Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 23rd January 2025

At Derry Meet Ups, we are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in compliance with UK and European privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Who We Are

Derry Meet Ups is a community-based organization aimed at fostering connections and providing engaging events for our members. For any questions about this policy, please contact us:

Email: hello@derrymeetups.com

What Information We Collect

We collect and process the following personal information:

• Mailing List: Your email address when you sign up for our newsletter.

• Event Registration and Ticket Purchase: Your full name, email address, and physical address for registration purposes.

• Payment Information: We do not directly store or process debit, credit card, or bank details. Payments are securely handled by third-party processors integrated with Squarespace.

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

1. Mailing List: To send newsletters, updates, and information about upcoming events.

2. Event Management: To register attendees, confirm bookings, and provide event-related updates.

3. Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries and resolve any issues.

We will never sell or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

How Squarespace Handles Your Data

Our website is built on Squarespace, which may store and process your data. While we use their services, we do not have full control over how they manage their systems. Please refer to Squarespace’s Privacy Policy for further details on their data processing practices.

Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

1. Access: Request a copy of the information we hold about you.

2. Correction: Update or correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.

3. Erasure: Request that we delete your data, where applicable.

4. Restriction: Limit the way we process your data.

5. Objection: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.

6. Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used format.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided above.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law.

Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data. However, no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee the security of your information.

Cookies

Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.

Complaints

If you believe your data has been mishandled, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):

Website: https://ico.org.uk

By using our website or services, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our services.

Contact Us

For any questions or concerns, please reach out to us at: hello@derrymeetups.com