Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 12/04/2025

Who we are

The Rural Theology Association (RTA) exists to promote and support theological reflection on rural life and ministry in the UK. This privacy policy explains how we use any personal information we collect about you when you use our website.

  • Data Controller: Rural Theology Association
  • Email: gdpr@ruraltheologyassociation.com

What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following data:

  • Personal details (e.g. name, email address) via our contact or subscription forms.
  • Website usage data through cookies (see our Cookies Policy).
  • Event registration or membership details if applicable.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to your enquiries.
  • Send newsletters, event updates, and publications (with your consent).
  • Improve the website and user experience.
  • Maintain our membership records.

Legal Bases for Processing

We process your data based on:

  • Consent – e.g. for newsletters or contact forms.
  • Legitimate Interests – maintaining member engagement and theological community interaction.
  • Legal Obligations – where required by law.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing. Data may be stored with trusted providers (e.g., Mailchimp, website host) under strict data protection agreements.

Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your data
  • Rectify incorrect data
  • Request deletion
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Lodge a complaint with the ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office)

To exercise your rights, please contact us at: gdpr@ruraltheologyassociation.com

Data Retention

We retain your data only for as long as necessary for our stated purposes or as required by law.

Changes to This Policy

We review our policies regularly. Updates will be posted on this page.