Privacy Policy
Policy Statement
This Privacy Policy explains how Chill Web Designs collects, uses, and protects your personal data. It applies to visitors of our website, customers, and any individuals who interact with us by phone, email, or other means.
We are committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Our website (www.chillwebdesigns.co.uk) can be browsed without revealing any personal data. If you choose to provide identifiable information, it will be used in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) & UK GDPR
Christopher Hill trading as Chill Web Designs is the Data Controller and is registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) under registration number ZA795126.
Chill Web Designs collects and processes personal information based on the following legal bases:
- To perform a contract with you
- With your consent
- For legitimate business interests
- To comply with legal obligations
We will retain your data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law (e.g., financial records kept for 6 years).
If you are a resident of the UK or EEA, you have rights under applicable data protection laws. To exercise any rights, email us at info@chillwebdesigns.co.uk.
Your rights include:
- Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
- Rectification: Correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erasure: Ask us to delete your data when it’s no longer necessary.
- Object: Object to processing where it impacts your rights.
- Restrict Processing: Ask us to pause processing in certain situations.
- Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format.
Log files
We use standard log files to monitor website usage. These include IP addresses, browser type, ISP, date/time stamp, referring/exit pages, and click counts. This data is not personally identifiable and is used for analytics and site improvement.
Cookies
Cookies are small files placed on your device to enhance your browsing experience.
- We use functional and performance cookies to track site usage.
- You can manage cookies through your browser settings.
- A cookie banner is displayed on first visit for consent.
For more information, visit our Cookie Policy or contact us.
Advertisements & Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services (e.g., ad networks, analytics tools like Google Analytics) that use cookies or other tracking technologies. These services may collect your IP address and browser details to measure campaign performance or personalise content.
We do not control third-party cookies. You should review their privacy policies directly.
Data Sharing & Transfers
We do not sell or rent your data. We may share your data with trusted service providers (e.g., hosting, email, accounting) under strict confidentiality agreements. If data is transferred outside the UK/EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).
Children’s Information
We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 18. If you believe your child has submitted personal information, contact us and we will delete it promptly.
Your Rights Summary
| Right | Description |
| Access | View the personal data we hold about you. |
| Rectification | Correct inaccuracies in your data. |
| Erasure | Request deletion of your data. |
| Restriction | Pause data processing temporarily. |
| Objection | Object to processing for marketing or legitimate interest. |
| Portability | Receive your data in a machine-readable format. |
Contact for privacy matters
Christopher Hill, Data Protection Officer
Email: info@chillwebdesigns.co.uk
Consent
By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.
Review of this policy
Last review: 06/07/2025
Next scheduled review: July 2026
Reviewed by: Christopher Hill
