Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Sri Swarna Dhurgai Amman Temple (“we”, “our”, “us”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our website Visit Website.

This temple is administered by KENT THANET TAMIL ASSOCIATION (Company Number: 09991043).

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data:

• Name and contact details (such as email address and phone number)
• Donation details and transaction information
• Information submitted through contact forms
• Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and website usage

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process donations and provide receipts
• Respond to enquiries or requests
• Improve our website and services
• Manage temple activities, events, and communications
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

• Your consent
• Performance of a service (e.g., handling donations)
• Legal obligations
• Legitimate interests (such as improving our services)

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information with:

• Payment service providers (for secure transactions)
• IT and website service providers
• Legal or regulatory authorities when required

5. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal requirements.

7. Your Rights

Under UK data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to processing
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, please contact us.

8. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience and analyse website traffic. You can control cookie settings through your browser.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Sri Swarna Dhurgai Amman Temple
Administered by KENT THANET TAMIL ASSOCIATION
Email: contact@sriswarnadhurgaiamman.uk
Phone: 018 4383 8960