Privacy Policy

Girls Who Walk Aberdeen

Last updated: 06/01/2026

Girls Who Walk Aberdeen respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and protect your information when you interact with our website, social media, walks and events.

1. Who We Are

Girls Who Walk Aberdeen is a community group providing walks, social activities and events for women aged 18+ in Aberdeen.

Contact email: aberdeengirlswhowalk@gmail.com

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal information:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Social media usernames (if you contact us via Instagram or other platforms)

  • Event booking details

  • Any information you voluntarily provide when contacting us

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to enquiries or messages

  • Share updates about walks or events

  • Manage event bookings and attendance

  • Communicate important changes or cancellations

  • Improve our community and services

We only use your data when we have a lawful reason to do so.

4. Lawful Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we process your data on the following bases:

  • Consent – when you opt in to communications

  • Legitimate interests – to run and manage our community and events

  • Contractual necessity – where bookings or tickets are involved

5. Photography & Media

Photos and videos may be taken during walks or events for use on social media, marketing and our website.

By attending an event, you may appear in images.
If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please inform the organiser and we will respect your wishes.

6. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties.

Your data may be processed by trusted platforms such as:

  • Website hosting providers (e.g. Squarespace)

  • Event booking platforms (e.g. Eventbrite)

  • Email or messaging platforms

These services only receive the data necessary to operate and are GDPR-compliant.

7. Data Storage & Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal data and keep it secure.

Your data is:

  • Stored securely

  • Accessed only when necessary

  • Kept for no longer than needed

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Object to how your data is used

To exercise these rights, contact us at:
aberdeengirlswhowalk@gmail.com

9. Cookies & Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to understand how visitors use the site.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

10. External Links

Our website and social media may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

11. Changes to This Policy

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

12. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at:

Email: aberdeengirlswhowalk@gmail.com