Privacy and Cookie Policy
Last Updated: [Insert Date]
SAR Group (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we handle your personal information. This Privacy and Cookie Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data when you visit our website (https://sar-group.org.uk/).
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: When you contact us via forms, subscribe to newsletters, or engage with our services, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you provide.
- Non-Personal Information: This includes data such as IP addresses, browser type, referring pages, and other technical details that help us improve our website.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to enhance your experience and gather insights into how our website is used.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To respond to enquiries and provide customer support.
- To improve and personalise user experience.
- To analyse website traffic and improve our services.
- To comply with legal obligations and protect our website from fraudulent activities.
3. Google Analytics
Our website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Google Analytics helps us understand how visitors engage with our website by collecting data such as:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page.
- Source of website traffic.
- User interactions with the website.
Google Analytics uses cookies to gather this data. The information generated is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
4. Cookies and How We Use Them
Cookies are small files stored on your device that help improve website functionality. We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for website operation.
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the website.
- Functionality Cookies: Remember user preferences to enhance experience.
- Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
5. Data Sharing and Security
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share data with trusted service providers who assist in website operation and analytics. We implement security measures to protect your data from unauthorised access.
6. Your Rights
Under data protection laws, you have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete your personal data.
- Object to data processing or request restriction.
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
8. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this policy, please contact us at:
Scottish Autism Research Group
Division of Psychology
School of Education & Social Science
University of the West of Scotland
High Street
Paisley
PA1 2BE