Last Updated: November 2025
1. Introduction
Neil Beckett (“I,” “me,” or “my”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit my website neilbeckett.com (the “Site”) or use my services.
I am the data controller for the purposes of the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using this Site or my services, you agree to the terms described here.
2. Information I Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
I may collect personal data you provide directly, such as when you:
- Contact me: Name, email address, and details of your enquiry.
- Request a quote or service: Name, email, phone number, company, website URL, and project details.
- Subscribe to updates: Your email address (if you opt in).
- Make a payment: Name, email, billing address, and payment details (handled securely by third-party processors; I do not store full payment card data).
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Site, I may automatically collect:
- Device information: IP address, browser type, operating system.
- Usage data: Pages visited, time on site, referring website.
- Location data: Approximate location (country or city) based on IP address.
This data helps me understand and improve how people use the Site.
3. How I Use Your Information
I may use your information to:
- Respond to your enquiries or provide requested services.
- Manage projects, invoices, and client communication.
- Improve the Site and services through analytics.
- Send optional updates or resources (if you’ve subscribed).
- Comply with legal or tax obligations.
- Prevent fraud or misuse of the Site.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under the UK GDPR, I process personal data on one or more of the following bases:
- Consent: For example, when you subscribe to updates.
- Contract: To deliver a service or quote you’ve requested.
- Legitimate interests: To improve services or protect the Site.
- Legal obligation: To comply with financial or regulatory requirements.
5. Data Retention
I keep your information only as long as necessary:
- Client and project data: Up to 7 years (for tax and recordkeeping).
- Contact form enquiries: Up to 2 years.
- Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe.
- Analytics data: Typically up to 26 months (aggregated or anonymised).
When no longer needed, data is securely deleted or anonymised.
6. Data Sharing and Third Parties
I only share data with trusted service providers who help me operate the Site or deliver services, such as:
- Website hosting and storage (e.g., SiteGround, Google Drive)
- Email and communication tools (e.g., Namecheap, MailerLite, Gmail)
- Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)
- Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)
These providers are required to protect your information and use it only as instructed.
Your data may also be disclosed if required by law or as part of a legal process.
7. Cookies and Tracking
This Site uses cookies (small files stored on your device) to improve performance and analyse traffic.
Types of cookies used:
- Essential: Required for the Site to function.
- Analytics: Help me understand visitor behaviour (anonymous).
- Functional: Remember preferences, such as form inputs.
You can manage or delete cookies in your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect how the Site functions.
8. Your Rights
Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data.
- Request correction or deletion.
- Restrict or object to processing.
- Withdraw consent (where applicable).
- Request transfer of your data.
To exercise these rights, contact me using the details below. I’ll respond within one month.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data has been mishandled.
9. Data Security
I use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data, including:
- Secure hosting and SSL encryption.
- Limited access to client data.
- Regular updates and security monitoring.
While I take these steps seriously, no system is completely secure, and I cannot guarantee absolute protection.
10. International Transfers
Some third-party services I use may store or process data outside the UK. Where this occurs, I ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses to maintain equivalent data protection.
11. Children’s Privacy
This Site is not directed to individuals under 16. I do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe a child has provided personal data, please contact me immediately.
12. Changes to This Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The latest version will always be posted on this page, with the “Last Updated” date shown at the top.
13. Contact
If you have questions or requests regarding your data, please contact:
Neil Beckett
Email: neil@neilbeckett.com
Website: neilbeckett.com
Response time: Usually within one working day