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Privacy Policy
Effective Date - 11/04/2025
This website (the "Site") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, manage, and use aggregated data on the Site. Please take the time to read this policy carefully.
The Site is intended for users located within the United Kingdom. As such, our privacy practices are designed to comply with UK data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
1. Personal Data
1a. This Site does not store, collect, or process personal data from its users. We do not request, retain, or distribute any personally identifiable information, such as your name, email address, or contact details, unless explicitly provided by you. While we do not collect personal data ourselves, certain essential technical data (such as IP addresses) may be automatically processed by Wix (our website provider) as part of their hosting and analytics services. This data is handled solely by Wix and is not accessible to us in an identifiable form. Wix processes this information in accordance with their own privacy practices and data protection responsibilities. We advise you review their Privacy Policy for clarification on how they use data.
1b. In the event that personal data is inadvertently collected, we will ensure it is handled in strict compliance with UK data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
1c. This website contains third-party links, including but not limited to crowdfunder.co.uk. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or procedures of these third parties, and we advise you to review their terms and policies before engaging with their services. Additionally, we are not involved in the collection or processing of any data you input on these third-party sites. Any data you provide directly to third parties is governed by their respective privacy policies and not by this website.
1d. Third-party entities with whom we share or from whom we receive aggregated data are subject to the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and are required to comply with all applicable data protection regulations. These third parties must process data in accordance with the UK GDPR, ensuring that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect data and that it is only used for lawful purposes as outlined by the UK GDPR. However, we cannot guarantee that third parties are fully UK GDPR compliant, as no personal data is provided to them.
2. Aggregated Data
2a. We may collect aggregated data to analyse trends, monitor website performance, improve the site and its functionality, enhance marketing efforts, and improve the user experience, including through the use of third-party tools.
2b. Aggregated data includes general usage patterns, visit statistics (such as average page time), post views, traffic sources, session data by location (e.g., city or country), sessions over time, visitor engagement, average pages per session, average duration per session, bounce rate, button click data, behavioural patterns, benchmarks, unique visitors, and returning visitors. This information does not identify individual users and is used solely in an anonymised format to enhance our services and refine marketing efforts.
2c. The legal basis for processing this aggregated data is our legitimate interests in improving the functionality of the Site, enhancing the user experience, and refining our marketing strategies, in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
3. Marketing Purposes
3a. Aggregated data may be used to develop and optimise our marketing strategies. By identifying trends, preferences, and user behaviour, we can target advertisements and relevant content more effectively, ensuring our marketing efforts are aligned with user interests and enhancing overall engagement.
3b. No personal data is used for marketing purposes. All data used for marketing is aggregated, anonymised, and processed in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
4. Performance Purposes
4a. We use aggregated data to assess and improve the performance of our Site and services. This includes understanding user behaviour, measuring the effectiveness of marketing campaigns, tracking user engagement, and identifying areas for optimisation to enhance both the functionality of the Site and user experience.
5. Data Sharing
5a. We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer any personal data, as we do not collect it. In the event that we inadvertently collect personal data, we will not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer it, and we will ensure it is handled in compliance with applicable data protection laws.
5b. Aggregated data may be shared with affiliates and trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating the Site, monitoring performance, or supporting marketing efforts. These third parties are contractually obligated to maintain the confidentiality of this data and to comply with all applicable data protection laws.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
6a. We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect aggregated, anonymised data. These tools help us understand how visitors interact with the Site, monitor traffic, identify errors, and improve your overall experience.
6b. Cookies used on this Site fall into the following categories:
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Essential Cookies – These are necessary for core functions such as security, identity verification, and network management. They are always active and cannot be disabled.
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Marketing Cookies – These help track the effectiveness of advertising campaigns and assist in delivering ads more relevant to your interests.
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Functional Cookies – These store your preferences and choices to provide a more personalised and user-friendly experience.
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Analytics Cookies – These help us understand how visitors interact with the Site, identify issues, and improve performance through analytics.
6c. Before any non-essential cookies are used, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. This banner allows you to enable or disable Marketing, Functional, and Analytics cookies. Essential cookies will always be active as they are required for the proper functioning of the Site.
6d. You can also manage or delete cookies at any time via your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect some features or functionality of the Site.
7. User Rights
7a. Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data, even if we claim not to collect personal data:
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The right to access any personal data we may hold about you.
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The right to request the correction or rectification of any inaccurate personal data.
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The right to request the deletion (erasure) of your personal data, subject to certain legal conditions.
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The right to request the restriction of processing of your personal data in certain circumstances.
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The right to request the transfer of your personal data to another service provider (data portability).
7b. Since we do not collect or process personal data, these rights are generally not applicable. However, if you believe personal data has been inadvertently collected, you may Contact Us to exercise your rights under UK GDPR.
8. Changes to this Privacy Policy
8a. We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time in order to reflect changes in our data processing practices, legal obligations, or operational requirements. Such changes may also arise due to developments in our business, technological advancements, or regulatory updates.
8b. Any changes to this Privacy Policy will be posted on this page, and the "Effective Date" at the top of the policy will be revised to reflect the date of the most recent update. It is your responsibility to regularly review this Privacy Policy to stay informed of any updates or amendments.
8c. You are deemed to have accepted any updates or modifications to this Privacy Policy upon the publication of such changes on the Site. If you do not agree to the updated Privacy Policy, you should cease using the Site and its services.
8d. Continued use of the Site after any modifications to the Privacy Policy constitutes your consent to the updated policy, and you acknowledge that you are bound by the terms of the updated Privacy Policy.
9. Data Retention
9a. We do not collect any personal data, and as such, there are no personal data retention obligations. The retention periods for aggregated data collected for performance monitoring and analysis purposes may vary depending on the third-party tools and services we use.
9b. Since we rely on third-party service providers, such as Wix (who is GDPR compliant), to assist with website performance monitoring and user experience improvements, we encourage you to review their Privacy Policy for further details on their data retention practices. We strive to ensure that any data retention periods on our site are as short as necessary and are in compliance with the requirements of the UK GDPR.
Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or believe personal data has been inadvertently collected and wish to exercise your rights under the UK GDPR, please contact us at: