Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 2019
isleofwight.com (“we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit or interact with our website, www.isleofwight.com, including any related services such as our webcam streams.
1. Who We Are
We are the operators of isleofwight.com, a website dedicated to promoting the Isle of Wight’s tourism, scenic beauty, and local businesses. If you have questions about this policy or your personal data, please contact us at:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📬 Address: Please see website footer.
2. What Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
- Contact Information – such as your name and email address when you contact us via forms or email.
- Usage Data – including your IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and time spent on the site (collected via cookies or analytics tools).
- Communication Data – including your messages or queries submitted via the website or email.
We do not collect any special categories of personal data (e.g., health data, political opinions).
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries or provide customer support.
- To analyse website performance and improve user experience.
- To monitor and maintain website security.
- To comply with legal obligations.
We do not use your data for direct marketing without your consent.
4. Webcams and Public Streams
Our website features 24/7 live streaming webcams that broadcast public areas on the Isle of Wight. These streams:
- Are located in public spaces where there is no reasonable expectation of privacy.
- Are not actively monitored.
- Are used solely to promote the natural beauty of the Isle of Wight.
- Do not use facial recognition or attempt to identify individuals.
We take care to ensure cameras are placed respectfully and comply with applicable data protection laws.
5. Cookies and Analytics
Our website uses cookies and third-party services (such as Google Analytics) to improve your browsing experience.
You can control or disable cookies via your browser settings.
6. Data Sharing
We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your data with:
- Trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our website.
- Legal authorities, if required by law.
All third parties are required to process your data securely and in accordance with data protection laws.
7. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR and other applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of your personal data.
- Object to or restrict processing.
- Withdraw your consent (where applicable).
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): www.ico.org.uk
To exercise any of your rights, contact us at [Insert Email Address].
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., YouTube). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. Please review their privacy policies separately.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page and will include an updated “Effective Date.”
By using our website, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
