Last updated: 11/07/2025
Introduction
Your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data is collected by this website (calummedlock.com), how it’s used, and your rights regarding that information.
If you submit a data request, it will be emailed directly to the website administrator for processing. If you request a service through the services page, your submitted information will only be used to respond and explore potential collaboration.
Comments
By leaving a comment, you consent to the processing of your personal data as outlined in this Privacy Policy.
The website collects the data shown in the comments form, along with your IP address and browser user-agent string to help detect spam.
This site uses Akismet, a spam detection service provided by Automattic (the makers of WordPress.com), to help filter out unwanted comments. Akismet may collect data such as your IP address, user agent, referrer, site URL, and the content of your comment.
Additionally, an anonymised hash of your email address may be sent to Gravatar (also owned by Automattic) to check if you’re using a profile image. If your comment is approved, your profile picture may appear publicly next to your comment.
You can learn more in the Automattic Privacy Policy.
Cookies
This website uses cookies to support core functionality and make commenting easier. These include:
- Checking browser support for cookies to ensure the site works properly.
- Remembering your language preference during your session.
- Saving your name, email address, and website (if provided) when you leave a comment. This is optional and saves you from re-entering these details next time. These cookies last for one year.
Note: This site does not use tracking, analytics, or advertising cookies. Therefore, a cookie consent banner isn’t required.
Embedded content from other websites
Articles may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles). Embedded content behaves exactly as if you visited the source website. These third-party sites:
- May collect data about you.
- May use cookies.
- May include third-party tracking.
- May monitor your interaction with the content (especially if you’re logged into their site).
What rights you have over your data
If you have left comments, submitted a data rights request, or requested a service through this website, you have If you’ve left comments, submitted a data rights request, or requested a service, you have the right to:
- Request access to an exported file of your personal data.
- Request deletion of any personal data held about you.
To do this, please fill out the Data Rights Request Form below. This will email your request directly to the site administrator. By submitting the form, you consent to the data being processed in line with this Privacy Policy.
How long your data is retained
- Comments and their metadata are retained indefinitely so follow-up comments can be recognised automatically.
- Data submitted through the Data Rights Request Form is retained only as long as needed to resolve your request.
Where your data is sent
- Visitor comments may be checked through Akismet, an automated spam detection service provided by Automattic. Only the data needed for spam filtering is shared, and it’s not kept long-term.
- Data submitted via forms is emailed directly to the website administrator. It is not shared with third parties for any other purpose.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, or want to make a data request, please use the form above.
Note: The form is only for privacy or data rights concerns. Advertising, marketing, or spam submissions will be ignored.
Legal Basis for Processing
Your data is processed under one or more of the following lawful bases:
- Consent – when you submit a comment, data request, or service enquiry.
- Legitimate interests – for purposes like maintaining site security and preventing spam.