Privacy Policy

Privacy Notice for 80 PLUS

Last updated: 01 Jan 2026

This Privacy Notice for 80 PLUS (“we,” “us,” or “our”) explains how and why we access, collect, store, use, and share (“process”) personal information when you engage with our work and services (“Services”), including when you:

  • Visit our website at 80plus.org.uk, or any website of ours that links to this Privacy Notice
  • Donate to or support our scholarship model
  • Apply for, support, or engage with our one‑year master’s scholarship programmes
  • Sign up for updates, events, or communications
  • Engage with us in other related ways, including volunteering, fundraising, partnerships, or events

80 PLUS is a UK‑based, volunteer‑run, non‑profit initiative that brings communities and universities together to fund one‑year master’s scholarships for students from Gaza. Protecting education is central to rebuilding Gaza’s future, and we are committed to handling personal information responsibly and transparently.

Questions or concerns? Reading this Privacy Notice will help you understand your privacy rights and choices. We are responsible for determining how your personal information is processed. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Services. If you still have questions or concerns, please contact us using the details provided at the end of this notice.

SUMMARY OF KEY POINTS

This summary highlights key points from our Privacy Notice. You can find more details about each topic by reviewing the relevant sections below.

  • What personal information do we process? We may process personal information depending on how you interact with us, such as when you donate, apply for scholarships, volunteer, or contact us.
  • Do we process sensitive personal information? We do not intentionally collect or process sensitive personal information.
  • Do we collect information from third parties? We generally do not collect personal information from third parties, except where necessary to operate our Services (for example, payment processors).
  • How do we process your information? We process your information to operate and improve our Services, manage donations and scholarships, communicate with you, ensure security, and comply with legal obligations.
  • When and with whom do we share personal information? We may share information in limited circumstances, such as with trusted service providers or if required by law.
  • How do we keep your information safe? We use appropriate organisational and technical safeguards, though no system can be completely secure.
  • What are your rights? Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete your personal information.
  • How do you exercise your rights? You can contact us directly to make a request, and we will respond in line with applicable data protection laws.

1. WHAT INFORMATION DO WE COLLECT?

Personal information you disclose to us

In Short: We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us.

We collect personal information that you choose to provide when you:

  • Make a donation or pledge support
  • Apply for or support a scholarship
  • Register for updates, newsletters, or events
  • Volunteer or engage with us
  • Contact us directly

The personal information we collect depends on the context of your interaction with us and may include:

  • Names
  • Email addresses
  • Contact details
  • Account login details (if applicable)
  • Donation or participation details
  • Areas of interest related to our mission

Sensitive Information. We do not intentionally collect or process sensitive personal information.

Accuracy of Information. All personal information you provide must be accurate and up to date. Please let us know if any of your information changes.

Information automatically collected

In Short: Some information is collected automatically when you visit our website.

When you visit, use, or navigate our Services, we may automatically collect certain technical information. This does not directly identify you but may include:

  • IP address
  • Browser and device characteristics
  • Operating system and language preferences
  • Referring URLs
  • Country or general location
  • Information about how and when you use our website

This information helps us maintain the security and functionality of our Services and understand how people engage with our work.

Like many organisations, we use cookies and similar technologies for these purposes.

2. HOW DO WE PROCESS YOUR INFORMATION?

In Short: We process your information to operate our Services, support our mission, and comply with the law.

We process personal information for purposes including:

  • Managing donations, pledges, and supporter relationships
  • Administering scholarship applications and communications
  • Communicating with you about our work, events, or updates
  • Maintaining the security and integrity of our website
  • Understanding how our Services are used so we can improve them
  • Complying with legal and regulatory obligations

We only process personal information where we have a valid legal basis to do so.

3. WHEN AND WITH WHOM DO WE SHARE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION?

In Short: We only share personal information in limited, necessary circumstances.

We may share your personal information:

  • With trusted service providers who help us operate our website or process donations (for example, payment processors), under strict confidentiality obligations
  • If required to do so by law, regulation, or legal process
  • In connection with organisational changes, such as restructuring or the transfer of assets, where permitted by law

We do not sell your personal information.

4. DO WE USE COOKIES AND OTHER TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES?

In Short: Yes, we may use cookies and similar technologies.

Cookies and similar technologies help us:

  • Ensure our website functions properly
  • Maintain security
  • Remember your preferences
  • Understand how visitors use our site

You can usually choose to set your browser to remove or reject cookies. Please note that doing so may affect how our Services function.

More information about cookies can be found in our Cookie Notice (if applicable).

5. HOW DO WE HANDLE YOUR SOCIAL LOGINS?

In Short: If you choose to use social media logins, we may receive limited information from those platforms.

If our Services allow you to register or engage using a third‑party social media account, we may receive basic profile information such as your name and email address. We only use this information for the purposes described in this Privacy Notice.

We are not responsible for how third‑party platforms handle your personal information. Please review their privacy notices for more details.

6. HOW LONG DO WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION?

In Short: We keep your information only as long as necessary.

We retain personal information only for as long as needed to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Notice, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

When we no longer have a legitimate need to process your information, we will delete or anonymise it where possible.

7. HOW DO WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION SAFE?

In Short: We use appropriate safeguards to protect your data.

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. DO WE COLLECT INFORMATION FROM MINORS?

In Short: We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

Our Services are not directed at children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without appropriate consent, we will take steps to delete it.

9. WHAT ARE YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS?

In Short: You may have rights to access, correct, or delete your personal information.

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.

10. CONTROLS FOR DO‑NOT‑TRACK FEATURES

Most browsers offer a Do‑Not‑Track (DNT) feature. There is currently no uniform standard for responding to DNT signals, and we do not currently respond to them.

11. DO WE MAKE UPDATES TO THIS NOTICE?

In Short: Yes, we may update this Privacy Notice from time to time.

Any updates will be reflected by a revised date at the top of this notice. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

12. HOW CAN YOU CONTACT US ABOUT THIS NOTICE?

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Notice, please contact us at:

Email: [Insert contact email]

13. HOW CAN YOU REVIEW, UPDATE, OR DELETE THE DATA WE COLLECT FROM YOU?

You may request to review, update, or delete your personal information by contacting us directly. We will respond in accordance with applicable data protection laws.