Privacy Policy – IceFishing.uk.net 🎣

The protection of personal data is an absolute priority.
This page explains how IceFishing.uk.net collects, processes, and protects data in accordance with the UK GDPR and applicable data protection laws in the United Kingdom and the European Union.

🔒 1. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for the processing of personal data is the operator of the IceFishing.uk.net website.

Contact details:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://icefishing.uk.net/

📋 2. What Data Is Collected

During normal use of the website, no personal data that directly identifies visitors is collected automatically. Only technical and analytical data necessary for the proper operation of the site is processed.

This may include:

  • IP address and device type;
  • browser and operating system information;
  • anonymised traffic and usage data (for example via analytics tools);
  • data submitted voluntarily through the contact form or email.

All data is processed in compliance with UK GDPR requirements and is not shared with third parties without user consent unless legally required.

🧾 3. Purpose of Data Processing

Personal and technical data is used solely for the following purposes:

  • improving website content and functionality;
  • analysing user behaviour and site traffic trends;
  • responding to enquiries submitted through contact channels;
  • meeting legal and regulatory obligations related to website operation.

Processing is limited to what is necessary and carried out only by authorised persons.

⚙️ 4. Cookies and Analytics Tools

IceFishing.uk.net uses cookies to ensure correct site functionality and to perform basic analytics.

Types of cookies used:

  • Necessary cookies — required for essential site features (such as language settings);
  • Analytics cookies — help understand user behaviour using anonymised statistics;
  • Marketing cookies — not used; the site does not run behavioural advertising.

Users can manage or disable cookies at any time through their browser settings.

🛡️ 5. Data Protection Measures

Data is protected using modern technical and organisational safeguards, including:

  • encrypted HTTPS connections;
  • secure server access controls;
  • regular system and security updates;
  • restricted access limited to authorised personnel only.

Data is not disclosed to third parties except where required by law.

✉️ 6. Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK GDPR and EU GDPR principles, users have the right to:

  • access their data;
  • correct inaccurate data;
  • request deletion (“right to be forgotten”);
  • restrict processing;
  • request data portability;
  • lodge a complaint with a competent data protection authority.

🕒 7. Data Retention Period

Personal data is stored only for as long as necessary for the purposes listed above.
Anonymised technical and analytics data is retained for a maximum period of up to 26 months unless a shorter period is required by policy or law.

🤝 8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated in the event of legal, regulatory, or technical changes.
The current version is always published on this page.

🧭 9. Contact Regarding Data Protection

For questions about data processing or to exercise your rights:

Email: [email protected]
Website: https://icefishing.uk.net/