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1. Privacy Policy

What We Protect

The Order of the Silver Compass values your trust and privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

 

What We Collect

We collect only the information necessary for membership and site functionality, including:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address (provided during registration).
  • Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe or PayPal.
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and cookies for essential site operations.

 

Why We Collect It

We use your data to:

  1. Process your Offering and membership.
  2. Provide your personalized insignia and related services.
  3. Communicate updates or instructions about your membership.
  4. Maintain site security and functionality.

 

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on:

  • Contractual Necessity: To fulfill your membership.
  • Consent: When you explicitly agree (e.g., to receive updates or claim your insignia).

 

Data Retention

We retain your data:

  • For the duration of your membership.
  • Up to 12 months after membership termination for administrative purposes.

 

Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party providers:

  • Stripe and PayPal: For secure payment processing.
  • Hosting Services: To manage and secure the website.
    These services have their own privacy policies, which we recommend reviewing.

 

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your data.
  • Withdraw consent for communications.
  • Request data portability.

To exercise these rights, contact us: warden@orderofthesilvercompass.com

 

2. Terms & Conditions

 

Membership

  • Membership grants permission to use the insignia of the Order for personal identification of your membership.
  • Membership is valid for one year and renewable upon a new Offering.

 

The Offering

  • All Offerings are final and non-refundable.
  • Payments are processed securely by Stripe or PayPal.

 

Use of the Insignia

  • The insignia may not be altered or used in any way inconsistent with the values of the Order.
  • Misuse of the insignia or violations of the Code may result in termination of membership.

 

Liability

  • The Order is not liable for misuse of its insignia or for any actions taken by members outside the Order’s principles.

 

Changes to These Terms

The Order reserves the right to update these terms. Significant changes will be communicated to members.

 

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of England and Wales.

 

3. Cookie Policy

A Note on Cookies

This site uses cookies to ensure its functionality and improve your experience.

 

What Cookies We Use

  1. Essential Cookies:

    • Necessary for site navigation and secure payment processing.
      These cookies are deleted at the end of your session.

  2. No Non-Essential Cookies:

    • We do not use analytics, tracking, or marketing cookies.

 

Managing Cookies

You can disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that doing so may affect site functionality.

 

4. Refund Policy

 

The Offering is Final

The Offering is a symbolic act and is therefore non-refundable. Consider your decision carefully before proceeding.

Exceptions

Refunds may only be issued in cases of technical errors during payment processing.

For refund inquiries, contact using the email below. 

 

5. Contact Information

For any questions or concerns about these policies, please contact us:
warden@orderofthesilvercompass.com