Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01/04/2025

Welcome to livelocalmag.co.uk (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, which provides local news stories, a business directory, and an events directory.

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide

We collect data when you:

• Register for an account.

• Submit a business listing or event.

• Contact us via forms or email.

• Subscribe to newsletters or marketing communications.

This may include your name, email, phone number, and any other details you provide.

b. Information We Collect Automatically

• Log Data: Your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our website.

• Cookies & Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to enhance functionality and track analytics.

c. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to track website performance and visitor behavior. Google may collect data such as your IP address, browser type, and interactions with our website. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking using Google’s opt-out tool.

2. How We Use Your Information

We process your data to:

• Provide and manage our website services.

• Improve user experience and website performance.

• Communicate with you regarding your listings or inquiries.

• Monitor website traffic and performance (via Google Analytics).

• Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud.

• Process transactions securely when you purchase paid listings.

3. Lawful Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

As a UK-based company, we process personal data under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). Our lawful bases for processing include:

• Consent – When you opt into newsletters or cookies.

• Contractual Obligation – When you submit business/event listings.

• Legitimate Interest – To improve our services and website.

• Legal Obligation – To comply with laws and regulations.

4. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We do not sell your data. However, we may share information with:

• Payment Processors – When you make a payment for listings, your payment details are securely processed by third-party payment providers such as Stripe/PayPal. We do not store or have access to your full payment details. Payments are processed in accordance with the provider’s own privacy policy (Stripe Privacy Policy, Paypal Privacy Policy).

• Service providers – Including hosting, analytics, and security services.

• Legal authorities, if required by law.

5. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data.

• Request correction of inaccurate data.

• Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).

• Restrict or object to data processing.

• Withdraw consent for marketing emails.

To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@livelocalmag.co.uk.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance website functionality and analyze visitor behavior. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

7. Data Security & Retention

We implement security measures to protect your data. Personal data is only stored for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before submitting any personal data.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights, contact us at: hello@livelocalmag.co.uk