Privacy Policy
Welcome to calvertgreen.com, the official website of the Calvert Green Community Association (“CGCA”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. This policy outlines how we collect, use, store and protect your personal data when you use our website or engage with us.
Who We Are
Calvert Green Community Association is a residents’ organisation run by and for the local community of Calvert Green, Buckinghamshire. We operate the website calvertgreen.com to share information, promote events, and encourage community engagement.
What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
a. Information you provide to us:
• Name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Postal address (if relevant for event registrations or communications)
• Any other information you choose to provide (e.g., via contact forms)
b. Information we automatically collect:
• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on the site
This may be collected via cookies or analytics tools (see Section 5).
How We Use Your Data
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
- To respond to your enquiries or feedback
- To send you updates or newsletters (only where you have opted in)
- To manage participation in community events and activities
- To monitor and improve our website
- To comply with legal obligations
We only process your data where we have a legal basis to do so under UK GDPR, such as your consent, a legal obligation, or our legitimate interests.
Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell or rent your personal data to any third parties. We may share your data with trusted third parties who support our website or communication services (e.g., email newsletter platforms, web hosting providers), strictly for the purposes outlined above. These third parties are subject to contractual obligations to keep your data secure and process it only as instructed.
Cookies and Analytics
Our website uses cookies to:
- Enable core functionality
- Improve your browsing experience
- Analyse how our website is used (e.g., via Google Analytics)
Upon visiting our site, you will see a cookie banner giving you the option to accept or decline non-essential cookies.
You can also manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
How Long We Keep Your Data
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or to comply with legal, regulatory, or reporting requirements. When data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.
Your Rights Under UK GDPR
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request erasure of your data (right to be forgotten)
- Object to processing or request restriction of processing
- Withdraw consent at any time (where consent is the legal basis)
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to other external websites. This Privacy Policy only applies to calvertgreen.com. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other sites.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, or how we handle your data, please get in touch:
Calvert Green Community Association Email: thecgca@calvertgreen.com
