[OLD] We need you! Opt-in to transfer your discussion boards data

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16/09/24 MOD NOTE: This email hasn't been sent out yet as we're still sorting out the details with our legal team. Once we know when you need to opt-in, we'll update this thread.

Hey everyone,

If you haven't heard the news yet, The Mix and Mental Health Innovations are merging to become one charity! You can read all about it here.

As part of the merger, we've been working behind the scenes to make sure your data stays safe and that we comply with all the necessary laws and policies. Currently, your data — like your account info, posts, ranks and threads from the discussion boards — is hosted in Canada, since that’s where our tech provider for the discussion boards is based.

With the merger, we need you to opt-in and let us know if you're happy for us to move your data securely from Canada so it's hosted closer to our UK base under UK/EU data laws.

We'll need your help soon!

We'll be sending emails early next week for you to opt-in and give your consent for the transfer of your data. With your consent, we'll be able to transfer your accounts, posts, threads and rankings.

For those who don't opt-in, your posts will be anonymised and your account won't be transferred over.

We have a tight deadline to work towards! We'll need everyone to opt-in by Sunday 15th September.

If you have any questions, feel free to drop them below

JustV

Not yet @Dancer - our legal team is still dotting the I's and crossing the T's.

You'll know once it's out. We'll shout about it here.