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How Seasonal British collects, uses and safeguards information when you visit core-claresmyth.icu.

Last updated: 18 July 2026 · Seasonal British · core-claresmyth.icu

This Privacy Policy explains how Seasonal British (“we”, “our”, “the site”) processes personal data when you visit core-claresmyth.icu. This website publishes editorial and informational content about British seasonal cuisine and London food culture. Please read this policy carefully.

1. Data controller

The data controller for this website is the operator of core-claresmyth.icu (Seasonal British). For privacy requests, use the contact details published on this domain where available, or write to the site operator via any contact channel listed in the site footer or hosting account. We aim to respond to data-related requests within 30 days.

2. What data we collect

2.1 Cookies and similar technologies

When you visit this site, we and our service providers may place cookies or similar technologies on your device:

Strictly necessary cookies — required for basic operation, including storing your cookie preference in localStorage under the key sb_cookie_consent.
Analytics cookies — anonymous or pseudonymous usage statistics that help us understand how readers use the journal (pages viewed, approximate location derived from IP at a coarse level, referral source), only if you accept optional cookies.
Advertising or social cookies — if activated, these may be set by platforms such as Meta. They can help measure campaign effectiveness and may associate a visit with a social profile. You can refuse these via the cookie notice.

Meta Pixel notice (if active): This website may use the Meta Pixel. Meta may collect information about actions you take on our site and use it for advertising measurement on Facebook and Instagram. Meta’s practices are governed by Meta’s Privacy Policy. You can manage ad preferences in your Meta account.

2.2 Server log data

Our hosting provider may record standard access logs: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, pages requested, and timestamps. Logs are used for security, abuse prevention and technical operation, and are typically retained for no longer than 90 days unless a longer period is required to investigate an incident.

2.3 Voluntary contact

If you contact us by email or form (where provided), we process the information you submit (such as name, email address and message) solely to respond. We do not sell this data.

3. Legal bases (UK GDPR / GDPR)

Where the UK GDPR or EU GDPR applies, we rely on:

Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)) — for non-essential analytics and advertising cookies, collected when you choose “Accept all” on the cookie notice.
Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f)) — for security logs, fraud prevention, and operating an informational publication, balanced against your rights.
Contract / steps prior to contract (Art. 6(1)(b)) — where you contact us and we need the data to reply to your request.
Legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c)) — where we must retain or disclose data to comply with law.

4. Third-party services

This site may load resources from third parties, each under its own policy:

Google Fonts — font files from Google’s CDN. Google Privacy Policy.
Hosting / CDN providers — infrastructure that delivers the site and may process IP addresses in logs.
Meta — only if advertising or pixel tools are enabled. Meta Privacy Policy.

5. Your rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

access the personal data we hold about you;
rectify inaccurate data;
erase data (“right to be forgotten”) where no overriding legal basis applies;
restrict or object to certain processing;
receive data portability where processing is consent- or contract-based and automated;
withdraw consent at any time, without affecting prior lawful processing;
lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (in the UK: the Information Commissioner’s Office — ico.org.uk).

To exercise these rights, contact the site operator. We may need to verify your identity before acting on a request.

6. Cookie management

On first visit, a cookie notice appears. You may accept all cookies or choose necessary only. Your choice is stored in browser localStorage as sb_cookie_consent. Clear site data to see the notice again. Browser settings can also block or delete cookies:

7. Retention

Contact messages are kept only as long as needed to respond, then deleted or archived securely. Server logs are retained up to 90 days by default. Analytics retention follows the settings of any analytics provider in use.

8. International transfers

Some providers (for example Google or Meta) may process data outside the United Kingdom or European Economic Area. Where required, transfers rely on adequacy decisions, Standard Contractual Clauses, or equivalent safeguards.

9. Children’s privacy

This site is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect children’s personal data. If you believe we have received such data, contact us and we will delete it promptly.

10. Security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data, including HTTPS transport where configured by hosting. No method of transmission over the internet is completely secure; we work to reduce risk reasonably.

11. Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top reflects the latest revision. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy where permitted by law.