Privacy Policy
In Effect: 17/11/2025
Last Updated: 17/11/2025
This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect personal data when you visit this website or contact me. I am committed to handling your information responsibly and in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Who I Am
The data controller for this website is:
Alastair Ball
Email: alastairball85@gmail.com
If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, please contact me via the email above.
Information I Collect
Information you provide directly
This includes information you send when you:
Submit the contact form on the website, which you can access here.
Contact me by email
This may include your name, email address, and the content of your message.
Information collected automatically
Squarespace automatically collects basic technical data when you visit the website, including:
IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
Pages visited and referring website
Time spent on the site
This information is gathered through Squarespace Analytics and is used to ensure the website functions properly and to monitor performance.
Cookies
This website uses cookies for essential website functionality and for analytics purposes. Non-essential cookies will only be used if you give consent through the cookie banner.
For full details, please see the Cookie Policy.
How I Use Your Data
Your personal data may be used to:
Respond to your messages and enquiries
Provide information or quotes
Maintain and improve website performance
Keep the website secure
Comply with legal obligations
I do not use your data for automated decision-making or profiling.
Legal Basis for Processing
I process personal data under the following lawful bases:
Consent – when you submit a contact form or accept non-essential cookies
Legitimate interests – for website maintenance, security, and responding to enquiries
Legal obligation – where necessary to comply with the law
How Your Data Is Stored
I store and manage personal data using trusted service providers, including:
Gmail for email communications
Google Drive for document storage
These providers use industry-standard security measures to protect data.
I do not sell personal information.
Sharing Your Data
Your data may be shared only when necessary, such as:
With service providers that support the website (e.g. Squarespace, Google)
To comply with a legal obligation
To prevent fraud or protect legal rights
I do not share personal data with third parties for marketing.
Links to Other Websites
This website includes links to external websites, articles, and videos. Once you leave my site, I am not responsible for how those websites collect or use your data. Please review their own privacy policies before interacting with them.
How Long I Keep Your Data
I keep personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected. This may include:
Enquiry emails or contact form submissions: typically up to 12 months, unless we begin an ongoing working relationship
Technical and analytics data: retained according to Squarespace’s policies
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data
Object to or restrict processing
Withdraw consent at any time (if processing is based on consent)
Make a complaint to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
To exercise these rights, please contact me using the email provided above.
Children’s Data
This website is not intended for children under 13, and I do not knowingly collect personal data relating to children.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in legislation or website features. The “Last Updated” date will be amended when changes are made.