informed of how we are protecting your information.
Reviewing, updating and deleting the data we collect
Depending on the laws of your country, you may have the right to request access to the personal information we collect about you, understand how it has been processed, correct any inaccuracies, or request its deletion. You may also have the right to withdraw your consent for us to process your personal information. However, these rights may be limited by applicable law. To review, update, or delete your personal information, get in touch via one of the methods outlined below.
If you are unhappy with our policy...
If you have any questions or concerns, reviewing this Privacy Policy will help you understand your privacy rights and options. We are responsible for decisions regarding the processing of your personal information. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, we kindly ask that you refrain from using our Services.
Get in Touch
In order to resolve a complaint regarding the Services or to receive further information regarding use of the Services, please contact us at our trading office: Fourteen19Social t/a Youth Social, 3M Buckley Innovation Centre
The University of Huddersfield, Firth Street, Huddersfield
HD1 3BD. Alternatively you can email destination@youthsocial.co.uk.
(updated September 26, 2024)
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