Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 22 May 2025
Hampshire Chinese Association (“HCA”, “we”, “us”) is committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018.
1. What Data We Collect
We may process:
- Identity Data: Name, title, date of birth
- Contact Data: Address, email, phone number
- Financial Data: Payment details (for donations)
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, cookies (see Section 3)
- Usage Data: Pages visited, resources accessed
We only collect data necessary for our charitable activities.
2. How We Use Your Data
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| Processing donations | Contractual necessity |
| Event registrations | Legitimate interest |
| Sending newsletters | Consent (opt-in required) |
| Improving our website | Legitimate interest |
3. Cookies Policy
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality (e.g., donation forms).
- Analytics Cookies: Help us improve user experience (anonymous).
You can manage cookies via browser settings, but some features may not work if disabled.
4. Data Sharing
We never sell your data. Limited sharing may occur with:
- Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)
- Event partners (with your consent)
- Legal authorities (if required by law)
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to your data (free of charge)
- Correct inaccurate information
- Withdraw consent (e.g., unsubscribe from emails)
- Request deletion (where no legal obligation exists)
Requests should be emailed to: hello@hampshirechinese.com
6. Data Security
All data is:
- Encrypted in transit (SSL certificates)
- Stored securely with access controls
- Retained only as long as necessary
7. Policy Updates
We will notify users of material changes via email or website notices.
Contact Us:
Hampshire Chinese Association
Unit 81a, Marlands Shopping Centre, Above Bar St, Southampton SO14 7FE
Email: hello@hampshirechinese.com
