Privacy Policy

Last updated: 25th, November 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how John Downes (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit www.johndownes.com or contact us directly.

We are committed to safeguarding your personal data and respecting your privacy.

1. Who We Are

John Downes
Website: www.johndownes.com
Email: john@johndownes.com
Phone: +44 7801 140064

For the purposes of UK GDPR, we act as the Data Controller for your personal information.

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We only collect data that is necessary to operate the website and respond to enquiries. This may include:

Information you provide directly

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Any message or details you submit via the contact form or email

Information collected automatically

Like most websites, we use essential website cookies and analytics tools that may collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

  • Traffic source (how you found the site)

This data is anonymised where possible and used only to improve the website.

Third-party integrations

Depending on your browser settings, the site may use:

  • Squarespace analytics

  • Embedded media such as YouTube videos, which may set their own cookies

You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Personal Data

We may use your information to:

  • Respond to enquiries sent via the website or email

  • Provide services or information you have requested

  • Improve website performance and user experience

  • Maintain website security and functionality

  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your data, and we do not use it for automated decision-making or profiling.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under the following lawful bases:

  • Legitimate Interests — to operate and improve the website, and respond to enquiries.

  • Consent — when you choose to submit your information through the contact form.

  • Legal Obligation — where required to comply with UK law.

You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

5. Sharing Your Data

We only share your data with trusted service providers necessary for website operation, such as:

  • Squarespace (website hosting and analytics)

  • Email hosting providers

  • Security or technical support platforms

These providers are GDPR-compliant and only process data on our behalf.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

6. Data Storage & Security

We take appropriate measures to protect your information, including secure hosting, encryption, and restricted access.

We keep your data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described above, or to comply with legal obligations.

7. Your Rights (UK & EU GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Object to or restrict certain types of processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Request data portability

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:
john@johndownes.com

8. Cookies

The website uses essential cookies and may use analytics cookies to improve performance.
You can control cookies through your browser settings at any time.

For more details, please refer to our Cookie Policy (optional—can be added separately).

9. Links to Other Websites

This website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., YouTube, social media).
We are not responsible for their privacy practices, so please review their policies.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, you can contact us at:

Email: john@johndownes.com
Phone: +44 7801 140064
Website: www.johndownes.com

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will always be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.