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PRIVACY POLICY

1. Introduction

Welcome to Commune Events (“we”, “us”, “our”).

We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit www.commune.events (“website”) or engage with our event services.

Our platform promotes and manages community-driven music events.

 

2. Who We Are (Data Controller)

For the purposes of UK data protection law, Commune Events is the data controller of your personal data.

Contact: info@commune.events

 

3. The Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

a) Information you provide directly

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number (if provided)

  • Any details submitted via forms, bookings, or enquiries

b) Event and booking data

  • Event registrations or ticket information

  • Attendance records

c) Technical and usage data

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type

  • Pages visited and interaction data

 

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data to:

  • Manage event bookings and attendance

  • Communicate with you about events, updates, or enquiries

  • Provide customer support

  • Improve our website and services

  • Send marketing communications (only where you have consented)

  • Comply with legal obligations

 

5. Lawful Bases for Processing

Under the UK GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases:

  • Contract – to deliver event services you request

  • Consent – for marketing communications

  • Legitimate interests – to improve services and operate our platform

  • Legal obligation – where required by law

 

6. Sharing Your Data

We may share your personal data with:

  • Event partners, venues, or co-organisers

  • Service providers (e.g. hosting, ticketing, email systems)

  • Professional advisers (legal, accounting)

  • Authorities or regulators where legally required

We do not sell your personal data.

 

7. International Transfers

If we transfer your data outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

  • UK-approved standard contractual clauses

  • Transfers to countries deemed to provide adequate protection

 

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfil the purposes we collected it for

  • Meet legal, accounting, or reporting requirements

After this period, data is securely deleted or anonymised.

 

9. Cookies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Ensure website functionality

  • Analyse traffic and usage

  • Improve user experience

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

 

10. Your Legal Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request erasure of your data

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Request transfer of your data (data portability)

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) if you believe your data has been misused.

 

11. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data against:

  • Unauthorised access

  • Loss or misuse

  • Alteration or disclosure

However, no system is completely secure, and transmission over the internet is at your own risk.

 

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy policies or practices.

 

13. 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 revision date.

 

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact info@commune.events.

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