This policy explains how personal data is collected and used when you visit this site, operated by Gavin Poynton as a personal blog and commentary platform. No services are sold through this site.
Data Controller
Gavin Poynton is the data controller for personal data collected through this site. Contact via the contact page.
What Data Is Collected
- Contact form: Name, email address, and message content — used solely to respond to your enquiry.
- Analytics: This site may use anonymised analytics provided by the hosting platform. No personally identifiable information is retained.
- Cookies: Essential cookies may be placed by Hostinger for site functionality. No third-party tracking or advertising cookies are set.
Lawful Basis for Processing
Legitimate interest: Responding to contact enquiries; understanding site traffic in aggregate.
Consent: Where required for non-essential cookies.
Data Retention
Contact form submissions are retained for up to 12 months. Analytics data is held in anonymised, aggregated form only. Personal data is not retained beyond what is necessary for the stated purpose.
Your Rights Under UK GDPR
You have the right to access the personal data held about you; request rectification of inaccurate data; request erasure; object to or restrict processing; and lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office at https://ico.org.uk. To exercise any of these rights, contact via the contact page.
Third-Party Services
The web hosting supplier for GavinPoynton.co.uk acts as a data processor under their own terms and privacy policy. No personal data is sold, rented, or shared with third parties for marketing purposes.
Affiliate Links
Where affiliate links appear on this site, they will be clearly disclosed. Clicking an affiliate link does not affect the price you pay. Only products or services considered genuinely useful are referenced.
Changes to This Policy
This policy may be updated from time to time. The date at the top reflects the last revision. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.