Privacy Policy
Introduction
At Blackpool Tiggers, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website blackpooltiggers.co.uk. This policy complies with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Information We Collect
Tool Usage Data
All our SEO tools (Word Counter, Meta Tag Generator, Slug Converter, URL Encoder, Keyword Density Checker, and Readability Analyzer) operate entirely client-side using JavaScript. This means:
- Your content is processed entirely within your web browser
- No text, data, or content you enter into our tools is transmitted to our servers
- We do not see, store, or have access to any content you process using our tools
- Your data never leaves your device
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring website
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Date and time of visit
This information is collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies, primarily through our advertising partners.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Our Use of Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
- Advertising Cookies: Used by our advertising partners to serve relevant ads
Third-Party Cookies
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google AdSense uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Serve advertisements based on your interests
- Limit the number of times you see an advertisement
- Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
- Understand user behavior and preferences
Google AdSense and DoubleClick
We participate in the Google AdSense program, which uses the DoubleClick cookie to serve ads based on your visits to this and other websites. The DoubleClick cookie enables Google and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to our site and/or other sites on the Internet.
How Google Uses Information
Google may use information collected through cookies to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve their services
- Develop new services and features
- Personalize advertising content
- Measure advertising effectiveness
- Protect against fraud and abuse
Opting Out of Personalized Advertising
You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting the following resources:
Please note that opting out of personalized advertising does not mean you will see fewer ads; it means the ads you see will be less relevant to your interests.
Third-Party Vendors
Google AdSense works with third-party vendors who may also place cookies on your device. These vendors include:
- Google LLC and its affiliates
- DoubleClick by Google
- Other advertising technology companies approved by Google
A complete list of Google's advertising partners can be found at Google's vendor list.
Data Retention
Since we do not collect or store content you enter into our tools, there is no data retention period for tool usage. Analytics and advertising cookies are retained according to the policies of our third-party providers, typically between 30 days and 2 years.
Your Rights Under UK GDPR
Under UK data protection law, you have the following rights:
- Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing
- Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data
- Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data
- Rights Related to Automated Decision-Making: Protection from automated decisions
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@blackpooltiggers.co.uk.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the United Kingdom, including the United States where Google's servers are located. These countries may have different data protection laws than the UK. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: hello@blackpooltiggers.co.uk
- Website: blackpooltiggers.co.uk
Supervisory Authority
If you are not satisfied with our response to your privacy concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):
- Website: ico.org.uk
- Helpline: 0303 123 1113
Consent
By using our website, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our website.