Privacy Policy
Introduction
CineCorner.co.uk (the "Site") is a UK-based online news site for film and television fans. We are committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, how we use it, and your rights under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Personal data includes information such as your name, email address, and IP address. All personal data we collect is processed in accordance with the UK GDPR. Our Site does not require user registration or personal accounts. By using our Site, you consent to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Site.
What Data We Collect
We collect the following categories of personal and technical data:
Identity and Contact Data:
If you contact us via our contact form or email, we may collect your name and email address (and any other information you choose to provide).
Technical Data:
When you visit our Site, we automatically collect technical information about your device and connection, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, and approximate geographic location (based on IP address).
Usage Data:
We use analytics services to collect information on how you use our Site, such as pages viewed, time spent on pages, videos watched, and general browsing behaviour. These analytics tools may use cookies or similar technologies.
We do not collect additional personal data unless you provide it voluntarily (for example, by emailing us). We do not request account creation or sensitive information such as payment details.
How We Use Your Data
We use your data for the following purposes:
- Responding to Inquiries: To reply to questions or requests submitted via email or contact form.
- Site Analytics and Improvement: To analyse Site usage and improve content, features, and user experience.
- Security and Operations: To ensure the Site operates securely and to detect or prevent fraud or misuse.
- Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests from authorities.
We do not use your personal data for marketing, do not send newsletters, and do not sell or rent your data to third parties. Cookies and tracking technologies are used only for Site functionality and analytics.
Lawful Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR Article 6(1), we rely on the following lawful bases:
- Legitimate Interests: For analytics, security, and general Site functionality.
- Consent: For data you voluntarily provide (e.g., your name and email when contacting us). You may withdraw consent at any time.
- Legal Obligation: When required to retain or disclose data under UK law.
We do not process personal data on any other basis unless explicitly stated.
Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell personal data. However, we share certain data with trusted third-party service providers:
- Google Analytics: For traffic and behaviour analysis
- YouTube: Embedded videos may collect data under YouTube’s policies.
- Hosting Providers: For website operation and infrastructure support.
- Legal and Safety: When required by law or necessary to protect our rights.
Third parties must process data in compliance with UK GDPR. Where data is transferred outside the UK, we ensure adequate safeguards are in place.
International Transfers
Some providers (e.g., Google LLC) operate outside the UK. Data transfers follow approved safeguards such as adequacy decisions or Standard Contractual Clauses, ensuring UK-equivalent protection.
Data Retention
We retain data only as long as necessary:
- Contact Information: Retained only while handling your inquiry, then deleted or anonymised unless required by law.
- Technical and Usage Data: Stored in aggregated or pseudonymised form. Google Analytics retains data for 14–26 months depending on our settings.
After expiry of retention periods, data is deleted or irreversibly anonymised. You may request deletion at any time.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion ("right to be forgotten")
- Restrict processing
- Request data portability
- Object to processing
- Withdraw consent
To exercise these rights, you may contact us through the methods described on our Site’s contact page. We will verify your identity and respond within one month. You may also lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your rights have been violated.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us via the contact form or email address provided on our Site. We will respond within a reasonable time and handle all requests in accordance with UK GDPR.