PRIVACY POLICY

This privacy policy is for T.I.P.S Social Networking and explains how we collect, use, store and protect personal information from users who visit our website, create an account, or use our social networking services.

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, our services, or our privacy practices. Users are encouraged to review this page regularly.

Personal information we may collect

We may process information such as your name, email address, username, profile details, date of birth, contact details, account activity, posts, messages, preferences, and any information you choose to share through the platform.

We may also collect information about how you use T.I.P.S Social Networking, including interactions with posts, groups, pages, events, advertisements, and other users.

How we use your data

We may use your personal information to:

Provide and manage your account
Operate the social networking platform
Allow users to connect, communicate and share content
Respond to enquiries or support requests
Improve our website, services and user experience
Personalise content, recommendations and features
Send service updates or marketing communications where permitted
Maintain safety, security and prevent misuse
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

Legal grounds for processing

We rely on lawful bases including contract, legitimate interests, consent, and legal obligations where applicable.

Sharing your data

We may share data with trusted third-party providers who help us operate our platform, such as hosting providers, analytics tools, email systems, moderation tools, payment providers where relevant, and legal or regulatory authorities where required.

Storing your data

We may store personal data using secure systems such as cloud storage, CRM tools, databases, email platforms and internal systems. We take reasonable steps to protect your information.

Data retention

We keep personal information only for as long as necessary to provide our services, manage our relationship with you, meet legal requirements, resolve disputes, and protect the platform.

Your rights

Under data protection law, you may have rights including access, correction, deletion, restriction, objection, portability, and the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office.

Contact us

For privacy enquiries or data protection requests, contact: ashley@shropshirestudios.co.uk

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