Privacy Policy
Last Updated: February 2026
Introduction
PracticalWeight ("we", "us", "our") operates this educational website. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information in compliance with UK GDPR and other applicable privacy regulations.
Information We Collect
We collect minimal information. The only user-provided data we collect is:
- Email address - Only when you voluntarily submit the contact form
- Message content - Only when you voluntarily submit the contact form
Cookies and Tracking
PracticalWeight uses only essential cookies required for basic site functionality. We do not use:
- Marketing or tracking cookies
- Analytics cookies
- Behavioral tracking tools
- Third-party advertising pixels
Essential cookies only: We use cookies to maintain session functionality and store your cookie consent preference.
Use of Information
Information collected through the contact form is used only for:
- Responding to your inquiry
- Basic site operations
We do not:
- Share information with third parties
- Use information for marketing
- Sell or trade any data
- Use information beyond responding to your message
Legal Basis (UK GDPR)
We process limited information based on:
- Legitimate interest - Maintaining basic website functionality
- Consent - For non-essential cookie storage (explicitly requested)
Data Retention
Contact form submissions are retained for up to 90 days, then deleted. Cookie data is retained according to your browser settings.
Your Rights (UK GDPR)
You have the right to:
- Access - Request what data we hold about you
- Rectification - Request corrections to inaccurate data
- Erasure - Request deletion of your data (right to be forgotten)
- Restriction - Request limitation of data processing
- Portability - Request your data in a portable format
- Object - Object to certain processing
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any privacy rights, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Address: 47 Foxglove Lane, Nottingham NG9 2RS, United Kingdom
We will respond to rights requests within 30 days as required by UK GDPR.
Third-Party Services
This website uses:
- Bootstrap CSS - For layout and styling (no data collection)
- Google Fonts - For typography (minimal, essential only)
- jQuery and Popper.js - For interactive functionality (no data collection)
These services do not collect personal data about website visitors for marketing or tracking purposes.
International Data Transfers
As a UK-based resource, we operate under UK law and retain all data within the UK or appropriate jurisdictions. We do not transfer personal data internationally without proper safeguards.
Contact & Complaints
For privacy questions or concerns:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 115 937 4821
Address: 47 Foxglove Lane, Nottingham NG9 2RS, United Kingdom
Policy Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Significant changes will be communicated. Continued use of the site indicates acceptance of updates.