At Viral Glint, we are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you visit our website or interact with us.
By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
Viral Glint is an independent blog providing insights on business, technology, and culture.
Contact Details:
- Phone: +44 079 8310 3177
- Email: [email protected]
- Address: 33 Hampton Ct Rd, Harborne, Birmingham B17 9AF, United Kingdom
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please get in touch with us via the above contact details.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of information:
(a) Information You Provide Directly
- Name, email address, and phone number (if you contact us).
- Any information you share when subscribing to our newsletter, leaving comments, or filling out forms.
(b) Information Collected Automatically
- IP address, browser type, and operating system.
- Usage data, such as the pages you visit, the time you spend on the site, and how you navigate.
- Cookies and similar technologies (see Section 7).
(c) Third-Party Data
- Information collected via trusted analytics and advertising partners (e.g., Google Analytics).
3. How We Use Your Information
We process personal data only where we have a lawful basis under UK GDPR. Your data may be used for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve our website.
- To respond to enquiries, comments, or support requests.
- To send newsletters, updates, and marketing communications (if you have opted in).
- To analyse traffic, improve user experience, and understand visitor behaviour.
- To comply with legal obligations.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We rely on the following legal grounds to process your personal data:
- Consent – when you sign up for newsletters or accept cookies.
- Legitimate Interests – to improve our services and maintain website security.
- Legal Obligation – to comply with UK laws and regulations.
5. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your data. However, we may share information with:
- Service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, email delivery services).
- Legal authorities if required to comply with applicable laws.
- Business transfers if our blog is merged, acquired, or sold.
All third parties are required to respect the confidentiality and security of your personal data.
6. Data Retention
We keep your data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:
- Contact information: retained while you remain subscribed.
- Analytics data: retained for up to 26 months.
- Legal and compliance data: retained as required by UK law.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to:
- Enhance site functionality.
- Remember user preferences.
- Analyse website traffic.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. For more details, please see our Cookie Policy (available separately).
8. Your Data Protection Rights (UK GDPR)
As a UK resident, you have the following rights:
- Right to Access – request a copy of your personal data.
- Right to Rectification – correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure – request deletion of your personal information.
- Right to Restrict Processing – limit how we use your data.
- Right to Data Portability – receive your data in a structured format.
- Right to Object – stop processing based on legitimate interests.
- Right to Withdraw Consent – withdraw consent at any time.
To exercise your rights, contact us at: [email protected]
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): https://ico.org.uk
9. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no online service can guarantee complete security.
10. International Data Transfers
Where your data is processed outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved under UK GDPR.
11. Links to Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties. We encourage you to review their policies when visiting external websites.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal or operational changes. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised “Last Updated” date.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
📞 Phone: +44 079 8310 3177
📧 Email: [email protected]
📍 Address: 33 Hampton Ct Rd, Harborne, Birmingham B17 9AF, United Kingdom
