Privacy Policy

Data Controller

The data controller for this website is:

• Scott Dunsmore

• Author

• Hamilton, Scotland, United Kingdom

• Use the contact form on this site.

Personal Data Collected

This website may collect and process the following personal data:

• Name and email address (when joining the Readers’ Club or using the contact form)

• Any information you voluntarily include when contacting me directly

• Technical data such as your IP address and browser information, used only to keep the site secure and to block spam and abuse.

• No financial or sensitive personal data is collected through this website.

Purpose of Data Collection

Your personal data is collected for the following purposes:

• To manage and send email updates, newsletters, and book release information via MailerLite

• To respond to messages or enquiries submitted through the contact form

• Your data is not sold, rented, or shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

Legal Basis for Processing

Data is processed under the following legal bases:

• Consent: when you opt in to receive email updates or newsletters

• Legitimate Interest: when responding to direct enquiries or managing website functionality

Third-Party Services

This website uses trusted third-party services to operate efficiently:

• MailerLite – used to manage email subscriptions and send newsletters. Your data (name and email address) is securely stored and processed by MailerLite in compliance with GDPR. You can unsubscribe from email communications at any time by clicking the link at the bottom of any email. For more information, visit: https://www.mailerlite.com/legal/privacy-policy

Data Retention

Your data will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. You may request deletion of your personal data at any time by using the contact form.

Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data held about you

• Request correction or deletion of your data

• Withdraw consent at any time

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

• For more information, visit the ICO website: https://ico.org.uk/

Security

All reasonable technical and organisational measures are taken to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, misuse, or loss.

Updates to This Policy

This privacy policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in data protection practices or services. The most recent version will always be available on this page.