Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 07/03/2026

1. Introduction

Paul James Digital ("I", "me", "my") is committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. This policy explains how I collect, use, and safeguard your information.

2. Data Controller

Paul James Digital
Email: [email protected]

3. Data Collection and Use

I only collect data necessary to provide my services or respond to enquiries. This includes:

• Contact Information: Name, email, phone number (provided when you contact me via my website, email, or phone).
• Service Specific Data: Information you share for project delivery (e.g. branding preferences, website content).
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and cookies (see Section 7).

I use your data to:

• Communicate with you about your project.
• Deliver services as agreed (e.g. website design, hosting).
• Comply with legal obligations (e.g. tax records).

4. Legal Basis for Processing

• Contractual Necessity: To fulfil services you have requested.
• Legal Obligation: To meet UK legal and regulatory requirements.
• Consent: Where explicitly given (e.g. marketing emails, which I currently do not use).

5. Data Sharing

I will not share your data with third parties except:

• With Your Explicit Consent: For example, to register a domain on your behalf.
• Legal Requirements: If required by UK law enforcement, courts, or regulatory bodies.
• Essential Service Providers: Trusted UK or EU based partners necessary for service delivery (e.g. website hosting providers). These partners are GDPR compliant and process data only as instructed.

6. Data Retention

I retain your data only as long as necessary:

• Enquiries: 12 months if no service is booked.
• Active Clients: For the duration of our contract plus 6 years for tax and legal compliance.
• Technical Data: Cookies and IP addresses (see Section 7).

7. Cookies

My website uses a consent management tool to ensure no tracking or analytics cookies are placed on your device without your explicit permission. For full details on the specific cookies I use, their purpose, and how you can change your preferences, please read my Cookie Policy.

8. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
• Restrict or object to processing.
• Request data portability (where applicable).
• Withdraw consent (if processing is consent based).

To exercise these rights, contact me at [email protected]. You may also lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).

9. Security

I implement technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:

• Encrypted website connections (SSL).
• Secure password protocols.
• Restricted access to your information.

10. Policy Updates

I may update this policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated via email or a website notice.

Contact Me
For questions or requests, email [email protected].