Last updated: 01/04/2025
At In the Basket (www.inthebasket.co.uk), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, and your rights under UK data protection law.
1. Who We Are
In the Basket is an independently run publication based in the United Kingdom. The site is governed by UK law and operates in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
2. Information We Collect
We collect your email address when you subscribe to our newsletter. This data is processed and stored securely by Beehiiv, our third-party email newsletter provider. For more information on how your data is handled, please refer to Beehiiv’s Privacy Policy.
We do not collect names, addresses, or any other personally identifiable information.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your email address solely to send you our newsletter and related content. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Website Analytics
We use Google Analytics to collect anonymised data about website traffic and user behaviour. This helps us understand how visitors use the site and improve the experience. Google Analytics may use cookies for this purpose.
5. Cookies
Our website uses cookies. When you first visit the site, you are presented with a cookie banner that allows you to accept or refuse the use of cookies. Essential cookies are required for basic functionality, while optional cookies (e.g., for analytics) are only used with your consent.
You can change your cookie preferences at any time via your browser settings.
6. Data Retention
Your email address is retained for as long as you are subscribed to the newsletter. You may unsubscribe at any time via the link in our emails, or by contacting us directly.
7. Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of your data.
- Object to or restrict processing in certain circumstances.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@inthebasket.co.uk.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website and newsletter are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.