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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 29 March 2026

At Wellow Preservation (accessible from wellowpreservation.org.uk), one of our main priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy document contains types of information that is collected and recorded by our website and how we use it.

1. The Data Controller

The data controller for this website is Wellow Preservation. You can contact us regarding any data protection queries at [email protected].

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you express an interest in obtaining information about us or our activities.

  • Newsletter Signups: When you sign up for our mailing list, we collect your email address .
  • Technical Data: Like most websites, we automatically collect certain information when you visit, such as your IP address, browser type, and usage patterns. This is handled by our hosting provider (IONOS) and our security provider (Cloudflare).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect in the following ways:

  • To send you our newsletter and updates about Wellow Preservation (only if you have opted in).
  • To maintain the security and performance of our website.
  • To comply with legal obligations.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK law, we rely on the following legal bases:

  • Consent: You have given us clear consent to send you marketing emails by ticking a signup box.
  • Legitimate Interests: We process technical data to ensure our website remains secure and functional (e.g., preventing cyber-attacks).

5. Third-Party Data Processors

We do not sell your data. However, we use trusted third-party services to run our site:

  • Sender: We use Sender to manage our email marketing list and send emails. By subscribing, you acknowledge that your information will be transferred to Sender for processing.
  • Cloudflare: We use Cloudflare for DNS and security services.
  • IONOS: Our website and email accounts are hosted by IONOS.

6. International Data Transfers

Our partner, Sender, is located in the United States. Your data is transferred to the US under the UK-US Data Privacy Framework, which ensures your data is protected to a standard equivalent to UK law.

7. Data Retention

We will only keep your personal information for as long as it is necessary for the purposes set out in this policy. If you unsubscribe from our mailing list, your email will be removed from our active marketing records immediately.

8. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR and the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, you have the right to:

  • Access the data we hold about you.
  • Rectify any incorrect information.
  • Delete your data (“The right to be forgotten”).
  • Withdraw Consent at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in our emails.

9. How to Complain

If you have any concerns about our use of your personal information, you can make a complaint to us at [email protected].

You can also complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you are unhappy with how we have used your data. ICO website: https://www.ico.org.uk