Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 2025

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Author Carl (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you use this website (authorcarl.co.uk).

2. Information We Collect

• Form submissions: When you sign up for giveaways, newsletters, or send a contact message, we collect the information you provide (such as your name and email address).
• Automatic data: We may collect limited technical data (browser type, pages visited) via analytics cookies if enabled.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To send requested resources (e.g. the free fermentation checklist).
• To respond to enquiries and reader questions.
• To send occasional newsletters or updates (if you opt in).
• To improve the site and user experience.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your information. Data is stored securely by our hosting provider and Netlify (form handling service). Third-party services (e.g. Amazon links) may use cookies according to their own policies.

5. Cookies & Analytics

We may use cookies for essential site functionality and anonymous analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.

6. Your Rights

• You can unsubscribe from emails at any time using the link provided.
• You can request to see, update, or delete your personal data by emailing carl@authorcarl.co.uk.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information. However, no online system is 100% secure.

8. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised date.

9. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at Carl@authorcarl.co.uk.