
Privacy Policy, Consent, Terms & Conditions
Unified Terms, Privacy & Cookie Policy
Last updated: August 2025
Canary Islands
This document applies to TheLongWalkGranCanaria.com and our brand sites operated by the same Association, including
TheCanaryNews.com, TheCanaryGuide.com, TheCanaryAwards.com, PuertoRicoDeGranCanaria.com,
LoveGranCanaria.com, TheFoodProject.es, and other sites we run for our charitable mission (collectively, the “Network”).
If a specific site shows extra terms, those add to this document for that site.
We provide publicity solely as part of annual fundraising in return for sponsorships, donations and in-kind partnerships; we do not enter into commercial advertising contracts.
1. About & Scope
Controller
Asoc. The Long Walk La Gran Caminata
Association No.: G1/S1/24326-19/GC • Tax ID: G76354695
C/ El Roque Grande 4a, El Rincón de Tenteniguada, 35216, Valsequillo de Gran Canaria, Spain
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Website: TheLongWalkGranCanaria.com
Volunteer-led, not-for-profit. Publicity exists only as recognition within our fundraising.
By using any site in our Network, or registering as a participant, sponsor, donor, or volunteer, you agree to this unified Terms, Privacy and Cookies policy.
2. Lawful Bases (GDPR/UK)
- Contract – registrations, sponsorships/donations we acknowledge, or services you request.
- Consent – optional communications, cookies/analytics, and media where required.
- Legitimate Interests – record-keeping, event safety, platform security, mission reporting.
- Legal Obligation – accounting, tax, lawful requests.
3. Data We Collect
3.1 You provide
- Identity & contact; registrations; volunteer availability.
- Sponsorship/donation info and recognition preferences.
- Form messages; consent choices.
3.2 Collected automatically
- IP, device/browser, pages viewed, timestamps.
- Approximate location (from IP), cookies/analytics.
3.3 Sensitive data
We do not seek special category data. If health info is volunteered for safety, we process only for that purpose with appropriate safeguards.
4. How We Use Data
- Organise and administer events, hikes and fundraising.
- Recognise sponsors/donors; manage volunteers.
- Operate/secure sites; improve user experience and mission outcomes.
- Publicity linked to our charitable mission (not commercial advertising).
- Compliance with legal/reporting obligations.
We do not sell personal data.
5. Sponsorships & Non-Commercial Stance
Publicity is provided solely as part of our annual charity fundraising. We do not enter commercial advertising contracts. All sponsorships, donations and in-kind partnerships are treated as voluntary funds administered at the Board’s sole discretion for event costs, marketing, logistics, planning and charitable disbursements to initiatives we choose to support. Contributions are non-refundable except where the law requires.
6. Participants & Volunteers
- You confirm you are fit for chosen activities and will follow safety guidance and local laws.
- No misuse of our platforms or content.
- Participation in outdoor activities is at your own risk (see Liability).
7. Media & Publicity
We may capture photos/video at events for mission-related communications and legitimate interests. Where required, we’ll request consent. If you prefer not to appear, tell an organiser on the day or email us in advance.
8. Intellectual Property
All site content (text, images, graphics, logos, layouts) is owned by Asoc. The Long Walk La Gran Caminata or used with permission. Use requires prior written consent.
10. E-commerce & Payments
WooCommerce
- Used for voluntary donations, sponsorships, registrations, and occasional campaign merchandise (e.g., T-shirts).
- Stores order metadata and your contact/shipping details. We do not store full card numbers on our servers.
- Order data may be retained for accounting, tax, fraud prevention and audit purposes.
More: WooCommerce Cookies • WooCommerce Privacy
Payment processors
- Stripe (cards & wallets): payment info is sent directly to Stripe; we do not receive full card numbers. Stripe Privacy • Legal
- PayPal (accounts & cards processed by PayPal): we receive confirmation and limited payer details. PayPal Privacy • User Agreement
Campaign merchandise disclaimer
Any merchandise supplied (e.g., T-shirts) is provided as-is as part of charitable recognition. No guarantees as to quality, fitness for a particular purpose, durability, or availability (statutory consumer rights remain unaffected).
Shipping & fulfilment
- We may share name, address, phone and email with postal/courier or print/fulfilment partners solely to deliver your order.
- Campaign partners handling fulfilment act under contract for that limited purpose.
12. Security
We use SSL/TLS and reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect data. No online service can be 100% secure.
13. Children
We do not knowingly market to or sell services to children. Use by under-18s requires parental/guardian consent.
14. Your Rights (EU/UK/US)
EU/UK (GDPR & UK DPA)
Access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, objection, and withdrawal of consent (without affecting prior processing).
California (CCPA/CalOPPA)
You may request details of personal information we hold and request deletion. We do not sell personal information. We honour “Do Not Track” signals where technically feasible.
To exercise rights, email [email protected] (subject: “Data Protection Request”). We will verify your identity.
15. Disclaimers & Liability
Services are provided “as-is”. Participation in hikes/events is at your own risk. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim warranties and liability for indirect or consequential loss. Nothing excludes liability where prohibited by law.
16. Governing Law
Spanish law applies. Courts of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria have jurisdiction, subject to mandatory consumer protections.
17. Complaints
We aim to resolve issues amicably via [email protected]. Supervisory authorities:
- Spain (AEPD): aepd.es
- UK (ICO): ico.org.uk/concerns
18. Changes
We may update this page periodically. The version posted at the time of use applies. Consider saving a copy for your records.
19. Contact
C/ El Roque Grande 4a, El Rincón de Tenteniguada,
35216, Valsequillo de Gran Canaria, Spain
Email: [email protected]
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