COOKIE POLICY

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that you have a positive experience when using our website. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our site.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us remember your preferences, improve website performance, and provide you with personalized content.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

- Essential Cookies:

These cookies are necessary for the basic operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility features. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.

- Performance Cookies:

These cookies collect anonymous data about how visitors interact with our site, allowing us to understand user behavior and improve the website. For example, we use cookies to see which pages are visited most often or to measure the effectiveness of our advertising.

- Functionality Cookies:

These cookies allow us to remember your preferences and provide a more personalized experience. For example, they might remember your language settings or region for future visits.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We use third-party services that may place cookies on your device, including:

- Google Analytics:

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and track how users interact with our site. This helps us improve the content and design of the website. Learn more about Google Analytics cookies.

- Mailchimp:  

We use Mailchimp for our newsletter subscription service. By subscribing, you may receive emails from us, and Mailchimp may place cookies to track engagement with our newsletters. Learn more about Mailchimp cookies.

- Google Calendar:

We use Google Calendar to provide the schedule/calendar feature on our website. Google may place cookies or similar technologies to track your interactions with the calendar, such as event views, clicks, or other related activities. For more information on how Google collects and processes your data, including cookies, please refer to Google’s Privacy Policy.

- Snapwidget:

We use Snapwidget to display an Instagram feed on our website. Snapwidget may place cookies or similar technologies on your device to track interactions with the Instagram feed, such as user engagement and usage data. For more information on how Snapwidget collects and processes your data, including cookies, please refer to Snapwidget’s Privacy Policy.

4. Your Consent

By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. If you do not want cookies to be placed on your device, you can manage your preferences through your browser settings. However, please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your experience on our site, including limiting your ability to use certain features like the Google Calendar.

5. Managing Cookies

You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. You may choose to block cookies or delete existing cookies.

6. Social Media Plug-ins

Our website may include social media buttons or widgets, such as the Instagram "Follow" button, which allows you to easily follow Jessica Grundle on Instagram. These buttons are operated by third-party social media providers, including Instagram and Snapwidget, and may collect information such as your IP address and the page you visited on our site.  

Please note that we have no control over the data collected by these third-party social media services. If you do not want these services to collect data about your visit, you can avoid interacting with these social media buttons or log out of your social media accounts before visiting our website.  

For more information on how Instagram and Snapwidget handle your data, please review their Privacy Policies.

7. Third Party Websites

Our website may include links to external websites, such as those of charitable organizations like WWF & UNICEF. These third-party websites may use cookies, tracking technologies, or collect data about your visit. We have no control over these practices, and we encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of any external websites you visit.  

Any contributions, donations, or interactions made through these external websites are subject to their respective cookie policies and privacy practices.

8. Legal Basis for Data Processing

- Data Collection for Newsletter Subscription:  

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address and any other information you provide in the form (such as your name or preferences). This data will be processed for the purpose of sending you the requested newsletter and other updates related to Jessica Grundle.  

Legal Basis for Processing: Under the GDPR, we process your data based on your consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR). By submitting your details through our subscription form, you provide explicit consent for us to process your data to send you newsletters and updates. You can withdraw your consent at any time by unsubscribing from the newsletter or contacting us.

- Data Collection for Website Usage (Cookies and Analytics):

We also collect data about how you interact with our website (such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and other analytics data) using cookies and similar technologies. This helps us improve the user experience and optimize the website.  

Legal Basis for Processing: The legal basis for processing data related to website usage is based on legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR). We have a legitimate interest in understanding how visitors use our website to enhance the user experience, personalize content, and improve functionality. In some cases, we may rely on your consent (e.g. cookies) if required by applicable laws, which you can withdraw at any time by managing your cookie preferences in your browser settings.

- Data Collection for Communication and Marketing:

If you’ve opted into receiving marketing materials or have subscribed to our newsletter, your data may also be used to communicate with you about events, offers, or other promotional content related to Jessica Grundle.  

Legal Basis for Processing: For marketing and promotional purposes, the legal basis is your consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR). You have the right to opt-out at any time by unsubscribing from the newsletter or contacting us directly.

9. Data Retention and Withdrawal of Consent

We will retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above, or as required by law. You can withdraw your consent to the processing of your personal data at any time by unsubscribing from our newsletter or contacting us.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this cookie policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and where appropriate, we will notify you by email. Please check this page periodically to stay informed of any updates.

Last Modified: 19/04/25