Privacy Policy
Who we are
The RecShop CIC is a multi-purpose music space with community at its core. We provide opportunities for young and emerging artists through studio sessions, workshops, programmes, events, and creative development opportunities.
Our website address is: https://therecshop.co.uk
For the purposes of applicable data protection laws, The RecShop CIC is the organisation responsible for your personal data.
What personal data we collect and why we collect it
We may collect and process personal information when you use our website, register for our services, make a booking, participate in our programmes, contact us, or otherwise interact with us.
The types of information we collect may include:
- your name and contact details;
- email address and telephone number;
- account details where you register on our website;
- booking information and service history;
- information provided when applying for our Youth Programme or other opportunities;
- parent/guardian contact details where required;
- emergency contact information where necessary for participation in our programmes;
- any information you choose to provide when contacting us.
We collect this information to:
- provide and manage our services;
- process bookings and payments;
- communicate with you about your bookings, applications, events, and activities;
- deliver our Youth Programme and other community projects;
- maintain records and meet our legal obligations;
- improve our services and website.
Contact forms
If you contact us through a form on our website, we will collect the information you provide so that we can respond to your enquiry.
We will only use this information for the purpose for which it was provided, unless we have a legal basis to use it for another reason.
Newsletter and marketing communications
If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, we will use your contact information to send you updates about The RecShop CIC, including information about events, programmes, opportunities, workshops, and other relevant activities.
If you register for our free Youth Programme, information about newsletter subscription will be clearly explained on the registration form.
You can unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us directly.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to help provide functionality, improve performance, and understand how visitors use our website.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.
We may use cookies for purposes including:
- remembering user preferences;
- enabling website functionality;
- analysing website traffic and performance.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect how parts of the website function.
Embedded content from other websites
Our website may include embedded content from third-party websites, such as videos, images, social media content, or other resources.
Embedded content from other websites may collect information about you in the same way as if you visited that website directly. These third parties may use cookies or other tracking technologies.
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party websites you access through our website.
Analytics
We may use analytics tools to understand how visitors use our website, including information such as pages visited, general location, device type, and website interactions.
This information helps us improve our website and services. Where possible, analytics data is collected in an anonymised or aggregated form.
Who we share your data with
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share your information with trusted third parties where necessary to provide our services, including:
- booking and payment providers;
- website and hosting providers;
- email communication services;
- safeguarding or regulatory bodies where required by law;
- professional advisers where necessary.
We only share information where we have a lawful basis to do so and take reasonable steps to ensure your information is handled securely.
How long we retain your data
We keep personal information only for as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected, including meeting legal, accounting, safeguarding, or operational requirements.
The length of time we keep information depends on the type of information and why we collected it.
What rights you have over your data
Under applicable data protection laws, you have rights relating to your personal information, including:
- the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you;
- the right to request correction of inaccurate information;
- the right to request deletion of your information where appropriate;
- the right to restrict or object to certain processing;
- the right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
Where we send your data
Your information may be processed by trusted service providers that support our website, communications, bookings, or operations.
Where third-party services process your information, we take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
Your contact information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact:
The RecShop CIC
info@therecshop.co.uk
How we protect your data
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.
These measures include appropriate technical and organisational safeguards and limiting access to personal information where necessary.
What data breach procedures we have in place
If we become aware of a personal data breach, we will assess the situation and take appropriate action in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Where required, we will notify affected individuals and the relevant authorities.
What third parties we receive data from
We may receive information from third-party services connected with our website, bookings, payments, or communications.
We only process such information where there is a lawful basis to do so.
Automated decision-making and profiling
We do not currently use automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects on individuals.
Industry regulatory disclosure requirements
We may disclose personal information where required by law, including where necessary to comply with legal obligations, safeguarding responsibilities, court orders, or regulatory requirements.