Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies between you, the user of this website, and Autism Insight, the owner and provider of this website: https://autisminsight.calm.digital/. Autism Insight takes the privacy of your information very seriously. This Privacy Policy applies to our use of any and all data collected by us or provided by you in relation to your use of the Website.


Please read this Privacy Policy carefully.

Definitions and Interpretation

In this Privacy Policy, the following definitions are used:

Data
Collectively, all information that you submit to Autism Insight via the Website. This definition incorporates, where applicable, the definitions provided in the Data Protection Laws.

Cookies
A small text file placed on your computer by this Website when you visit certain parts of the Website and/or when you use certain features. Details of the Cookies used by this Website are set out in the clause below (Cookies).

Data Protection Laws
Any applicable law relating to the processing of personal data, including but not limited to Directive 96/46/EC (Data Protection Directive), the GDPR, and any national implementing laws, regulations, and secondary legislation, for as long as the GDPR is effective in the UK.

GDPR
The General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679.

UK and EU Cookie Law
The Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003, as amended by the 2011 Regulations.

User or You
Any third party that accesses the Website and is not either (i) employed by Autism Insight and acting in the course of their employment or (ii) engaged as a consultant or otherwise providing services to Autism Insight and accessing the Website in connection with the provision of such services.

Website
The website that you are currently using: https://autisminsight.calm.digital/, and any sub-domains of this site unless expressly excluded by their own terms and conditions.

Unless the context requires a different interpretation:

  • The singular includes the plural and vice versa;
     
  • References to sub-clauses, clauses, schedules, or appendices are to sections of this Privacy Policy;
     
  • A reference to a person includes firms, companies, government entities, trusts, and partnerships;
     
  • "Including" is understood to mean "including without limitation";
     
  • References to any statutory provision include any modification or amendment;
     
  • Headings and subheadings do not form part of this Privacy Policy.
     

 

Scope of This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies only to the actions of Autism Insight and users with respect to this Website. It does not extend to any websites that can be accessed from this Website, including, but not limited to, any links to social media platforms.

For the purposes of the applicable Data Protection Laws, Autism Insight is the "data controller". This means that Autism Insight determines the purposes for which and the manner in which your data is processed.

 

Data Collected

We may collect the following data, which includes personal data, from you:

  • Name;
     
  • Contact information such as email addresses and telephone numbers;
     
  • Demographic information such as postcode, preferences, and interests;
     
  • IP address (automatically collected);
     
  • Web browser type and version (automatically collected);
     
  • Operating system (automatically collected);
     

In each case, data is collected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

 

How We Collect Data

We collect data in the following ways:

  • Data is given to us by you;
     
  • Data is received from other sources;
     
  • Data is collected automatically.
     

Data Given to Us by You

Autism Insight collects your data in several ways, for example:

  • When you contact us through the Website, by telephone, post, email, or by any other means.
     

Data Collected Automatically

When you access the Website, we automatically collect data such as:

  • Your IP address, the date and time of access, and the frequency of your visits;
     
  • How you interact with the Website's content;
     
  • Cookie data, in line with your browser settings (see "Cookies" section below).
     

 

Our Use of Data

Your data may be used for the following purposes:

  • Internal record keeping;
     
  • Improving our products and services;
     
  • Sending you marketing materials via email that may be of interest;
     
  • Contacting you for market research purposes via email, phone, fax, or mail, with the aim of improving or updating the Website.
     

We may use your data for these purposes if it is in our legitimate interest to do so. If you disagree, you have the right to object in certain circumstances (see "Your Rights").

For direct email marketing, we will request your consent:

  • Soft opt-in applies when you've previously interacted with us (e.g., you requested product information);

You may withdraw your consent at any time. See "Your Rights" below for how to do this.

 

Who We Share Data With

We may share your data with:

  • Our employees, agents, and/or professional advisors — for contact, administrative, and marketing purposes.
     

All data sharing is in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

 

Keeping Data Secure

We use technical and organisational measures to safeguard your data, such as:

  • Password- and username-protected access;
     
  • Secure servers for data storage.
     

If you suspect misuse or unauthorised access to your data, please contact us immediately at: [email protected]

For tips on online safety, visit: www.getsafeonline.org

 

Data Retention

We will retain your data only for as long as necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer period is required or permitted by law. Backups may still contain your data for legal, tax, or regulatory reasons.

 

Your Rights

You have the following rights in relation to your data:

  • Right to access – Request copies of the data we hold about you.
     
  • Right to correct – Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
     
  • Right to erase – Request that your data be deleted.
     
  • Right to restrict – Request that we limit our use of your data.
     
  • Right to data portability – Request that your data be transferred to another provider.
     
  • Right to object – Object to our use of your data for certain purposes.
     

To exercise your rights or withdraw consent, contact us at: [email protected]

If you are dissatisfied with how we handle your complaint, you may contact the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at: https://ico.org.uk

Please keep us informed if your data changes during the period we hold it.

 

Transfers Outside the European Economic Area

Your data may be transferred to countries outside the EEA, for example, if our servers or service providers are based elsewhere. We ensure that any such transfer complies with data protection legislation by using appropriate safeguards (e.g., standard contractual clauses, Privacy Shield certification).

 

Links to Other Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. You are advised to review their privacy policies before using them.

 

Changes of Business Ownership and Control

Autism Insight may sell or transfer control of the company. In such cases, user data will be transferred accordingly and used only for the purposes originally intended.

 

Cookies

This Website may place cookies on your device to enhance your experience. We use:

  • Analytical/performance cookies: These help us improve the Website by tracking visitor behaviour.
     

Cookies are used in line with UK and EU Cookie Law. You’ll be prompted to accept cookies when you first visit the Website.

You can disable or delete cookies in your browser settings. Visit aboutcookies.org for more information on how to do this.

 

General

  • You may not transfer your rights under this Privacy Policy without our consent.
     
  • If any provision of this Privacy Policy is found to be invalid, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.
     
  • This agreement is governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English and Welsh courts.
     

 

Changes to This Privacy Policy

Autism Insight reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy as necessary. Any changes will be posted on the Website and will take effect immediately.

Contact Details:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 07530 880699

Last Updated: 23 January 2025