At Make Do and Friends, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

• Personal Details: Name, email address, and any information you provide when subscribing to newsletters, leaving comments, or contacting us.
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device details, and website usage data collected via cookies and analytics tools.
• Engagement Data: Information on how you interact with our content, such as pages visited, reading preferences, and time spent on the site.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your personal data is used to:

• Provide content, updates, and personalised recommendations.
• Respond to enquiries, comments, or feedback.
• Improve website functionality and enhance user experience.
• Analyse visitor behaviour to optimise content strategy.
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent: When you opt-in for newsletters or voluntarily provide your information.
• Legitimate Interests: To analyse trends, enhance user experience, and improve our content.
• Legal Compliance: To fulfil legal obligations and respond to regulatory requirements.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. However, we may share your data with:

• Service Providers: Third-party platforms that help manage website hosting, email communications, and analytics.
• Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights and interests.

All third-party service providers are required to handle your data securely and in compliance with data protection laws.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience, track website performance, and analyse visitor interactions. Cookies help us understand how you engage with our content. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. When no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymise your data.

7. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Correct inaccuracies in your personal information.
• Request deletion of your data, subject to legal requirements.
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.
• Object to certain types of data processing.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

8. Data Security

We implement security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. However, no online platform can be 100% secure, and we encourage you to take precautions when sharing information online.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and recommend reviewing their policies separately.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page, with the latest revision date indicated.

11. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact.