Privacy Policy

(UK GDPR & Data Protection Act 2018 Compliant)
Last Updated: 20 Nov 2025

1. Who We Are

peadiatricnutrition.com (“we”, “our”, “us”) provides information and resources related to paediatric nutrition.

We are the data controller for the personal data collected through this website.

If you have questions, you can contact us at:
Email: [Insert Contact Email] Address (optional): [Insert Business Address]

2. What Personal Data We Collect
2.1 Data You Provide to Us

Name
Email address
Telephone number (if provided)
Information submitted through forms (e.g., your child’s age or nutritional concerns)
Any other data you voluntarily provide
Special category data:
If you submit information relating to your child’s health, this may be considered special category data under UK GDPR. We will only process this with your explicit consent or where another lawful basis applies.

2.2 Data Collected Automatically

When you visit the site, we automatically collect:

IP address
Device information
Browser details
Pages visited
Time spent
Referral source

2.3 Cookies & Similar Technologies

We use cookies for:
Site functionality
Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics or similar tools)
Preferences
Security
Under PECR, we require your consent for non-essential cookies.
You will see a cookie banner where you can manage your preferences.
You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function correctly.

3. Legal Bases for Processing (UK GDPR)

We process your personal data on the following lawful bases:

Consent — for newsletters, any special category data, and analytics cookies.
Legitimate interests — to improve the website, prevent fraud, and respond to general enquiries.
Contract — when you contact us to receive services or information.
Legal obligation — where required by law.
Special category data (e.g., child nutritional concerns) is processed only under explicit consent.

4. How We Use Your Personal Data

We may use your data to:
Respond to enquiries
Provide requested information or resources
Send newsletters (if you opt in)
Improve website function and performance
Analyse user behaviour
Maintain site security
Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell your personal data.

5. How We Share Your Data

We may share your data with:
Website hosting providers
Analytics and marketing tools (only with consent)
Email delivery platforms
Professional advisers (legal, compliance)
Authorities, if legally required

All third-party processors are contractually required to protect your data in accordance with UK GDPR.

6. International Transfers

Some of our service providers may be outside the UK.
Where data is transferred internationally, we rely on:

Adequacy regulations, or

Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), plus additional safeguards

7. Children’s Privacy

This website is intended for parents, guardians, and healthcare professionals.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 without parental consent.

If you believe a child has provided data to us, please contact us so we can delete it promptly.

8. Data Retention

We keep your data only for as long as necessary to:

Provide our services
Meet legal obligations
Resolve disputes
Retention periods vary by data type but are generally:
Contact form submissions: up to 24 months
Marketing emails: stored until you withdraw consent

Analytics data: per provider’s retention policy

9. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the right to:
Access your data
Request correction
Request deletion
Object to processing
Restrict processing
Withdraw consent at any time
Request data portability

To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Email].

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

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

11. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:

Encryption (where applicable)
Secure hosting
Access controls
Regular security monitoring
However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

13. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions, contact us at:

Email: [Insert Contact Email] Website: paediatricnutrition.com