GDPR/Privacy Policy for The Reigate Doula
1. Introduction
The Reigate Doula is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal data. This policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
2. Data We Collect
We may collect the following personal data:
* Personal Details: Name, address, phone number, email address
* Medical Information: Medical history, pregnancy details, birth preferences
* Contact Preferences: Preferred communication methods
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
* Providing Doula Services: To provide tailored support and care during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
* Communication: To communicate with you regarding appointments, updates, and important information.
* Record Keeping: To maintain accurate and up-to-date records of your care.
* Legal and Compliance: To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
* Secure Data Storage: We store your data securely, using strong encryption and access controls.
* Limited Access: Only authorized personnel have access to your personal data.
* Regular Security Reviews: We regularly review and update our security measures to address evolving threats.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Once the purpose is fulfilled, we will securely delete or anonymize your data.
6. Your Rights
You have the following rights under GDPR:
* Right of Access: You can request access to your personal data.
* Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
* Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances.
* Right to Restriction of Processing: You can request restriction of processing of your personal data.
* Right to Data Portability: You can request transfer of your personal data to another organization.
* Right to Object: You can object to processing of your personal data for certain purposes.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or your personal data, please contact us at [Your Contact Information].
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes.
Website Cookies Policy
This Cookies Policy explains how The Reigate Doula ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.thereigatedoula.co.uk (the "Site"). By using our Site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
What are Cookies? Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the site owners.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies**: These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms.
2. Performance Cookies**: These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our Site.