1. GDPR Consent Statement

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Consent to Store and Process Personal Information

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By registering with the Matrimonial Service provided by Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara, you consent to the collection, storage, and processing of your personal information for the purpose of matrimonial introductions and related administration.

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The information you provide may include:

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• Personal details

• Contact information

• Religious and lifestyle preferences

• Photographs

• Family information

• Match preferences

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Your data will:

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• Be stored securely

• Only be accessible by authorised Matrimonial Service administrators

• Not be sold or shared with third parties without consent

• Be processed in accordance with UK GDPR and Data Protection legislation

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You may request:

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• Access to your information

• Correction of inaccurate information

• Removal of your profile and data

• Withdrawal of consent at any time

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Consent

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2. Matrimonial Service Terms & Conditions

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2.1. Accuracy of Information

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Applicants must ensure all information submitted is truthful, accurate, and complete.

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2.2 Eligibility

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Applicants must:

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• Be aged 18 or over

• Be legally free to marry

• Provide genuine and accurate information

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2.3 Confidentiality

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• All profiles and information will be treated confidentially and shared only with suitable prospective matches who have provided consent.

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2.4 Conduct

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Users must:

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• Behave respectfully

• Do not misuse contact information

• Do not harass or pressure other members

• Maintain honesty throughout the process

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2.5 Verification

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Guru Nanak Darbar reserves the right to:

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• Request proof of identity

• Request supporting documentation

• Suspend or remove profiles where concerns arise

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2.6 No Guarantee

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The Matrimonial Service aims to assist introductions, but cannot guarantee:

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• Compatibility

• Marriage outcomes

• Accuracy of information supplied by applicants

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2.7 Removal of Profiles

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Guru Nanak Darbar may remove profiles where:

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• False information is provided

• Inappropriate behaviour occurs

• Safeguarding concerns arise

• Terms are breached

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Terms & Conditions

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3. The Matrimonial Service is operated by Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara.

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What Information We Collect

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We may collect:

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• Name

• Date of birth

• Address

• Contact details

• Religious preferences

• Family information

• Photographs

• Match preferences

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Why We Collect Your Information

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Your information is used solely for:

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• Matrimonial matching

• Profile administration

• Communication regarding introductions

• Safeguarding and verification purposes

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How Long We Keep Data

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Profiles and personal data may be retained for:

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• The duration of active membership

• A limited period afterwards for administration and safeguarding purposes

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Your Rights

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Under UK GDPR you have the right to:

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• Access your data

• Correct inaccuracies

• Request deletion

• Withdraw consent

• Lodge complaints with the ICO

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4. Profile Sharing Consent

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In order to facilitate suitable matrimonial introductions, limited profile information may be shared with prospective matches approved by the Matrimonial Service team.

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Shared information may include:

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• First name

• Age

• Education

• Profession

• Religious background

• Interests

• Photographs

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Personal contact details will not be shared without permission.

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Profile Sharing Consent

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5. Safeguarding & Reporting Policy

 

Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and secure matrimonial service for all applicants.

 

Users Must Not:

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• Harass or intimidate others

• Share inappropriate material

• Provide false information

• Pressure individuals into communication or meetings

• Engage in abusive, discriminatory, or threatening behaviour

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Reporting Concerns

 

Any safeguarding concerns, inappropriate behaviour, or misuse of the service should be reported immediately to the Matrimonial Service Team. Reports may include:

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• Harassment

• Fraudulent profiles

• Misrepresentation

• Unsafe behaviour

• Unwanted communication

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How to Report

 

📧 safeguarding@gndg.org

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Investigation Process

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All concerns will:

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• Be treated confidentially

• Be reviewed promptly

• Be investigated appropriately

• Potentially result in profile suspension or removal

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Where necessary, concerns may be referred to:

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• Trustees

• Safeguarding leads

• Police or relevant authorities

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User Responsibility

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Users are encouraged to:

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• Conduct their own due diligence

• Meet safely in public places

• Involve family members where appropriate

• Exercise caution when sharing personal information

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Safeguarding Acknowledgement