Our Privacy Policy
As the team behind Visiting Purbeck, we believe in being clear about how we collect and use your information, just as we’re clear about recommending the best coastal walks or local events. This Privacy Policy explains our practices concerning the personal data we collect from you, whether you’re reading our Isle of Purbeck guide or getting in touch about a local stay. We are committed to handling your data responsibly and in compliance with applicable laws, including the GDPR for our visitors in the United Kingdom and the European Economic Area.
What Information We Collect
To provide and improve our travel guide services, we collect information in two primary ways. This helps us tailor content, from guides to Durdle Door on the Jurassic Coast to the latest Purbeck Litfest schedule, and respond effectively to your enquiries.
Information You Provide
This is data you give us directly. Examples include your name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter, use our contact form to ask about holiday accommodation, or enter a competition. We only ask for information necessary for the specific service you request.
Information Collected Automatically
When you browse our site, we automatically collect certain technical data. This includes your IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages you view. This data helps us understand how visitors navigate our content, identifying popular guides like those for Arne nature reserve or the Encombe Estate.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and understand site performance, much like we analyse which Purbeck Isle pages are most visited.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files placed on your device. They help our website remember your preferences (like language settings) and allow us to see which content resonates most with our audience, ensuring we focus on what matters to you.
Managing Cookie Preferences
You can control cookie settings through your browser. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when they are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of our website.
Analytics and Performance Data
We measure our site’s performance to continuously improve the quality of our Dorset tourism content.
How We Use Analytics
We use Google Analytics to collect aggregated data about site traffic and user behaviour. This shows us, for instance, whether our guides to coastal walks or village features like Church Knowle are helpful, informing our future editorial plans.
Data Anonymisation
We configure our analytics to anonymise IP addresses and do not allow Google to use or share our analytics data for any other purpose. The reports we see are based on aggregated, non-personally identifiable information.
Third-Party Services and Data Sharing
We engage trusted third-party service providers to support our website’s operations and content. We never sell your personal data.
Service Providers
These include providers for email distribution, website hosting, and analytics (like Google Analytics). They process data on our behalf under strict contractual terms to protect your information.
Embedded Content from Other Websites
Articles on our site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, maps, social media posts). Additionally, our editorial content may feature or link to topics such as online casino and sports betting entertainment. Embedded content from other websites behaves as if you visited that other site, which has its own privacy policy.
Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are located in the United Kingdom or EEA, you have specific rights under the GDPR regarding your personal data.
List of Your Key Rights
- The right to access the personal data we hold about you.
- The right to request correction of inaccurate data.
- The right to request deletion of your personal data.
- The right to object to or restrict certain processing.
- The right to data portability.
How to Exercise Them
To exercise any of these rights concerning data linked to your use of our site, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request in accordance with UK data protection law.
How Long We Keep Your Data
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes we collected it for, including legal or reporting requirements.
Retention Principles
Our retention periods are based on the nature of the data and the reason for its collection. We periodically review the data we hold and delete what is no longer needed.
Examples of Retention Periods
Newsletter subscription data is kept until you unsubscribe. Enquiry data, such as questions about holiday accommodation, is typically retained for a reasonable period to handle follow-up communication, usually up to two years, unless a longer period is required.
Contacting Us About Privacy
Your privacy is important to us, and we welcome your questions and feedback on this policy.
Primary Contact Method
For any privacy-specific requests or questions, please email us directly at [email protected]. Please use “Privacy Request” in the subject line to help us direct your enquiry promptly.
Our Commitment
Our team is committed to addressing your concerns and will handle all privacy enquiries with care and in a timely manner, in line with our obligations under UK jurisdiction.
We encourage you to check this page periodically, as we may update it just as we update our travel guides to the Encombe Estate or local event listings.