Last updated: 15 March 2026
Your privacy matters. This page explains what personal information this website collects, how it is used, and how it is kept safe, including details about cookies, analytics, and advertising.
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About this site
This website shares local news, events, and community updates.
Website: https://brightsparksguide.org.uk
We follow UK data protection law (GDPR) and handle all information responsibly.
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Information collected
1. Newsletter sign-up
If you join our mailing list, we collect your email address (and name if provided). This information is used only to send you newsletters and updates you have requested.
Legal basis: your consent.
Third-party sharing: Your newsletter data is processed by our email service provider (The WordPress Newsletter Plugin). We do not share your personal data with other third parties.
2. Website visits
We may collect anonymous information about how the site is used, including:
• Pages visited
• Time spent on each page
• Device type and browser used
• Approximate location (city or region level)
This data does not personally identify you and is used to improve the website and user experience.
Legal basis: legitimate interests.
Third-party sharing: We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous site usage data. Google may process this information in accordance with its privacy policies: Google Analytics
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Cookies and consent
This site uses cookies, which are small files stored on your device to make the site work properly and improve your experience.
Types of cookies used:
1. Essential cookies – Remember basic preferences and settings.
2. Analytics cookies – Collect anonymous visitor data to understand site usage and improve performance.
You can manage cookies or withdraw consent at any time through your browser settings. Please note that blocking essential cookies may affect site functionality.
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How your information is used
Your information may be used to:
- Send newsletters (if subscribed)
- Respond to questions or messages you send
- Analyse the site and improve content
We do not sell your personal data.
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Your rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- See the data we hold about you
- Ask for your data to be corrected or deleted
- Withdraw consent at any time (e.g., unsubscribe from the newsletter or manage cookie preferences)
- Complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you are unhappy with how your data is handled
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How long data is kept
- Newsletter data: until you unsubscribe
- Contact form messages: up to 12 months
- Analytics data: stored anonymously by Google for up to 26 months
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Keeping your data safe
• Data is stored securely using encrypted connections (HTTPS) and password-protected systems.
• Only trusted individuals have access to your information.
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Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time if new features, services, or legal requirements are added. The “last updated” date shows when it was most recently reviewed.
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Contact
If you have any questions about privacy, cookies, or how your data is handled, please contact us:
Email: hello@brightsparksguide.org.uk