Privacy Policy
Last updated: 7 July 2025
The Royal College of Nursing (“RCN”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and store your information when you use the RCN Activism mobile application (“App”).
By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Who We Are
The Royal College of Nursing is the data controller responsible for your personal data in connection with the RCN Activism app.
Contact Details:
The Royal College of Nursing
20 Cavendish Square
London W1G 0RN
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0345 772 6100
2. What Information We Collect
We collect and process the following personal information when you use the app:
Name
Email address
Photos you upload (including access to your camera and photo library when you choose to upload images)
Messages you send and receive within the app
We do not collect your location data or any sensitive personal data.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
Create and manage your account
Allow communication between users
Enable you to upload media as part of app features
Maintain the security and functionality of the app
Respond to your enquiries or support requests
We do not use your data for marketing, advertising, or profiling.
4. Legal Basis for Processing (UK GDPR)
Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), we process your data based on the following legal bases:
Consent: You give us permission when you create an account and use app features.
Contract: We need your data to provide services offered through the app.
Legitimate interests: For purposes such as ensuring security and enabling member-to-member communication.
5. Data Retention
We only keep your personal data for as long as necessary to provide the app’s services, or as required by law. When your account is deleted, your data will be securely removed within a reasonable timeframe.
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties. However, we may share data with:
IT service providers or hosting partners who help us maintain and run the app (under strict data protection agreements)
Legal authorities if required to comply with the law
All data is stored and processed within the UK or EEA.
7. Your Rights
Under data protection laws, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate or outdated data
Request deletion of your data
Object to or restrict processing
Withdraw your consent at any time
Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
To exercise these rights, contact us at: [email protected]
8. Children’s Privacy
This app is intended for RCN members aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under the age of 18.
9. Security
We use appropriate technical and organisational safeguards to protect your personal data against loss, theft, misuse, or unauthorised access. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via the app or by email where appropriate.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you can contact:
The Royal College of Nursing
0345 772 6100
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