Last updated: 11/03/24

At Halfway Somewhere, your privacy is extremely important to me. This Privacy Policy explains how I, Charlotte Bragg, collect, use, and protect your data when you visit my blog, https://halfwaysomewhere.co.uk (referred to as “Halfway Somewhere”). I am committed to being transparent about the data I collect and ensuring your information is handled securely and in compliance with UK data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

The data I Collect

I collect the following types of data:

  • Analytics Data – Halfway Somewhere collects information such as IP addresses, browser types, and details on how you interact with Halfway Somewhere via Google Analytics.
  • Cookies – These are small text files stored on your device that improve your experience and enable me to analyse website traffic.
  • Names and Comments – These are provided if/when you leave a comment or use the contact form on Halfway Somewhere.
  • Email Addresses – If you subscribe to my newsletter I will collect your email address to send updates, news, and promotional content. You can unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link in the email.

Why I Collect Data

I collect data for the following purposes:

  • To improve your experience on Halfway Somewhere.
  • To communicate with you, such as by responding to your comments or messages.
  • To analyse traffic and understand how my visitors use Halfway Somewhere.
  • To provide you with updates and promotional content (if you opt-in via the newsletter).
  • To ensure legal compliance, particularly with regard to cookie consent and GDPR/CCPA requirements.

Cookies and Your Choices

This website uses cookies to enhance your experience and analyse traffic. Cookies may:

  • Store your preferences (e.g., to remember your choice regarding cookies).
  • Help me understand how my visitors interact with Halfway Somewhere.

You can choose to accept or deny cookies when visiting Halfway Somewhere, you can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. However, that if you choose to deny cookies, some features of Halfway Somewhere may not work as intended.

For more information on how cookies are used and to manage your preferences, please refer to the Complianz privacy policy.

Embedded Content from Other Websites

Some pages of Halfway Somewhere may include embedded content such as videos, images, or social media posts from third-party websites (e.g., YouTube, Twitter, Instagram). Embedded content from these external sites behave in the same way as if you were visiting the third-party website directly, meaning these third-party services may collect data about your interactions with the embedded content, including cookies and tracking technologies.

I strive to ensure that any embedded content I include comes from reliable and reputable sources. However, please be aware that I do not have control over the data collection practices of these third-party services. I encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites or services to understand how they collect and use your data, should you have any concerns.

Who I Share your Data With

I share your data with the following third parties:

  • Google Analytics (via Site Kit by Google): This tool helps me understand website traffic and improve Halfway Somewhere. Google Analytics processes data in compliance with their Privacy Policy, and you can read more about how they handle data in their Privacy Policy.
  • Mailchimp (via MC4WP: Mailchimp for WordPress): If you subscribe to my newsletter, Mailchimp will process your email address for sending updates and promotional content. You can unsubscribe at any time. Please refer to Mailchimp’s Privacy Policy for more information.
  • Akismet Anti-Spam: If you leave a comment on the website, Akismet collects data to detect and prevent spam. Akismet processes data such as IP addresses, user agents, and comment content. You can read more about how Akismet collects and processes data in their Privacy Policy.

How I Protect your Data

I take your privacy seriously and protect your data by:

  • Using HTTPS to ensure secure connections when you visit Halfway Somewhere.
  • Limiting data collection to only what is necessary for the purposes outlined above.
  • Using commercially acceptable means to protect your data.

Despite my efforts, no method of transmission over the internet is one hundred percent secure, but I strive to ensure your data is handled with the utmost care.

Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access – You can request access to see all data I have about you.
  • Correction – You can request corrections to your data, if necessary.
  • Deletion – You can ask for your data to be deleted.
  • Consent Withdrawal – You can withdraw your consent for data collection or processing at any time.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please do not hesitate to contact me, either via email or contact form.

Updates to this Privacy Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in my data practices or the law. Any updates will be posted on this page, and the revised policy will take effect immediately.

Should you have any concerns regarding this, I encourage you to review this page periodically.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, or about how I handle your data, please contact me at charlotte@halfwaysomewhere.co.uk.

For my own personal safety and privacy, I do not include a physical address in this Privacy Policy. However, I am fully accessible via email for any inquiries or concerns. I appreciate your understanding and hope you enjoy visiting Halfway Somewhere!

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