Privacy Policy

Last updated: 29/11/25

At Mission Planet Foundation CIC (“we”, “us”, or “our”), we’re committed to protecting your privacy and data.

We’re a UK-based Community Interest Company (CIC) on a mission to create positive global change through storytelling, fundraising, and compassion-driven action. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

1. Who We Are

Mission Planet Foundation CIC
Company Number: 16450682
Registered in England and Wales
Registered Address: 17 Shottery, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 9HD
📧 hello@themissionplanet.com

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal data when you:

  • Fill out a form (e.g. contact, newsletter, project suggestion, podcast sponsor)

  • Subscribe to our email updates

  • Make a donation or purchase merchandise

  • Interact with our website or media content

This may include:

  • Name and email address

  • Messages or project ideas

  • Marketing preferences

  • Donation or purchase data (via secure third-party processors)

  • IP address, browser, and device info (via cookies)

We collect only the minimum necessary data and never request sensitive information (e.g., racial or health data).

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

  • Respond to your messages or questions

  • Share updates via our newsletter (only if subscribed)

  • Manage podcast sponsorship, donations, and merchandise orders

  • Improve our website and impact storytelling

  • Grow our digital community responsibly

We do not share, sell, or rent your data to any third parties.

4. Cookies

We use limited cookies for:

  • Website performance

  • Anonymous analytics

  • Form security (e.g. spam protection)

You can control cookies via your browser settings. Continued use of our website implies consent to our cookie policy.

5. Our Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we rely on:

  • Consent (e.g. newsletter sign-ups)

  • Legitimate interest (e.g. responding to queries)

  • Contract (e.g. managing orders or donations)

6. Email & Newsletter

We’ll only contact you by email if:

  • You subscribed to our newsletter

  • You requested information or sponsorship details

  • You engaged with our campaigns or forms

You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email or by contacting us.

7. Data Security

All data is securely stored in our encrypted CRM system, accessible only to authorised team members. We take all reasonable steps to prevent data loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.

8. Your Rights

You can:

  • Request access to your data

  • Correct or delete your information

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with the UK ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office)

To exercise your rights, email: hello@themissionplanet.com

9. Data Retention

We only keep your data as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above or to comply with legal and accounting obligations.

10. Children

Our website and newsletter are not directed at children under 13. If we learn we’ve collected data from a child without consent, we’ll delete it immediately.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy to reflect operational or legal changes. We’ll post the latest version on this page.