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Last updated: October 2025

Rossendale Responsible Rescue (“we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or contact us.

1. Who We Are

Rossendale Responsible Rescue is a volunteer-run animal rescue based in the Rossendale Valley, Lancashire.
Our website address is: https://rossendaleresponsiblerescue.co.uk

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
📧 info@rossendaleresponsiblerescue.co.uk

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following information about you:

• Personal details such as your name, email address, and phone number when you contact us via our website or email.

• Adoption or fostering enquiries information, including details about your home, experience with animals, and preferences, if you submit a rehoming or volunteering form.

• Donation or event participation information, if you support us through fundraising or sponsorship activities.

• Technical data such as your IP address, browser type, and pages you visit (collected automatically via cookies).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your messages, adoption or fostering applications, and general enquiries.

• Process donations and keep records of supporters (where applicable).

• Improve our website and services for visitors.

• Comply with legal or safeguarding obligations relating to animal welfare.

We will never sell or rent your personal data to any third party.

4. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience.
Cookies help us understand how visitors use our website and allow certain features (like forms or preferences) to function properly.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer, though some parts of the site may not work correctly without them.

5. Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable steps to ensure your data is stored securely and protected from unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure.
All information submitted through our website is transmitted over a secure (HTTPS) connection.

6. How Long We Keep Your Data

We only keep your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose it was collected for — for example, until your enquiry has been resolved or as required by law for record-keeping.

7. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.

• Request correction or deletion of your data.

• Withdraw consent for us to contact you at any time.

To exercise your rights, please email info@rossendaleresponsiblerescue.co.uk.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.

9. Updates to This Policy

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

Rossendale Responsible Rescue is committed to protecting your privacy and supporting our local community of animal lovers with transparency and care.