This website is operated by Brechfa Forest Cottages. Our website address is https://brechfaforest.com. . We are committed to protecting your personal information and complying with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Personal Data We Collect
The only personal information collected through this website is the information you choose to submit through the contact form. This may include your name, email address, phone number, and any message you provide. This information is used only to respond to your enquiry, arrange bookings, or provide information you have requested. It is not used for marketing unless you explicitly ask to receive updates.
Google Analytics
This website uses Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the site. Google Analytics collects information such as pages visited, time spent on the site, device type, and general location data. This data is anonymised and does not identify you personally. Google may process data outside the UK or EU in accordance with its own privacy policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics by using Google’s opt‑out tools.
Lawful Basis for Processing
We process your personal data under legitimate interest so that we can respond to your enquiry and provide the information or service you requested. If you ask to receive updates or ongoing communication, this is processed under consent. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
Cookies
This website does not use cookies for logins, accounts, comments, or advertising. Google Analytics may set cookies to measure website usage. Third‑party embedded content, such as Google Maps, may also set their own cookies. These cookies are controlled by the third‑party provider and not by Brechfa Forest Cottages.
Embedded Content from Other Websites
Pages on this site may include embedded content such as Google Maps, videos, or images. Embedded content from other websites behaves in the same way as if you visited the external website directly. These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, or track your interaction with their content.
How Your Data Is Used
Information submitted through the contact form is used only to respond to your enquiry, arrange bookings, or provide information you have requested. Your data is never sold or shared for marketing purposes.
How Long Your Data Is Kept
Contact form submissions are kept only as long as necessary to respond to your enquiry or maintain appropriate records of communication. You may request deletion of your information at any time.
Who We Share Your Data With
Your data is not shared with third parties except for essential service providers such as the website hosting provider, the email service used to receive your message, and Google Analytics. These services are GDPR‑compliant and store data securely.
Where Your Data Is Sent
Contact form submissions may be processed through our website hosting provider and email service provider. Both are GDPR‑compliant and store data securely. Google Analytics and Google Maps may process data outside the UK or EU in accordance with Google’s privacy policy.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you, request corrections to inaccurate information, request deletion of your data, or withdraw consent. These rights do not affect any data we are required to keep for legal or administrative purposes.
How Your Data Is Protected
We use secure hosting, SSL encryption, and GDPR‑compliant tools to protect your information. Only authorised individuals can access contact form submissions.
Contact
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or wish to make a data request, you can contact us using the details provided on the website.