Privacy Policy

Last updated: 30/12/2025

1. Introduction

The Lifeboat Log (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you visit our website https://TheLifeboatLog.co.uk (the “Website”), in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. By using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

2. Who We Are

Website name: The Lifeboat Log

Website URL: https://TheLifeboatLog.co.uk

Contact email: hello@TheLifeboatLog.co.uk

For the purposes of data protection law, The Lifeboat Log is the data controller responsible for your personal data.

3. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data: a) Information you provide directly Your name (if you choose to provide it) Your email address (for example, if you contact us) b) Automatically collected information When you visit the Website, we may automatically collect: IP address Browser type and version Operating system Pages visited and time spent on the Website This data is collected through standard server logs and/or analytics tools.

4. How We Use Your Personal Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes: To respond to enquiries or messages you send us To operate, maintain, and improve the Website To monitor usage and performance of the Website To ensure the security of the Website We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

5. Lawful Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases: Consent – where you have chosen to contact us or provide information voluntarily Legitimate interests – to operate and improve the Website and ensure its security Legal obligation – where we are required to comply with applicable law

6. Cookies

The Website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience and analyse website traffic. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy (if applicable).

7. Data Sharing

We may share your personal data with: Website hosting providers IT or security service providers These third parties only process data on our behalf and are required to keep it secure and confidential. We do not transfer your personal data outside the UK unless adequate safeguards are in place.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. When personal data is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.

9. Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to: Access your personal data Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data Request deletion of your personal data Object to or restrict processing of your data Request data portability (where applicable) Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent) To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@TheLifeboatLog.co.uk .

10. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. You should review their privacy policies separately.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the “Last updated” date will be revised accordingly.

13. Contact and Complaints

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at: Email: hello@TheLifeboatLog.co.uk You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): https://www.ico.org.uk