Privacy Policy for Maker Community (makercommunity.co.uk)

Last updated: 29 March 2025

At Maker Community, your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website.

1. Who We Are

Maker Community
Website: https://www.makercommunity.co.uk
Contact: Contact Us

2. What Data We Collect

We only collect minimal personal data when you:

We do not collect sensitive personal information or track you across other websites.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your information to:

• Respond to messages or enquiries
• Send occasional email updates if you've subscribed
• Monitor site usage to improve user experience

We do not sell, rent, or trade your data.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under the following legal bases:

• Consent – for email subscriptions or contact form submissions
• Legitimate interest – to maintain and improve the website

You can withdraw consent at any time by emailing us.

5. Cookies & Analytics

We use basic cookies and tools like Google Analytics to:

• Understand how the site is used
• Improve performance and content

You can manage cookie settings via your browser at any time.

6. Data Sharing

We may use trusted third-party services (like email providers or analytics platforms) to help operate our site. They only access what’s necessary and are GDPR-compliant.

We never share your data for marketing purposes with other companies.

7. Data Retention

• Contact form submissions: kept for up to 12 months
• Email newsletter data: kept until you unsubscribe
• Analytics data: stored in aggregate for up to 26 months

8. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccuracies
• Request deletion
• Object to processing
• Lodge a complaint with the ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office)

To exercise these rights, contact us: Contact Us

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted here with an updated date.