Last updated: 21 January 2026
Logos Scotland is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when you interact with us, including through our website, newsletter sign-ups, and surveys.
Who we are
Logos Scotland is a Christian think tank informing the public conversation for the good of Scotland.
If you have any questions about this policy or how we use your data, you can contact us at:
shona@logosscotland.org
What personal data we collect
We collect and process only limited personal data. This may include:
- Your name
- Your email address
We do not collect sensitive personal data and do not collect unnecessary information.
How we collect your data
We collect personal data when you:
- Sign up to our newsletter via our website
- Complete a survey we run and explicitly indicate that you are happy to be added to our mailing list
Survey responses are analysed in aggregate unless otherwise stated. Joining our mailing list is always optional.
How we use your data
We use your personal data only to:
- Send newsletters and updates from Logos Scotland
- Share information about our research, events, and publications
- Manage our mailing list and communications
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.
Lawful basis for processing
Under UK GDPR, we process personal data on the basis of:
- Consent – where you have actively opted in to receive communications
- Legitimate interest – where appropriate and proportionate, based on engagement with our work
You may withdraw consent at any time.
Email communications and CRM provider
We use HubSpot as our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and email communications platform.
HubSpot acts as a data processor on our behalf and processes personal data only according to our instructions. All emails we send include an unsubscribe link, allowing you to opt out at any time.
Data storage, security, and international transfers
Personal data is stored securely using HubSpot and appropriate internal safeguards.
Some data may be processed or stored outside the UK, including in the United States. Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses approved under UK data protection law.
We comply fully with UK GDPR requirements regarding the secure storage, retention, and disposal of personal data.
Data retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
Sharing your data
We do not share your personal data with third parties, except where necessary to operate our services (such as through our CRM provider) and only where appropriate safeguards apply.
Your rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Further information is available at:
https://ico.org.uk
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.