1. WEBSITE INFORMATION
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Website Owner | Dorsar |
| Website URL | https://www.dorsar.org.uk/ |
| Contact Email | [YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS] |
| Address | [YOUR FULL ADDRESS] |
| Phone | [YOUR PHONE NUMBER] |
2. PRIVACY POLICY (GDPR COMPLIANT)
2.1 Introduction
Dorsar (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit https://www.dorsar.org.uk/ in accordance with:
- The UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
- The Data Protection Act 2018
- The Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR)
Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with its terms, please discontinue use of our website.
2.2 Data Controller Information
Dorsar is the Data Controller responsible for your personal data collected via this website.
For any data-related enquiries, please contact us at:
📧 [YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS]
📍 [YOUR ADDRESS]
2.3 What Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
a) Data You Provide Directly:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Postal address
- Any information submitted through contact forms or enquiry forms
b) Data Collected Automatically:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring URLs
- Device information
c) Data from Third Parties:
- Analytics data from Google Analytics (if applicable)
- Social media interaction data (if applicable)
2.4 Legal Basis for Processing
Under the UK GDPR (Article 6), we process your personal data on the following legal grounds:
| Legal Basis | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Consent | Newsletter subscriptions, marketing communications, non-essential cookies |
| Legitimate Interests | Website analytics, fraud prevention, security monitoring |
| Contractual Necessity | Processing enquiries, providing requested services |
| Legal Obligation | Compliance with UK law and regulatory requirements |
2.5 How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
- To respond to your enquiries and provide requested information
- To improve and maintain our website functionality
- To send relevant communications (with your consent)
- To analyse website traffic and user behaviour
- To comply with legal obligations
- To detect and prevent fraud or security threats
- To personalise your experience on our website
2.6 Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to third parties. We may share your data with:
- Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist in operating our website and services (e.g., hosting providers, email platforms), bound by strict confidentiality agreements
- Analytics Providers: Such as Google Analytics, subject to their own privacy policies
- Legal Authorities: Where required by law, court order, or regulatory obligation
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
All third-party processors are required to handle your data in compliance with UK GDPR.
2.7 International Data Transfers
If your data is transferred outside the United Kingdom, we ensure adequate safeguards are in place, including:
- UK Government adequacy regulations
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the ICO
- Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs) where applicable
2.8 Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary:
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Contact form submissions | 2 years |
| Website analytics data | 26 months |
| Legal and financial records | 6 years (as required by UK law) |
| Marketing preferences | Until consent is withdrawn |
2.9 Your Rights Under UK GDPR
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to Access – Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Right to Rectification – Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Right to Erasure – Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
- Right to Restriction – Request limitation of how we process your data
- Right to Data Portability – Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Right to Object – Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing
- Right to Withdraw Consent – Withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior processing
- Rights Related to Automated Decision-Making – Not to be subject to solely automated decisions that significantly affect you
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: [YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS]
We will respond within 30 days of receiving your request, as required by UK GDPR.
2.10 Right to Lodge a Complaint
If you believe your data has been processed unlawfully, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
🏛️ Information Commissioner’s Office
Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5AF
📞 0303 123 1113
🌐 https://www.ico.org.uk
3. USE OF COOKIES
3.1 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better user experience and analyse website performance.
3.2 Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Required for website functionality | Legitimate Interests (no consent required) |
| Analytics Cookies | Track website usage and performance (e.g., Google Analytics) | Consent |
| Preference Cookies | Remember your settings and preferences | Consent |
| Marketing Cookies | Deliver relevant advertisements | Consent |
3.3 Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through:
- Your browser settings – Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies
- Our Cookie Consent Banner – Manage preferences on your first visit
- Google Analytics Opt-Out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
4. TERMS AND CONDITIONS
4.1 Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using https://www.dorsar.org.uk/, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you disagree, please discontinue use immediately.
4.2 Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the intellectual property of Dorsar and is protected under UK copyright law. Unauthorised reproduction or distribution is strictly prohibited.
4.3 Limitation of Liability
Dorsar shall not be liable for:
- Any direct, indirect, or consequential losses arising from your use of the website
- Temporary unavailability of the website due to maintenance or technical issues
- Third-party content linked from our website
4.4 Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
4.5 Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Continued use of the website following changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
5. COPYRIGHT NOTICE
© 2026 Dorsar. All Rights Reserved.
All content published on https://www.dorsar.org.uk/ is protected under the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988. No part of this website may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form without prior written permission from Dorsar.
For licensing or permissions, contact: [YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS]
6. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this GDPR Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in law or our data practices. We encourage you to review this page regularly.
Current Version: 1.0
Effective Date: April 3, 2026