Last updated: 21 November 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, store and protect your personal information when you visit this website, interact with my content, subscribe to updates, or pre-order my publications. I am committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
1. Information I May Collect
I may collect the following categories of data:
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Name and email address (e.g., when subscribing or contacting me)
- Payment-related data if you pre-order a book (processed securely by third-party payment providers; I do not see or store payment card details)
- Any information you voluntarily submit through the contact form
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
Like most websites, basic technical data may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Cookies (where applicable—see Section 6)
This data helps me understand site usage and improve the visitor experience.
2. How Your Information Is Used
I may use your information for the following purposes:
- To provide updates on new blog posts, publications, and projects
- To process book pre-orders through secure third-party platforms
- To respond to messages and enquiries
- To maintain website security and detect misuse
- To analyse website traffic and improve functionality
I do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to anyone.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
I rely on the following legal bases under UK GDPR:
- Consent – when you subscribe, contact me, or agree to cookies
- Contractual necessity – for processing pre-order fulfilment
- Legitimate interests – for website analytics and security purposes
You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting me.
4. How Your Information Is Stored and Protected
I take reasonable technical and organisational steps to protect your data, including:
- Secure hosting
- Limited access to personal information
- Encryption where appropriate
- Use of reputable, GDPR-compliant service providers
However, no internet transmission is ever 100% secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.
5. Sharing Your Information
I may share data only when necessary:
- Service providers such as email subscription platforms, hosting providers, and payment processors
- Legal obligations, if required to comply with law enforcement, court orders, or legal processes
I do not give access to any third parties for advertising or marketing purposes beyond what is necessary to operate the site.
6. Cookies
This site may use cookies to:
- Improve functionality
- Analyse traffic
- Remember user preferences
You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
7. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion
- Withdraw consent
- Object to certain processing
- Request data portability
To exercise any of these rights, please contact me directly.
8. External Links
This website may contain links to external websites (e.g., Amazon).
I am not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.
Please review their policies before providing any personal information.
9. Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under 16, and I do not knowingly collect data from minors.
10. Changes to This Policy
I may update this Policy occasionally. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
11. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact me at:
Email: justice@buppha.com
