Privacy Policy

How we collect, use, and protect your information in line with UK GDPR.

Last updated: September 2025

Who We Are

Modern Empowerment (Company No. 16699232) is a UK-registered company. You can contact us at: info@modern-empowerment.co.uk.

Personal Data We Collect

  • Contact details (name, email, phone) when you get in touch or donate.
  • Donation information (amount, frequency) processed by our payment provider (Stripe).
  • Technical data (IP address, device/browser details) and analytics (e.g., Google Analytics).
  • Voluntary information you provide in forms or emails.

How We Use Your Data

  • To respond to enquiries and provide support services.
  • To process donations and send confirmations/receipts.
  • To improve our website, programs, and communications.
  • To meet legal, regulatory, and reporting obligations.

Lawful Bases

We rely on one or more of the following UK GDPR lawful bases: consent, contract, legitimate interests, and legal obligation.

Cookies & Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience and understand site usage (e.g., Google Analytics). You can control cookies through your browser settings.

Payments

Donations are processed securely by Stripe. We do not store full card details. Stripe may collect and process your payment data in accordance with their own privacy policy.

Sharing Your Data

We only share data with trusted providers (e.g., payments, analytics, hosting) where necessary and subject to appropriate safeguards. We do not sell your data.

Data Retention & Security

We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes set out above and to comply with legal requirements. We use reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data.

Your Rights (UK GDPR)

  • Access, rectify, erase, or restrict your personal data.
  • Object to processing and data portability in certain cases.
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
  • Complain to the ICO if you are unhappy with our handling.

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@modern-empowerment.co.uk.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We will post the latest version on this page with the updated date.

Effective date: September 2025