Who we are
Lancashire Muslims Hub is a community platform created to help Muslims and families across Lancashire find local events, workshops, services, organisations, and useful services in one place.
Our website address is: lancashiremuslims.co.uk.
We aim to provide a simple space where community members can discover opportunities, submit listings, and stay connected with local services and events.
What personal data we collect and why
We may collect personal information when you:
- submit an event or listing
- contact us through a form
- subscribe to updates (if enabled)
- browse the website using cookies
This information may include:
- your name
- email address
- phone number (if provided)
- organisation details
- event or service information you submit
We only collect information necessary to manage listings, respond to enquiries, and improve the website.
Media
If you upload images to the website (for example when submitting an event or service), you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included.
Visitors to the website may be able to download and extract location data from images displayed publicly on the site.
By submitting images, you confirm that you have permission to use and share them.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience.
Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us:
- remember your preferences
- improve website performance
- understand how visitors use the site
- maintain login sessions (for admin users)
If you leave information through forms or log in to restricted areas, cookies may be used to save your details for convenience.
You can disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.
Embedded content from other websites
Pages on this site may include embedded content such as:
- Google Maps
- videos
- social media posts
- external event pages
Embedded content from other websites behaves exactly as if you visited that external website directly.
These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, and monitor your interaction with that content.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.
Who we share your data with
We do not sell your personal data.
Your submitted information may be reviewed by administrators for approval before publication.
We may share limited information with trusted service providers only where necessary for website hosting, form management, analytics, or email communication.
Public listings submitted to the site may display information you choose to provide, such as organisation name, contact details, and website links.
How long we retain your data
If you submit a listing, we may retain the submission and its metadata for administrative purposes.
If you contact us directly, we may keep your information for as long as needed to respond and manage follow-up communication.
Admin users may have account information stored for ongoing site management.
What rights you have over your data
You may request:
- access to the personal data we hold about you
- correction of inaccurate information
- deletion of your personal data where appropriate
This does not include data we are required to keep for legal, security, or administrative purposes.
To request this, please contact us using the contact details provided on the website.
Where your data is sent
User submissions may be checked through automated spam detection services.
Data may also be processed by secure third-party services used to operate the website, such as hosting providers, analytics tools, and form platforms.