Welcome to Horstai. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you visit our website horstai.org or interact with us in any way.
Horstai operates from the United Kingdom and complies with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
Horstai is an independent blog that focuses on technology, business, startups, and lifestyle topics.
Contact Details:
Phone: +44 079 5064 3642
Email: [email protected]
Address: 29 Mill Croft, Soham, ELY CB7 5AP, United Kingdom
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, you can contact us using the details above.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of information:
2.1. Information You Provide Directly
- When you contact us via email or forms on our website.
- When you subscribe to newsletters or comment on posts.
- When you participate in surveys or provide feedback.
This information may include:
- Your name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Any message or content you voluntarily share with us
2.2. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address and device information
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring and exit pages
- Time and date of visits
- Pages visited and interaction data
This information helps us improve website performance and understand user preferences.
2.3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us recognise you when you return to our website.
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. For detailed information, please see our Cookie Policy (available on our website).
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve our website.
- To respond to your inquiries or feedback.
- To send you newsletters or updates (only if you have opted in).
- To analyse website usage and improve user experience.
- To ensure compliance with legal obligations.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, we process your personal data only when we have a lawful basis, such as:
- Your consent (for newsletter subscriptions, cookies, or contact forms).
- Contractual necessity (when providing information or services you request).
- Legal obligation (to comply with applicable UK laws).
- Legitimate interest (for analytics, security, or improving our website).
5. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymise it.
6. Sharing of Information
We may share limited information with:
- Service providers who assist us in operating the website (e.g., hosting, analytics, or email services).
- Legal authorities if required by law, court order, or regulatory obligation.
All third parties are required to maintain confidentiality and process data according to UK GDPR standards.
7. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from:
- Unauthorised access
- Loss or alteration
- Misuse or disclosure
However, please note that no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
8. Your Rights Under UK GDPR
As a data subject, you have the following rights:
- Right to access – Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to rectification – Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to erasure – Ask us to delete your data when it is no longer needed.
- Right to restrict processing – Limit how your data is used.
- Right to data portability – Receive your data in a structured format.
- Right to object – Object to certain uses of your data.
- Right to withdraw consent – Withdraw consent at any time (for marketing or cookies).
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.
9. International Data Transfers
We primarily store and process your data within the United Kingdom.
If data is transferred outside the UK, we ensure it is protected by appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent legal mechanisms.
10. Links to Other Websites
Our website may include links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any website you visit.
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legislation or our data practices. The latest version will always be available on our website, with the “Last Updated” date clearly shown.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your privacy, please contact us at:
Horstai
Phone: +44 079 5064 3642
Email: [email protected]
Address: 29 Mill Croft, Soham, ELY CB7 5AP, United Kingdom