Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy – Sheldon’s Shooting Stars
Effective Date: 31/08/2025
Sheldon’s Shooting Stars (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share information when you visit our website, make a donation, purchase tickets, or participate in any events we organise.
By using our website or providing personal information, you agree to the terms of this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information:
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Personal identification information: name, address, email, phone number.
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Payment information: credit/debit card or bank details, processed securely through our payment providers.
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Event information: ticket selections, dietary requirements, raffle entries.
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Technical information: IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies.
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Communications: emails or messages you send us.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used for purposes including:
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Processing donations and ticket purchases.
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Sending receipts, confirmations, updates, or newsletters (if you have opted in).
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Administering events, competitions, or raffles.
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Improving our website and services.
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Complying with legal and regulatory obligations.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data with:
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Service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms, ticketing providers) to deliver our services.
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Legal or regulatory authorities if required by law.
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Volunteers and event staff when necessary to administer events.
4. Data Storage & Security
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We store your data securely on encrypted systems and limit access to authorised personnel.
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We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above or as required by law.
5. International Users
If you are visiting our website from outside the UK, including the US, please note:
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Your information may be transferred to and stored in the UK.
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We take all reasonable measures to protect your data in accordance with UK GDPR and international privacy standards.
6. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
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Access the personal data we hold about you.
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Request corrections or updates to your data.
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Request deletion of your data, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
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Withdraw consent for direct marketing at any time.
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Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data has been misused.
For users in the US, we respect similar rights under applicable US privacy regulations.
7. Cookies
We use cookies to improve your experience on our website. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though this may affect site functionality.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.
9. Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, accompanied by an updated “Effective Date.”
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Sheldon’s Shooting Stars