Ops Ally Privacy Policy

Ops Ally is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information when you visit our website or contact us.

Who we are

Ops Ally provides practical operational leadership and support to small charities and not-for-profit organisations. 

Data Controller: Ops Ally
Email: ainsley@opsally.co.uk
Location: United Kingdom

Ops Ally is registered with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
ICO registration number: ZC099879

What personal data we collect

We may collect and process the following personal data:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number (if provided)

  • Organisation name

  • Information included in enquiries or messages

  • Technical data such as IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data

We do not intentionally collect special category data (such as health, ethnicity, or political opinions).

How we collect personal data

We collect data when you:

  • submit a contact form on our website (built using Squarespace)

  • email us directly

  • engage us to provide consultancy or operational support

  • use our website, which uses cookies and analytics tools

Squarespace forms and hosting

Our website is hosted on Squarespace. When you submit a form, your data is processed and stored by Squarespace on our behalf.

Squarespace acts as a data processor and is contractually required to handle personal data in line with UK GDPR.

Analytics

We use Squarespace Analytics to understand how visitors use our website (for example, page views and traffic sources). This data helps us improve our website and services.

Analytics data is aggregated and does not identify you personally.

Why we use your data

We use personal data to: 

  • respond to enquiries

  • provide and manage consultancy services

  • communicate with clients and partners

  • maintain internal records and invoices

  • improve our website and services

  • comply with legal and regulatory obligations

Lawful basis for processing

Under UK GDPR, we process personal data using the following lawful bases: 

  • Consent – when you contact us or submit a form

  • Contract – where processing is necessary to deliver agreed services

  • Legitimate interests – for business administration and service improvement

  • Legal obligation – for accounting or regulatory compliance

How we store and protect your data

Personal data is stored securely using reputable third-party systems, including Squarespace and email providers.

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data and retain it only for as long as necessary for its purpose or legal requirements.

Sharing your data

We do not sell or trade personal data.

We may share data with trusted service providers where necessary, including: 

  • Squarespace (website hosting, forms, analytics)

  • email and productivity tools

  • professional advisers such as accountants

     

All third parties are required to process data in accordance with UK GDPR.

Your rights

You have the right to: 

  • access your personal data

  • request correction of inaccurate data

  • request deletion of your data

  • object to or restrict processing

  • withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details above.

You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (www.ico.org.uk).

Changes to this policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The latest version will always be published on this website.

Last updated: 1st March 2026

Cookie Policy

Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience and understand how our site is used.

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. 

We use:

  • Essential cookies – required for the website to function

  • Analytics cookies – used by Squarespace Analytics to understand website traffic and usage

 Analytics cookies collect aggregated information and do not identify you personally.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings or via our website’s cookie banner.