Last updated: 11/04/2026

This Privacy Policy explains how The Cat and the Comma Editing ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, and protects personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are
The Cat and the Comma Editing is operated by Alisha Jones-Platt, based in the United Kingdom.
Contact email: thecatandthecomma@gmail.com

2. Personal Data We Collect
We may collect:
- Identity data (name, username)
- Contact data (email address, telephone number)
- Technical data (IP address, browser type, device information)
- Usage data (pages visited, interactions)
- Any information you submit via forms

3. How We Collect Data
- Contact forms
- Newsletter sign-ups
- Account registration
- Website analytics and cookies

4. Lawful Basis for Processing (UK GDPR Article 6)
We process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:
- Consent – where you have given clear permission
- Contract – where processing is necessary to perform a contract
- Legal obligation – where required by law
- Legitimate interests – to operate and improve our website, provided your rights are not overridden

5. How We Use Your Data
- To provide and manage our services
- To respond to enquiries
- To send service-related communications
- To improve website performance and security

6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

7. Data Sharing
We may share your data with trusted third parties such as:
- Website hosting providers
- Analytics providers
- IT and system administration services
All third parties are required to process data securely and lawfully.

8. International Data Transfers
Where personal data is transferred outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as International Data Transfer Agreements (IDTAs) or adequacy regulations.

9. Your Rights Under UK GDPR
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion (right to be forgotten)
- Object to processing
- Restrict processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, contact us at thecatandthecomma@gmail.com.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):
https://www.ico.org.uk

10. Electronic Communications & PECR
We comply with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

We will only send marketing emails where:
- You have given explicit consent, or
- You are an existing customer and the communication relates to similar services, and
- You are given a clear option to opt out in every message

You may opt out of marketing communications at any time.

11. Cookies
Details of how we use cookies, including consent requirements under PECR, are set out below.

Cookies Policy

This website uses cookies in accordance with the UK GDPR and PECR.

1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.

2. Types of Cookies We Use
- Strictly necessary cookies – required for website operation
- Analytics cookies – help us understand website usage
- Functional cookies – remember preferences

- Advertising cookies - used by advertising companies to serve ads that are relevant to your interests.

Non-essential cookies are only used with your consent.

3. Managing Cookies
You can manage or withdraw your cookie consent at any time via our cookie banner or your browser settings.

4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services such as analytics or embedded content providers.

5. Contact
If you have questions about this policy, contact us at thecatandthecomma@gmail.com.