Privacy Policy

Who We Are

This website, DanoftheDead.co.uk, features a podcast, content and a blog run by Dan of the Dead.
Our website address is: [danofthedead.co.uk]
We are based in the United Kingdom, and our website is hosted by IONOS.

What Personal Data We Collect and Why

Comments and Contact Forms

When visitors leave comments on blog posts or use our contact form, we collect the data shown in the form (such as name and email address), as well as the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help with spam detection.
This data is used only to respond to messages or display comments and is not used for marketing unless explicitly opted-in.

Podcast & Embedded Media

Episodes on our site may be embedded using external players (e.g., Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube). These platforms may collect data about you, including your IP address and interaction with the content, as if you visited their site directly.

Newsletter/Email Subscriptions (if used)

If you subscribe to our newsletter or updates, we collect your email address and any optional preferences you submit. You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in our emails.

Analytics

We use tools like IONOS WebAnalytics or third-party analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site. This may include anonymised information such as:

IP address

Browser type

Pages visited

Duration of visit

This data is used to improve the website and podcast content. You can opt out through your browser settings or cookie controls.

Cookies

We use cookies to improve your experience and understand site traffic. A cookie banner will allow you to manage or reject non-essential cookies. Essential cookies are required for the site to function.

Who We Share Your Data With

We do not sell or share your data for marketing purposes.
Your data may be processed by:

IONOS (our hosting provider)

Podcast platforms (e.g., Spotify, YouTube)

Analytics providers (e.g., Google, IONOS)

Only for the purposes of operating and maintaining our site and services.

How Long We Retain Your Data

Comments and contact form submissions may be retained indefinitely unless removal is requested.

Newsletter subscribers remain on our list until they unsubscribe.

Analytics data is stored according to the provider’s policies.

Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

Access, correct, or delete your personal data

Object to or restrict processing

Withdraw consent at any time

Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

To exercise your rights, contact us at: [info@danofthedead.co.uk]

Data Transfers

Some data (e.g., analytics, podcast embeds) may be processed outside the UK. We ensure all international transfers comply with UK data protection laws.

Contact Us

If you have privacy concerns or requests, contact:

[Dan of the Dead]
Email: [info@danofthedead.co.uk]
Website: [danofthedead.co.uk]