Privacy Policy
Introduction
Skipton Live is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and protect any personal information you provide when using our website.
By using this website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Who We Are
Skipton Live is a community-focused organisation that promotes live music, creativity and cultural events in Skipton and the surrounding area.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is used, please contact us using the details provided on our Contact page.
Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following information:
- Your name
- Email address
- Telephone number (where provided)
- Information submitted through contact forms
- Event submissions and uploaded promotional materials
- Volunteer application information
- Newsletter subscription details
- Website usage data collected through analytics tools
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Respond to enquiries
- Process event submissions
- Communicate with volunteers and participants
- Send newsletters and updates where consent has been given
- Improve our website and services
- Administer events and activities
We will only use your information for legitimate purposes and will never sell your personal information to third parties.
Website Analytics
Our website may use analytics tools such as Google Analytics to help us understand how visitors use our website.
This information is collected anonymously and may include:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the website
- Device and browser information
- General location data
This information helps us improve the website and the services we provide.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and to help us understand how the website is used.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that some features of the website may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.
For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
Third-Party Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services, including:
- Ticketing providers
- Social media platforms
- Embedded videos
- External event listings
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites and encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing personal information.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect the information we hold from unauthorised access, loss, misuse or disclosure.
However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
How Long We Keep Your Information
We will only retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or to comply with legal obligations.
Your Rights
Under UK data protection legislation, you have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Object to certain types of processing
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated version will become effective immediately.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us via the details provided on our Contact page.
Last updated: June 2026