Privacy Policy

Last updated: 1^st July 2024

1. Introduction

The Edge Ministries (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose personal data when you visit our website https://edgeministries.net (the “Site”) and your rights in relation to that data. By using our Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Data Collection

We collect the following personal data through our contact forms:

• Names
• Email addresses
• Phone numbers
• IP addresses
• Device and browser information

We also use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect data about your interaction with our Site.

3. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect personal data to:

• Contact individuals who reach out to us
• Understand how people are getting in touch with us
• Improve our services and user experience

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Our legal basis for collecting and using personal data under GDPR includes:

• Consent: You have given clear consent for us to process your personal data for specific purposes.
• Legitimate interests: The processing is necessary for our legitimate interests, such as improving our services and understanding user interactions, unless those interests are overridden by your rights.

5. Data Storage and Security

Our website is hosted on SiteGround, which provides the following security measures:

• SSL encryption to protect data during transmission
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Firewall protection and DDoS prevention
• Daily backups to prevent data loss

We adhere to strict guidelines to ensure compliance with global data protection regulations. Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. After this period, personal data is securely deleted or anonymized. We also ensure that the data is stored securely and take appropriate security measures to protect it against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

6. Data Sharing and Transfer

We do not share personal data with third parties. Data may be transferred internally via word of mouth or secured email only when necessary, such as to connect someone with the appropriate person.

7. International Data Transfers

Our website is hosted by SiteGround, which may process data in different jurisdictions. SiteGround implements safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) to ensure that personal data is protected during international transfers, in compliance with GDPR requirements.

8. User Rights

As a user, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct any inaccuracies in your data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict the processing of your data
• Withdraw consent at any time, where we are relying on consent to process your data

To exercise these rights, please contact us directly at [contact email or phone number].

9. Data Protection Officer (DPO)

We have appointed a Data Protection Officer to oversee compliance with this policy. You can contact our DPO at:

DPO Information

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our Site. These may include:

• Session cookies (to keep you logged in)
• Preference cookies (to remember your preferences)
• Security cookies (to protect your data)
• Analytics cookies (to analyse how our Site is used)

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

11. Third-Party Services

Our Site uses third-party services such as:

• WordPress
• SiteGround
• Elementor

These services may set cookies and collect data according to their respective privacy policies. We ensure that our partners comply with GDPR requirements.

12. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from children under the age of 16. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 16 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that data.

13. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most current version of the policy will be posted at the top of this page with the date of the latest update.

14. Contact Us

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

The Edge Ministries
info@edgeministries.net
01246452483
Staveley Methodist Church 
Chesterfield Road 
Staveley 
CHESTERFIELD 
Derbyshire 
S43 3XD