Privacy Policy

Last updated: 21 April 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected and used when you visit this website.

Who we are

This website is operated by the Red Train Blog.
If you have any questions about this policy, you can contact us at: redtrainblog@gmail.com

What information we collect

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

• Information you provide directly
  If you contact us by email, we may collect your name, email address, and any information you include in your message.

• Comments (if enabled)
  If commenting is available on this site, we may collect information such as your name, email address, IP address, and the content of your comment.

• Technical data
  When you visit the website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Pages visited and time spent on the site

This data is typically collected through cookies and analytics tools.

How we use your information

We use personal data to:

• Respond to enquiries sent via email

• Moderate and manage comments (if applicable)

• Understand how visitors use the website

• Maintain and improve the website’s performance and security

• Keep the website secure

• Comply with legal obligations

We do not use your data for automated decision-making or profiling.

Legal basis for processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Legitimate interests — to operate, maintain, and improve the website

• Consent — where required for non-essential cookies

• Legal obligation – where necessary to comply with the law

Cookies and analytics

This website uses cookies for essential website functionality and for analytics purposes. Non-essential cookies will only be used if you give consent through the cookie banner.

For full details, please see the Cookie Policy.

Sharing your data

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

However, your data may be processed by third-party service providers where necessary to operate the website, including:

• Squarespace (website hosting and analytics)

These providers process data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Data retention

We only keep personal data for as long as necessary:

• Email correspondence is retained for as long as needed to respond and for record-keeping

• Comments (if enabled) may remain publicly visible unless removed

Your rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request deletion of your data

• Object to or restrict processing in certain circumstances

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details above.

Data security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.

Third-party links

This website may include links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.