Privacy & Cookie Policy

I am committed to respecting and protecting your privacy. This policy explains what personal information may be collected through this website, how it is used, and your choices regarding that information.

Information I CollecT

I may collect and store the following personal information when you use this website:

  • Contact Form: If you send me a message, I will receive your name and email address so I can reply.

  • Newsletter Sign-Up: If you subscribe to my newsletter, I will collect your name and email address. This list is managed using Substack.

  • Website Analytics: Squarespace (which hosts this website) automatically collects anonymous usage data (such as page views, traffic sources, and device information). I also use Google Search Console for insights into how the site is found.

  • Embedded Content: Pages may include embedded Instagram feeds or other third-party content, which may set their own cookies and collect data in line with their own privacy policies.

How I Use Your Information

Your information is used only for the purposes for which it was given, for example:

  • To respond to your enquiry.

  • To send you newsletters if you have subscribed (you can unsubscribe at any time).

  • To improve the website and understand how it is being used.

Data Sharing

I do not sell or share your personal information with third parties. However, your data may be processed by:

  • Squarespace, which hosts this website and provides analytics, performance and cookie functionality.

  • Substack, which manages newsletter subscriptions and email delivery.

  • Instagram (Meta Platforms, Inc.), if you view or interact with the embedded Instagram feed. Instagram may collect information in line with their own privacy policy.

Data Retention

  • Emails sent via the contact form may be archived so that I can refer back to them in the future, especially if an enquiry is ongoing.

  • Newsletter subscriber details will be kept until you unsubscribe.

  • Analytics data is retained by Squarespace and Substack in line with their own policies.

Cookies

This website uses cookies and similar technologies provided by Squarespace to:

  • Improve site performance and security.

  • Provide analytics to help me understand how the site is being used.

  • Enable certain features, such as the cookie consent banner.

When you first visit the site, you will see a cookie banner giving you the option to:

  • Accept all cookies, or

  • Manage cookies to choose which categories you allow (performance/analytics, advertising).

Embedded content (such as Instagram) may also set cookies. These are controlled by the third-party provider and not by me. For more details, please see their own cookie and privacy policies.

Your Rights

Under UK and EU data protection laws, you have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal data I hold about you.

  • Request correction or deletion of that data.

  • Withdraw consent to receive newsletters at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in any email.

If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact me using the details below.

Contact

If you have any questions about this policy or how your information is handled, please contact me here.

Policy last reviewed 1.9.25