Privacy Policy
Last updated: 11 July 2025

At alan-lewis.co.uk, your privacy is important. This Privacy Policy explains how your personal data is collected, used, and protected when you visit this website or get in touch with me.

1. Who I Am

I'm Alan Lewis, an independent marketing consultant providing strategic marketing, content, and PPC services. You can reach me at:

Email: contact@alan-lewis.co.uk
Phone: +44 7769 178838

2. What Information I Collect

When you visit my website or contact me, I may collect the following types of personal information:

• Contact Information: When you fill in a form or email me, I may collect your name, email address, phone number, and message.

• Analytics Data: Through tools like Google Analytics, I collect anonymised data on how you interact with the site (e.g. pages visited, time on site, referring website).

• Technical Data: Such as your IP address, browser type, device, and location data (approximate).

• Cookies: This site uses cookies to improve your experience and track site performance.

3. How Your Data Is Used

Your data may be used to:

• Respond to enquiries or service requests

• Improve website functionality and user experience

• Analyse website traffic and performance

• Send relevant marketing communications (if you’ve opted in)

I do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, I rely on the following lawful bases to process your data:

• Consent – e.g. when you opt in to receive marketing updates

• Contract – when I need to contact you to provide services

• Legitimate Interests – e.g. website analytics or responding to an enquiry

5. How Your Data Is Stored

Your data is stored securely on password-protected systems and cloud services that comply with data protection laws. I retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purpose for which it was collected.

6. Third-Party Services

The following third-party tools may process your data:

• Google Analytics – to track site usage

• Email providers (e.g. Gmail or MailerLite) – to send responses or newsletters

• Hosting provider – my website is hosted on a UK-based provider that complies with data protection standards

Each third party has its own privacy policy and data handling procedures.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access a copy of your personal data

• Request correction or deletion of your data

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Object to processing based on legitimate interests

• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data is being misused

To make a data request, email me at contact@alan-lewis.co.uk.

8. Cookies

This website uses cookies for functionality and analytics. You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings.

9. Changes to This Policy

This policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or services. Please check back periodically for any updates.