Effective Date: 16 August 2025
Website: lesliescarepackages.org.uk
Owner: Leslie’s Care Packages (“we,” “us,” or “our”)
At Leslie’s Care Packages, we believe that privacy is a matter of dignity.
We’re committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about how we use it. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, and how we keep it safe.
📋 Information We Collect
💙 We may collect personal information when you interact with us, including:
• Contact details: Name, email address, phone number (if provided)
• Donation information: Amount, date, and method of donation (processed securely via third-party platforms)
• Website usage data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on site (via cookies and analytics tools)
• Messages and inquiries: Any information you voluntarily share when contacting us or submitting forms.
• We do not collect sensitive personal data unless you explicitly provide it with consent.
🎯 How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
• Respond to your messages and inquiries
• Send updates, thank-you notes, or newsletters (if you opt in)
• Process and acknowledge donations
• Improve our website and outreach efforts
• Maintain records for transparency and accountability
We will never sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
⚖️ Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on:
• Consent: When you opt in to receive communications or submit forms
• Legitimate interest: To operate and improve our website and outreach
• Legal obligations: For financial record-keeping and compliance
🤝 Sharing Your Information
We may share your data only when necessary and with trusted partners:
• Payment processors: For secure donation handling
• Email platforms: To send newsletters or updates
• Website hosting providers: To maintain site functionality
All partners are required to comply with data protection laws and safeguard your information.
🍪 Cookies and Analytics
Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience and gather anonymous usage data.
• Cookies help us understand how visitors use the site
• You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings
• We may use tools like Google Analytics to monitor traffic and improve content
📁 Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above.
• Donation records may be kept for up to 7 years for financial compliance
• Contact form submissions may be stored for up to 2 years
• You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 8)
🔒 Security Measures
We take reasonable steps to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
• Our website uses SSL encryption
• Access to data is limited to authorized personnel
• We regularly review and update our security practices
🧾 Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
• Access your personal data
• Request correction or deletion
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Object to processing
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
To exercise your rights, please contact us at [Insert Email Address].
👶 Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
If you believe we have received such data, please contact us for removal.
🔄 Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Continued use of the site implies acceptance of the updated policy.
📬 Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please reach out: admin@lesliescarepackages.org.uk