Legal & Privacy Policy

Terms of use & Legal & Privacy Policy

Last updated: 13/10/2025

1. About This Website

This website (“we”, “our”, “us”) is operated for informational and community purposes. By using our site, you agree to the terms below. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

2. Personal Data We Collect

  • Analytics data via Google Analytics (pages visited, device type, general location, time on page).
  • Subscription and payment details handled through PayPal. We do not store or have access to your full card or bank details.
  • Contact details you provide when emailing or subscribing (name, email address, and any message contents).

3. Lawful Basis for Processing

  • Consent – for analytics cookies and marketing communication opt-ins.
  • Contract – to manage paid subscriptions or member access.
  • Legitimate interests – to maintain and improve the website’s functionality and security.

4. Cookies & Analytics

This website uses cookies to make your experience better and to understand how visitors use the site.

Types of cookies:

  • Necessary cookies: Enable core site functions (these cannot be disabled).
  • Analytics cookies (Google Analytics): Track page visits and traffic sources. We use IP anonymisation and no advertising identifiers.

You can adjust or withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time through your browser settings or via the site’s cookie banner.

5. Payments via PayPal Subscriptions

When you choose to subscribe or donate via PayPal, you are redirected to PayPal’s secure platform. PayPal acts as an independent controller of your payment information. We receive confirmation of your payment and subscription status only — not your full financial details.

See PayPal’s privacy policy: PayPal Privacy Policy.

6. How We Store & Protect Your Data

We store limited data on secure servers and take reasonable steps to prevent unauthorised access or misuse. We retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above or as required by law.

7. Your Rights (UK GDPR)

  • Access your data
  • Request correction or deletion
  • Withdraw consent
  • Lodge a complaint with the ICO: ico.org.uk

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.

8. Links to Other Sites

Our site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

9. Disclaimer

While we aim to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no warranties or representations about the accuracy, reliability or completeness of any content on this site.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or your data, contact us via this website.