Privacy

Much of the material in the archive is historical, community-based and cultural in nature, but we recognise that photographs, documents and submitted memories can still carry personal significance.

Where information is provided directly to the Society, we use it only for the purpose for which it was shared, unless there is a clear and appropriate reason to do otherwise.

We aim to follow the principles of the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act, in a way that is appropriate to the size and nature of the Society.

In practice this means we try to:

• only collect information that is relevant and necessary
• use information fairly, lawfully and transparently
• keep information accurate and up to date where possible
• retain information only for as long as it is useful and appropriate
• handle information securely and with care

Where personal information is held, individuals have rights in relation to it, including the ability to request access, correction or removal where appropriate. We will consider such requests carefully and in good faith.

Some parts of the website may be restricted to members, contributors or administrators. These areas are not intended for public access and are protected by login or password controls where appropriate.

We aim to manage access proportionately by:

• limiting access to appropriate users only
• using passwords to protect non-public areas
• reviewing access where roles or responsibilities change
• avoiding unnecessary sharing of access credentials

We encourage the use of sensible passwords that are not easily guessed and are not reused from other important accounts. Although no system can be entirely risk-free, we aim to manage access responsibly and keep restricted material within the appropriate parts of the site.

This website may use cookies or similar local storage features to help the site function properly, remember basic preferences, and improve the experience for visitors.

We do not use cookies for unnecessary or intrusive purposes. Where non-essential cookies are introduced, we aim to make this clear and give visitors an appropriate choice.

You can manage or remove cookies through your browser settings.

The archive exists to preserve and share Carmunnock’s history. If you believe that material published on the site is inaccurate, inappropriate, or should be reviewed for privacy or legal reasons, please contact us and we will consider the request carefully.