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Last updated: 30 April 2026

This website is operated as part of a public awareness campaign on aviation contrails and climate impacts.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data transparently and responsibly.

1. What data we collect

We only collect personal data that you choose to provide.

This may include:

• Your first and last names

• Your email address

• Any information you include in messages submitted via the “Have Your Say” or “Get Involved” forms

We do not collect sensitive personal data or payment information.

2. How we use your data

We use your data to:

• Respond to your messages or enquiries

• Engage with you about the campaign, where appropriate

• Understand public views and feedback

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.

3. Lawful basis for processing

We process your data under the lawful basis of legitimate interests, namely:

• communicating with individuals who contact us

• supporting a public interest awareness campaign

You can opt out of any further contact at any time.

4. Website hosting and third-party services

This website is hosted on Wix.

Wix may collect and process certain data automatically as part of providing its hosting and website functionality, including:

• technical information (such as IP address, browser type, and device)

• basic usage data

This processing is carried out in accordance with Wix’s own privacy practices. We recommend reviewing Wix’s privacy policy for further details.

5. Petitions hosted on third-party platforms

Some of our campaigns may link to or promote petitions hosted on Change.org.

If you choose to sign a petition on Change.org:

• your personal data will be collected and processed by Change.org, not by us

• Change.org is responsible for how your data is handled

We encourage you to review Change.org’s privacy policy before submitting any personal information.

6. How your data is stored

Any data you submit through this website is stored securely and only accessible to those managing the campaign.

We take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorised access, disclosure, or loss.

7. How long we keep your data

We only keep your personal data for as long as necessary to:

• respond to your enquiry

• support the purposes outlined above

You may request deletion at any time.

8. Sharing your data

We do not share your personal data with third parties, except:

• where required by law

• where necessary to operate the website (e.g. Wix hosting services)

9. Your rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

• access the personal data we hold about you

• request correction of inaccurate data

• request deletion of your data

• object to or restrict processing

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

10. Contact

If you have any questions about this policy or your data, you can contact:

Toby Gay

Founder at Contrail Awareness

tobyasg1999@yahoo.co.uk

11. Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.