SharedAcres Privacy Policy
Last updated: 03/12/2025
SharedAcres (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, and how we keep it safe. It also outlines your rights under the UK GDPR and EU GDPR (collectively “GDPR”).
1. Who we are
SharedAcres – United Kingdom
We are the data controller for the personal information collected through this website.
2. What personal data we collect
We only collect the information necessary to respond to your enquiries or register your interest in SharedAcres opportunities.
We may collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Any message or information you voluntarily provide in contact forms
Optional newsletter
If you choose to sign up for our newsletter, we will also store your email address for that specific purpose.
3. How we use your information
We use your personal data only for the following purposes:
- To respond to your enquiry
- To provide information about land, woodland, or property opportunities you have registered an interest in
- To send optional newsletters (only if you have actively consented)
We do not:
- Sell your data
- Share your data with third parties for marketing
- Use your data for automated decision-making or profiling
Your data is used solely to communicate with you about SharedAcres.
4. Legal basis for processing
Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on:
- Consent: when you submit a contact form or sign up for the newsletter
- Legitimate interest: responding to enquiries and managing expressions of interest in SharedAcres opportunities
You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us.
5. Data storage and security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to keep your data safe and to prevent unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.
Your data is stored securely on systems used to operate the SharedAcres website and email communications.
6. How long we keep your data
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary:
- Enquiry and expression of interest data: kept while we are in active communication or until you ask us to delete it
- Newsletter signup: until you unsubscribe
After this, your information will be securely deleted.
7. Your rights under GDPR
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Object to processing in certain situations
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format
To exercise any of these rights, email us at: [insert email]
8. Sharing your information
We only share your data with trusted service providers who help us operate the website or deliver emails (e.g., hosting providers or newsletter services).
They are required to keep your information secure and GDPR-compliant.
We do not sell or share your data for marketing purposes.
9. Newsletter
Signing up for the SharedAcres newsletter is completely optional.
If you subscribe, we will use your email address to send updates, news, and content related to SharedAcres. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in any email or by contacting us directly.
10. Cookies
If you would like, I can generate a tailored Cookie Policy (based on whether you use analytics, embedded services, ads, maps, etc.).
For now, this policy focuses only on your data collection through forms.
11. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Email: [email protected]
If you believe your data has been mishandled, you also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).