Privacy Policy

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Last updated: 2nd October 2025

At Shut It Down (“we”, “our”, or “us”), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website www.shutitdown.org.uk or engage with our services.

1. Who we are:

Shut It Down is registered in the United Kingdom as Company No. 16224686. We are the “data controller” of the personal data you provide to us.

If you have questions about this policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:

Email: info@shutitdown.org.uk 

Website: www.shutitdown.org.uk

2. What information we collect: 

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

• Information you provide directly (e.g., when signing up for      newsletters, filling out forms, making enquiries, or purchasing services).      This may include your name, email address, phone number, postal address,      and payment details (if applicable). 
• Technical data such as your IP address,      browser type, operating system, and browsing behaviour (collected via      cookies and analytics tools). 
• Communication data including your correspondence      with us (emails, messages, or forms submitted via the site). 

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data only when we have a lawful basis under UK GDPR, including:

• To provide and improve our      services. 
• To respond to your enquiries and      communicate with you. 
• To process payments or donations      (if applicable). 
• To send you updates,      newsletters, or marketing (only if you have consented). 
• To analyse website performance      and improve user experience. 
• To comply with legal or      regulatory obligations. 

4. Legal Bases for Processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent (when you have given clear      consent, e.g., for email marketing). 
• Contract (when processing is necessary      to provide a service you requested). 
• Legal obligation (when required by law). 
• Legitimate interests (to operate and improve our      services, provided these do not override your rights). 

5. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell your data. We may share your data with:

• Trusted service providers (e.g.,      payment processors, IT support, email providers). 
• Regulators or authorities when      legally required. 

All third parties are required to respect your privacy and safeguard your data.

6. Data Retention

We will keep your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or to comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

7. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:

• The right to access the data we      hold about you. 
• The right to request correction      of inaccurate data. 
• The right to request erasure      (“the right to be forgotten”). 
• The right to restrict      processing. 
• The right to data portability. 
• The right to object to certain      processing (e.g., direct marketing). 
• The right to withdraw consent at      any time (if processing is based on consent). 

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@shutitdown.org.uk.

8. Cookies

We use cookies to improve your browsing experience, analyse website traffic, and tailor content. For full details, see our Cookie Policy below.

9. Security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites and encourage you to review their policies.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “last updated” date.

Cookie Policy for Shut It Down

Last updated: 2nd October 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Shut It Down (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on www.shutitdown.org.uk.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide information to site owners.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

• Strictly Necessary Cookies – Essential for the website to      function (e.g., security, page navigation). 
• Performance & Analytics      Cookies – Help      us understand how visitors use our website (e.g., Google Analytics). 
• Functional Cookies – Allow the website to remember      your preferences (e.g., language, region). 
• Advertising/Targeting Cookies – Used to deliver relevant      advertising (only if applicable). 

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may use trusted third-party services (such as Google Analytics or social media integrations) that set their own cookies to collect information about your browsing activity.

4. Managing Cookies

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

For guidance, visit: www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.

5. Consent

When you first visit our website, you will be asked to accept or reject non-essential cookies. By continuing to use the site after accepting cookies, you consent to their use in accordance with this policy.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “last updated” date.