1. Who we are
Ocean of Islam ("we", "us", "our") provides Islamic education, translation, marriage, and pilgrimage services. You can contact us at info@oceanofislam.uk.
2. What we collect
We collect personal data only when you actively provide it, specifically:
- Contact form submissions: name, email, subject, message content
- Newsletter subscriptions (when activated): email address
- Service enquiries: any information you choose to share when contacting us
We do not currently use cookies, tracking pixels, or third-party analytics on this site. If we add analytics in future, this policy will be updated and a cookie banner will be shown where required.
3. Why we collect it
We use your personal data to:
- Respond to your enquiries and provide the services you request
- Send course information you have specifically requested
- Comply with our legal obligations
4. Legal basis
Under UK GDPR, we process your data on the basis of your consent (which you provide by submitting a form) and our legitimate interest in responding to enquiries about our services.
5. Where your data is stored
Contact form submissions are processed by Netlify (our hosting provider) and may be stored on servers in the European Union or the United States. Netlify is GDPR-compliant and acts as a processor on our behalf. We do not sell, rent, or trade your data with third parties.
6. How long we keep your data
Contact form data is retained for as long as needed to respond to your enquiry, plus a reasonable follow-up period. Newsletter subscriptions are retained until you unsubscribe.
7. Your rights
Under UK GDPR, 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
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@oceanofislam.uk.
8. Third-party links
Our site links to external services including our student portal (courses.oceanofislam.uk), donation page (Stripe), booking page (YouCanBookMe), and social media platforms. Each has its own privacy policy; we are not responsible for their practices.
9. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision.
10. Contact
For any privacy-related questions, contact us at info@oceanofislam.uk.