1. Introduction
This privacy policy explains how JogPost Reviews ("we", "us" or "our") collects, uses and protects personal data when you visit jogpostreviews.co.uk. We are committed to respecting your privacy and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
2. What Data We Collect
When you browse this website, we may collect the following types of data:
- Server logs: Your IP address, browser type, referring page and access time. This is stored automatically by our hosting provider for security and diagnostic purposes.
- Analytics data: Anonymous usage statistics via privacy-focused analytics tools. We do not use this data to identify individual visitors.
- Contact data: If you email us, we retain your email address and the contents of your message solely to respond to your enquiry.
We do not collect sensitive personal data such as health information, political opinions or financial details.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, we process personal data on the following lawful bases:
- Legitimate interests: Server logs and analytics help us maintain security, fix errors and improve the website experience.
- Consent: Where cookies or similar technologies require consent under the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), we ask for your permission before placing them. You can manage or withdraw consent at any time via our cookie banner.
- Performance of a contract / legitimate interest: If you contact us, we process your data to respond to your enquiry.
4. How We Use Your Data
We use collected data only for the following purposes:
- To keep the website secure and operational
- To diagnose and fix technical issues
- To understand how visitors use the site and improve content
- To respond to emails and enquiries
We do not use your data for automated decision-making or profiling.
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent or trade personal data. We may share anonymised analytics with third-party service providers who help us operate the site. These providers act as data processors under UK GDPR and are bound by confidentiality obligations.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies only where necessary for site functionality or where you have given consent. For a full breakdown of cookie types, purposes and duration, please see our Cookie Policy.
7. Data Retention
Server logs are retained for up to 90 days. Analytics data is retained in anonymised form for up to 26 months. Email correspondence is retained for up to 12 months after the last interaction, unless you request earlier deletion.
8. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request erasure of your personal data (the "right to be forgotten")
- Object to or restrict certain types of processing
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details on our About This Site page.
9. Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data from unauthorised access, alteration or destruction. This includes encrypted connections (HTTPS), access controls and regular security reviews.
10. Third-Party Links
This site contains links to jogpost.co.uk and other external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before submitting any personal data.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or our practices. The latest version will always be published on this page with the review date at the top.
12. Contact
For questions about this privacy policy or to exercise your data rights, please contact the site editorial team. Contact details are available on our About This Site page.