Privacy & Cookies

Last Updated: October 2025

Move To Grid is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what personal data we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

1. Who We Are

Move To Grid is a veteran support platform created and managed by MCVC to connect veterans, serving personnel, and their families with local services, organisations, and events.

Contact: movetogrid@mcvc.org.uk

2. What Information We Collect

We only collect information that helps us run the platform and communicate with you. This may include:

Type of DataExamples
Contact InformationName, email address, phone number
Organisation DetailsService description, contact person, website
Account InformationLogin details, user preferences
Usage DataPages visited, actions taken on the site
MessagesEmails or contact forms sent to us

We do not collect financial information or unnecessary personal data.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to enquiries and support requests
  • Create and manage service listings
  • Improve the Move To Grid platform
  • Send important updates about your account or listings
  • Keep the platform safe and secure

We do not sell your personal information. Ever.

4. Legal Basis for Using Your Data

We process your data under one or more of the following legal grounds:

  • Your consent
  • Fulfilling a service you’ve requested
  • Legitimate interests (e.g. platform security and service improvement)

5. Sharing Your Information

We may share your data only when necessary:

  • With trusted service providers (hosting, email, security tools)
  • When legally required (e.g. by law enforcement)
  • When you choose to publish information as part of a public service listing

We require all partners to keep your information secure.

6. Cookies

Move To Grid uses cookies for basic website functionality and analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you wish, but some site features may not work properly.

7. How We Protect Your Data

We use secure servers, password protection, access controls, and encryption where appropriate to keep your data safe. We regularly review our security practices.

8. How Long We Keep Your Information

We keep your information only as long as necessary to:

  • Deliver services you requested
  • Meet legal or security requirements
  • Maintain platform records

You can ask us to delete your data at any time.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Withdraw consent
  • Object to certain processing
  • Make a complaint to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) in the UK

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this policy or want to request anything related to your data:

Email: movetogrid@mcvc.org.uk

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page with an updated date.