Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
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Welcome to petsarewelcome.uk. We take your privacy seriously and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information in accordance with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

Website: https://petsarewelcome.uk
Data Controller: Paul James
Contact Email: [email protected]

2. What Data We Collect

We do not actively collect personal data unless a user contacts us directly. However, we process the following types of information:

  • Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to track website usage. This data is anonymised and does not personally identify users.
  • Contact Form Data: If you contact us via a form or email, we collect the details you provide (such as name and email) solely to respond to your enquiry.
  • Affiliate Tracking: If you click on a link to one of our holiday home partners, this click is tracked via affiliate marketing technology.

3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to improve user experience and track website analytics. We use the CookieYes tool to manage cookie preferences. For details on cookies used and how to opt out, please see our Cookie Policy.

4. How We Use Your Data

We only process personal data when we have a lawful reason to do so, including:

  • Responding to enquiries: If you contact us, we will use your data to respond.
  • Website analytics: Google Analytics helps us improve site performance.
  • Affiliate tracking: To track referrals when a user clicks a holiday home partner link.

We do not send marketing emails or operate a mailing list.

5. Data Storage & Retention

  • Emails are stored securely in our inbox and deleted once the enquiry is resolved.
  • Contact form submissions are stored on our website.
  • We do not collect or store personally identifiable information beyond necessary communications.

6. Sharing of Data

We do not sell or share personal data with third parties, except:

  • Google Analytics: Website usage data is processed by Google.
  • Email communication: We use Gmail to receive and respond to emails.

7. User Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Request access to any personal data we hold about you.
  • Request correction or deletion of your data.
  • Object to processing or request data portability.
  • Withdraw consent for cookie tracking via our Cookie Policy.

To make a data request, please email [email protected].

8. Data Security

We take appropriate measures to protect your data, including:

  • SSL encryption for secure browsing.
  • Access control and firewalls to protect stored data.
  • Cloudflare security features for website protection.

9. Data Breaches

In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify affected users as required by law.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, please contact:

Paul James
Email: [email protected]

This Privacy Policy was last updated in March 2025.

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