Privacy Policy

Introduction

The East Wear Bay Archaeological Project ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or participate in our programs.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, postal address)
• Information provided when you sign up for our newsletter or programs
• Volunteer application information
• Educational background (for field school applications)
• Emergency contact information (for fieldwork participants)

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Pages you visit and time spent on those pages
• Referring website addresses
• Device and operating system information

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Process applications for programs and volunteer opportunities
• Send newsletters and project updates (with your consent)
• Respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Ensure safety during fieldwork activities

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our website. We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information:

• With partner organisations involved in our archaeological work (with your consent)
• With service providers who assist in operating our website and programs
• To comply with legal obligations or protect our rights
• In connection with educational or research publications (anonymized)

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Object to processing of your personal information
• Request restriction of processing your personal information
• Withdraw consent at any time

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. School programs are coordinated through educational institutions.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: