Effective Date: 14th July 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how The Bogey Press (“we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, and protects personal data from users (“you”) who visit or interact with our website at https://thebogeypress.com. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your information responsibly.
Website Owner & Data Controller
JH WEB & TECH
Email: info@thebogeypress.com
Jurisdiction: United Kingdom
This policy applies solely to The Bogey Press and not to any other sites or services we may link to.
Types of Data We Collect
At The Bogey Press, we collect and process limited personal and technical information to better understand our audience and provide a smooth browsing experience. This includes:
Personal Information You Voluntarily Provide:
- Name and Email Address – If you sign up for our newsletter or contact us directly.
Automatically Collected Technical Data:
Collected through cookies, analytics, and tracking technologies:
- IP address
- Device and browser type
- Operating system
- Referral source
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Click paths and interactions
Cookies and Tracking Technologies:
We use first-party and third-party cookies for functionality, analytics, and performance. Cookies allow us to:
- Understand how users navigate our site
- Measure engagement with content
- Deliver personalized experiences
- Prepare for future ad-supported features
These cookies may be placed by services like Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, and MailerLite.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, and most browsers allow you to disable cookies entirely if you prefer. Please note, disabling cookies may affect certain website features.
Third-Party Embeds and Services:
In the future, our website may include embedded content such as:
- YouTube videos
- X (formerly Twitter) posts
- Instagram galleries
These third-party platforms may collect data about you, use their own cookies, or track your interaction with their embedded content — just as if you visited their site directly. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of those services for details.
Children’s Privacy
The Bogey Press is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has submitted personal information to us, please contact us, and we will promptly delete the data.
How and Why We Use Your Data
We process your personal data only when necessary — and always with care. Here’s how we use it:
To Analyze Website Traffic and Improve Performance
We use tools like Google Analytics to understand how readers interact with our content — what’s working, what’s not, and how we can improve.
Legal basis: Legitimate interest (to improve user experience and content quality)
To Communicate With You
If you sign up for our newsletter, we use your name and email to send you updates, new content, and news related to The Bogey Press.
Legal basis: Consent (you must opt-in)
For Technical and Operational Functionality
We use cookies and similar technologies to ensure the website functions smoothly, remembers preferences, and loads efficiently.
Legal basis: Legitimate interest (core site functionality), or consent (where required under cookie laws)
To Display Embedded Content (Future Functionality)
If you engage with embedded videos, tweets, or Instagram posts, those platforms may collect data about your interaction.
Legal basis: Consent (via interaction with the embed or acceptance of cookies)
For Legal and Compliance Purposes
We may process your data to comply with applicable legal obligations, or to respond to lawful requests by authorities.
Legal basis: Legal obligation or legitimate interest (depending on the context)
We may also disclose personal data if required to do so by law, regulation, or legal process, or if we believe it’s necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or the public.
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| Analyzing site traffic and performance | Legitimate interest |
| Sending newsletters | Consent |
| Site functionality (cookies, preferences) | Legitimate interest or consent |
| Embedded content (YouTube, X, Instagram) | Consent |
| Responding to legal or regulatory requests | Legal obligation or legitimate interest |
Automated Profiling
We do not use automated decision-making that has a significant effect on users. However, we may use limited profiling techniques to improve user experience — such as grouping email subscribers based on preferences or measuring ad performance using tools like the Facebook Pixel.
How and Where Your Data Is Processed
Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure. Your data is handled using secure systems and is only accessible to those who need it for legitimate business purposes. Access to your data is limited to authorized personnel only, and only when required for operational purposes.
Data Breach Notification
In the unlikely event of a personal data breach, we will take immediate steps to investigate and contain the issue. Where required, we will notify affected users and the appropriate data protection authority in accordance with UK GDPR guidelines.
Who Processes Your Data
Data is processed either directly by The Bogey Press (operated by JH WEB & TECH) or by carefully selected third-party providers who support website performance, analytics, or email services (e.g., Google, Meta, MailerLite).
Third-Party Data Processors
We rely on trusted third-party services to help us operate and improve The Bogey Press. These providers may process personal data on our behalf under strict confidentiality and data protection agreements.
| Provider | Purpose | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics, performance tracking | United States (data stored globally) | |
| Meta (Facebook) | Advertising, retargeting pixel | United States (data may be transferred internationally) |
| MailerLite | Email newsletter delivery | European Union (primary servers in the EU) |
| Cloudflare | Security and content delivery | Global (data routed through closest edge server) |
These partners are under strict confidentiality agreements and comply with relevant data protection laws.
Data Transfers Outside the UK or EU
Some of our service providers are based in countries outside the UK or European Economic Area (EEA), such as the United States. Where this applies, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place — including contractual clauses and data protection agreements — to keep your information safe.
We work only with providers who can demonstrate compliance with international data protection frameworks such as the UK GDPR, EU GDPR, or Standard Contractual Clauses
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes it was collected for — such as sending emails, improving site performance, or meeting legal obligations. When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymised.
System Logs and Maintenance
For technical, security, and diagnostic purposes, our servers may automatically log certain data (such as your IP address, browser type, and access times) when you visit the site. This helps us maintain stability and prevent abuse.
Your Rights
As a visitor to The Bogey Press, you have a number of rights under data protection laws (such as the UK GDPR or EU GDPR, depending on your location). These rights give you control over your personal data.
Here’s what you’re entitled to:
Right to Access
You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification
If you believe any data we hold is inaccurate or incomplete, you can ask us to correct or update it.
Right to Erasure
You can ask us to delete your personal data, provided we have no legal reason to keep it.
Right to Restrict Processing
You may request that we limit how we use your data, in certain circumstances.
Right to Object
You can object to processing based on legitimate interests, or opt out of direct marketing communications at any time.
Right to Data Portability
You can ask to receive your data in a machine-readable format or have it transferred to another service provider.
Right to Withdraw Consent
If we rely on your consent (e.g. for email marketing), you can withdraw it at any time — no questions asked. This won’t affect the lawfulness of any processing carried out before you withdrew your consent.
Right to Lodge a Complaint
If you’re unhappy with how we handle your data, you can file a complaint with your local data protection authority. In the UK, this is the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): https://ico.org.uk
To exercise any of these rights, please email us at info@thebogeypress.com. We will respond to all valid requests as quickly as possible, and always within one month.
Notice for U.S. Residents:
While The Bogey Press does not currently fall under the scope of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) or similar U.S. laws, we are committed to respecting the privacy rights of all users. If you are a U.S. resident and have questions about your data, please contact us at info@thebogeypress.com.
Cookies and Embedded Content
Cookies
Like most websites, The Bogey Press uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, understand how the site is used, and prepare for future monetization through features like ads or affiliate links.
Cookies may:
- Remember your settings or preferences
- Help us understand how visitors use the site (via tools like Google Analytics)
- Track engagement for future features (e.g. Facebook Pixel for retargeting)
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that doing so may affect how some parts of the site function.
Do Not Track (DNT) Settings
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” setting. Currently, our website does not respond to DNT signals. For more control, we recommend managing cookies through your browser settings or using a third-party privacy tool.
Embedded Content from Other Sites
Our articles may include embedded content (e.g. YouTube videos, X posts, or Instagram embeds). Embedded content behaves in the same way as if you visited the source website directly.
These external services:
- May collect data about you
- Use cookies
- Monitor your interaction with their content
- May track your behavior if you are logged into their platform
We do not control the data collection practices of these third-party platforms. For more information, please refer to their individual privacy policies.
Affiliate Links
Some pages on The Bogey Press may include affiliate links to third-party products or services. If you click one and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you. These links help support our editorial content and operations.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we do, we’ll revise the “Effective Date” at the top of the page.
If the changes are significant, we’ll provide a more prominent notice (such as a banner or email, if applicable).
We encourage you to check this page periodically to stay informed about how we handle your personal data.
Key Definitions
- Personal Data: Any information that can identify you, such as your name or IP address.
- Usage Data: Technical data collected automatically when you browse our site (e.g. IP address, browser type).
- Data Controller: The entity that decides how and why your data is processed — in this case, JH WEB & TECH.
- User: Anyone browsing or interacting with The Bogey Press.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:
JH WEB & TECH
Email: info@thebogeypress.com
We’ll do our best to respond promptly and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.