1. Introduction

James Winsbury (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates jameswinsbury.co.uk (the “Site”). We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data when you use our website or services.

Your data is handled in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.


2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

Site Data

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect technical information, including:

  • Internet Protocol (IP) address

  • Browser type and version

  • Time zone setting

  • Operating system and platform

This data is anonymised where possible and used solely for website security, analytics, and performance optimisation.

Information you provide

You may provide personal data by contacting us via email or through forms on the Site, such as your name, email address, and details of your enquiry.


3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To provide services: To perform contracts or take steps prior to entering into a contract with you

  • To communicate: To respond to enquiries or notify you of changes to our services or schedule

  • To improve our website: To monitor usage and improve functionality and user experience

  • To comply with legal obligations: Including accounting, tax, and regulatory requirements


4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we process personal data under the following lawful bases:

  • Contractual Necessity: Where processing is required to fulfil a contract with you

  • Legitimate Interests: For operating, maintaining, and securing our website, provided your rights are not overridden

  • Consent: Where you have given explicit consent (e.g. marketing communications), which can be withdrawn at any time


5. Cookies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to distinguish you from other users and improve your experience. Cookies help us analyse website traffic and improve site performance.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. 


6. Data Security & Storage

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against accidental loss, unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure.

Personal data is stored securely and only retained for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.


7. Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third parties who support our website or business operations (e.g. hosting or email services), subject to confidentiality obligations

  • Legal Obligations: Where disclosure is required by law, regulation, or a court order


8. Your Rights

Under data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access – request a copy of your personal data

  • Rectification – request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data

  • Erasure – request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances

  • Restriction – request limitation of processing in certain circumstances

  • Object – object to processing based on legitimate interests

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@jameswinsbury.co.uk.


9. Complaints

If you have concerns about how we handle your personal data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):

www.ico.org.uk

We would, however, appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns first.


10. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites. These websites have their own privacy policies, and we do not accept responsibility or liability for their content or practices. Please review their privacy policies before submitting any personal data.