Privacy Policy.

1. Who we are

This website (chrispdoherty.com) is operated by Chris P Doherty, a sole trader based in the United Kingdom. References to "we", "us" and "our" in this policy refer to Chris P Doherty.

For any questions about this policy or your personal information, you can reach us by using the contact form on the About page.

2. What information we collect

We only collect information you choose to give us. This typically falls into one of the following categories:

• Email list sign-ups — your name (where provided) and email address when you join the waitlist or email list.
• Contact enquiries — your name, email address and the contents of any message you send via a form on this site.
• Technical information — basic information your browser provides automatically, such as IP address, device type and pages visited. This is used for security and to understand how the site is being used.

3. How we use your information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To send you email updates, newsletters and educational content if you have asked to join our email list.
• To respond to enquiries you send through a contact form.
• To keep the site secure and functioning correctly.
• To understand which content is useful, so we can improve it.

We will never sell your personal information, and we will not share it with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Lawful basis for processing

Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases:

• Consent — when you sign up to the email list or send us a message, you are giving us permission to use the information you provide for the stated purpose.
• Legitimate interests — to keep the site running securely and to understand how it is being used.

5. How long we keep your information

We keep your information only for as long as is reasonably necessary:

• Email list contacts are retained until you unsubscribe. Every email we send includes an unsubscribe link.
• Enquiry messages are retained for up to 24 months so we can refer back to previous conversations if needed.
• Technical logs are retained for a short period for security purposes.

6. Who we share your information with

We use a small number of trusted service providers to operate this website and our email list. These providers may process your information on our behalf, under contract, and only for the purposes set out in this policy:

• Hosting — our website is hosted by Hostinger.
• Email list — if you sign up to the email list, your details are stored with our email marketing provider so we can send you the updates you've asked for.

We do not transfer your data outside the UK or European Economic Area except where a provider has appropriate safeguards in place under UK GDPR.

7. Cookies

This website uses a small number of cookies that are strictly necessary for the site to function, and may also set cookies to understand how the site is used. We do not use advertising or tracking cookies for third-party marketing. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.

8. Your rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Ask us to correct any inaccurate information.
• Ask us to delete your information, where we no longer need it for the original purpose.
• Withdraw your consent at any time, where we are relying on consent.
• Object to our processing in certain circumstances.
• Make a complaint to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.

To exercise any of these rights, please get in touch using the contact form on the About page.

9. Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational steps to protect your information. However, no transmission of information over the internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure. You provide your information at your own risk.

10. Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in the way we operate, in the law, or in our service providers. The "last updated" date at the top of the page will always reflect the most recent revision. Significant changes will be highlighted on the homepage where appropriate.