Privacy Policy – Bays Connect

Last updated: 18 April 2026

1. About Me

This website is operated by Nadia Asheg (Bays Connect), a freelance community champion providing support to charities, community organisations, businesses, and individuals.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact me at:
Email: nadiaasheg7@outlook.com

2. Information I Collect

I may collect and process the following personal information:

From organisations (charities, businesses, community groups):

  • Name and job title

  • Email address and phone number

  • Organisation details

  • Project or service requirements

From individuals (including volunteers or referrals):

  • Name and contact details

  • Skills, interests, and availability

  • Relevant referral or support information

Technical information:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Website usage data (e.g. pages visited)

3. How I Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Provide community support and freelance services

  • Match individuals with volunteering or support opportunities

  • Manage projects, referrals, and placements

  • Communicate updates and service-related information

  • Maintain appropriate service and safeguarding records

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Your data is processed in line with applicable UK data protection law, including UK GDPR.

I rely on the following lawful bases:

  • Consent (where you have agreed)

  • Contract (to deliver services you request)

  • Legitimate interests (to run and improve services)

5. Sensitive Information

Some services may involve handling sensitive or personal support information (for example, referral details or support needs).

Where this applies:

  • Only necessary information is collected

  • Information is kept strictly confidential

  • Appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data

6. Sharing Your Information

I do not sell or trade personal data.

Your information may be shared only when necessary, for example with:

  • Trusted partner organisations (e.g. charities, housing providers, community groups)

  • Service providers who support business operations (e.g. email or IT systems)

All third parties are expected to handle your data securely and appropriately.

7. Data Storage and Retention

Your personal data is stored securely and only kept for as long as necessary to:

  • Deliver services

  • Meet safeguarding requirements

  • Comply with legal, financial, or regulatory obligations

8. Cookies and Website Usage

This website may use cookies to:

  • Improve website performance

  • Understand how visitors use the site

  • Enhance user experience

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

9. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Request data portability (in certain cases)

To exercise your rights, contact:
nadiaasheg7@outlook.com

10. Data Security

Appropriate technical and organisational measures are in place to protect your personal data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.

11. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. The most recent version will always be available on this page.