Privacy Policy

1. Who we are

This website is operated by Jonathon Roberts (“I”, “me”, “my”) and provides information related to technical SEO and web development. I am based in the United Kingdom.

Website: www.jonathonroberts.co.uk

2. What information is collected and how

• Information you provide: name, email address and any message content when you contact me or subscribe to updates.
• Automatic data: IP address, device and browser details, pages viewed and interactions, collected via standard server logs and analytics (e.g. Google Analytics or similar, if enabled).
• Cookies: small files placed on your device to keep preferences and support analytics or essential site functions.

3. Why I collect your data

• To reply to enquiries and deliver services.
• To send updates or newsletters where you have opted in.
• To monitor site performance and improve user experience using aggregated analytics.

4. Legal basis for processing

Under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, processing is based on:

• Consent – for communications such as newsletters.
• Legitimate interests – to operate and improve the site and services.
• Contract – to take steps at your request prior to entering a contract or to perform a contract.

5. How data is shared

I do not sell or rent your personal data. Data may be processed by trusted service providers (for example, hosting, analytics or email services) who act on my instructions, under contract, and with appropriate safeguards.

6. Cookies and tracking

Cookies may be used to provide core site functionality, remember preferences and run analytics. Where non-essential cookies are used, a consent banner will present options to accept, reject or customise settings. You can also control cookies in your browser settings.

For detail on specific cookies in use, see the site’s cookie settings panel (if present) or contact me.

7. How long data is kept

Personal data collected through contact forms or subscriptions is retained only for as long as necessary to respond to your enquiry or provide services. Analytics data may be retained in aggregated or anonymised form for longer.

8. Your rights

You have rights under UK data protection law, including to:

• Request access to your personal data;
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data;
• Request deletion of your data (the “right to be forgotten”) where applicable;
• Object to or restrict processing in certain circumstances;
• Withdraw consent at any time, without affecting processing carried out before withdrawal;
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

9. Security measures

I use reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data, including secure hosting and encryption where appropriate.

10. Children’s data

This website is not intended for children under 13 and I do not knowingly collect data relating to children.

11. Changes to this policy

This policy may be updated to reflect changes in law or services. The “Last updated” date at the top will be revised accordingly.

12. Contact

To ask questions or exercise your rights, please use the contact details on the site’s Contact page.