Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 5, 2025

At TeachSparkSlet.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we provide educational content about human wisdom, the Earth, and the cosmos. As the data controller, we are committed to protecting your privacy under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your data when you visit our website, using the GDPR Cookie Compliance plugin to manage cookies.

If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our site. By using TeachSparkSlet.com, you consent to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

We collect minimal data to improve our site and understand usage:

  • Automatically Collected Data: Includes IP address, browser type, device details, pages viewed (e.g., “The World of the Sky Stars”), time spent (e.g., 54 seconds average), and metrics like unique visitors (160) and impressions (90) over 28 days.
  • Cookies: Managed via our GDPR Cookie Compliance plugin (see Section 6).
  • No User-Provided Data: We do not collect names, emails, or other personal details via forms. If we add features (e.g., contact forms), we’ll update this policy.

Lawful Basis: We process essential data under legitimate interests (to operate and improve our site) and non-essential data (e.g., analytics cookies) under consent via our cookie banner.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use data to:

  • Enhance site functionality and content (e.g., optimizing popular sections).
  • Analyze usage trends (e.g., 750% click increase, 416.1% visitor growth) via tools like [e.g., Google Analytics, if applicable].
  • Ensure site security and performance.

We do not use data for marketing or profiling.

3. Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your data. We share data only with:

  • Service Providers: Third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) for metrics like clicks and impressions. They process data under UK GDPR-compliant contracts.
  • Legal Obligations: If required by law (e.g., court orders) or to protect our rights.

International Transfers: If data is sent outside the UK (e.g., to US-based providers), we use safeguards like Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

4. Your Privacy Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have rights to:

  • Access: Request your data.
  • Rectify: Correct inaccurate data.
  • Erase: Delete your data.
  • Restrict: Limit data use.
  • Object: Opt out of processing (e.g., analytics cookies).
  • Portability: Receive your data in a portable format.
  • Complain: Contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk or 0303 123 1113.

To exercise rights, email [catrinaomega@gmail.com]. We’ll respond within one month. Manage cookies via our GDPR Cookie Compliance banner or browser settings.

5. Children’s Privacy

Our site is for general audiences, including educational users. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 without parental consent, per the ICO’s Age-Appropriate Design Code. If we discover such data, we’ll delete it. Parents/guardians: Contact [catrinaomega@gmail.com] with concerns.

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use the GDPR Cookie Compliance plugin to manage cookies, as stated: “This website uses cookies to provide the best user experience possible, recognizing returning visitors and understanding which sections are most useful.”

  • Cookie Types:
    • Strictly Necessary: For site functionality (e.g., navigation). Always active, no consent needed.
    • Analytics Cookies: To track metrics like unique visitors and time on page (non-essential, requires consent).
    • Additional Cookies: For preferences or third-party features (non-essential, requires consent).
  • Management: Accept, reject, or customize cookies via our cookie banner. Withdraw consent anytime via the banner (accessible in site footer) or browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
  • Third-Party Cookies: Tools like [e.g., Google Analytics, if applicable] may set cookies; see their privacy policies for details.

View or update your preferences in our [Cookie Settings link, managed by the plugin].

7. Data Security and Retention

We use secure measures (e.g., encryption, plugin-secured cookies) to protect data. No system is 100% secure, but we minimize risks. We retain data only as needed (e.g., analytics for 28 days) or for legal purposes, then securely delete it.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect legal or site changes. We’ll notify you via a site notice or email (if provided). Continued use after updates implies acceptance.

9. Contact Us

For questions or to exercise rights, contact: [Your Name/Business Name] [Your Address, City, Postcode] Email: [your-email@example.com]

For complaints, contact the ICO at ico.org.uk or 0303 123 1113.

Configuring the GDPR Cookie Compliance Plugin

To ensure your site and policy align, configure the plugin (assuming it’s Moove’s GDPR Cookie Compliance for WordPress):

  1. Access Plugin Settings:
    • In your WordPress dashboard, go to Settings > GDPR Cookie Compliance.
    • Review the General Settings tab to enable the cookie banner and customize its appearance (e.g., colors to match your site’s theme).
  2. Cookie Categories:
    • In the Cookie Settings tab, define your cookies:
      • Strictly Necessary: Enable by default (e.g., for session management).
      • Analytics: Add cookies from tools like Google Analytics (check your analytics setup in WordPress or via code). Link to their privacy policy.
      • Additional: Include any preference cookies or third-party embeds (e.g., social media widgets, if used).
    • Describe each category clearly in the plugin’s settings for transparency.
  3. Consent Banner:
    • Enable the floating button or footer link for users to revisit cookie settings.
    • Ensure the banner has Accept, Reject, and Settings options for non-essential cookies (PECR requirement).
    • Add a link to your privacy policy in the banner text (e.g., “Learn more in our Privacy Policy”).
  4. Geo-Targeting:
    • If you have EU/UK visitors only, set the plugin to apply GDPR rules globally. If you have global visitors, enable Geo-targeting to apply GDPR rules only for UK/EU users.
  5. Analytics Integration:
    • If using Google Analytics (or similar), ensure it’s anonymized (e.g., enable “IP Anonymization” in Google Analytics to comply with UK GDPR).
    • Update the plugin’s Scripts tab to block analytics cookies until consent is given.
  6. Test the Banner:
    • Clear your browser cookies, visit teachsparkslet.com, and confirm the banner appears.
    • Test accepting/rejecting cookies and verify analytics (e.g., check if unique visitor counts pause when analytics cookies are rejected).

Next Steps

  1. Publish the Policy:
    • Copy the policy above, replace [catrinaomega@gmail.com], [Your Name/Business Name], and [Your Address, City, Postcode].
    • Create a new page in WordPress (e.g., /privacy-policy), paste the text, and link it in your footer and cookie banner.
    • Confirm your analytics tool (e.g., Google Analytics) and list it in Section 6.
  2. Check Plugin Setup:
    • Verify cookie categories match your policy (Strictly Necessary, Analytics, Additional).
    • Ensure the banner links to your privacy policy and allows consent withdrawal.
  3. ICO Registration:
    • Visit ico.org.uk to check if you need to register as a data controller (£40/year for small sites). Most sites using cookies/analytics require it.
  4. Monitor Compliance:
    • Use a tool like Cookiebot or Termly to scan your site for unlisted cookies.
    • Regularly review analytics (e.g., your 416.1% visitor growth) to ensure data collection aligns with the policy.
  5. Legal Disclaimer:
    • This policy is a starting point, not legal advice. For complex setups or if targeting children, consult a UK GDPR-specialized lawyer to ensure full compliance (e.g., for ICO’s Age-Appropriate Design Code).
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