Privacy & Cookies Policy — Whimroot
1. Personal Data We Collect
Whimroot collects only the information necessary to operate the website, respond to enquiries, and maintain security.
Contact Form
If you contact us through the form on this website, we collect the information you choose to provide, such as your name, email address, and message. This data is processed using Contact Form 7 and stored securely through Flamingo.
We do not use Flamingo’s address book feature, and email addresses are not stored in a separate contact database. They are retained only as part of the message record so we can respond to your enquiry.
Technical information such as your IP address and browser details may also be logged automatically for security purposes.
Comments
If you leave a comment on the site, WordPress collects your name, email address, comment text, and IP address. A cookie may be set to remember your details for future comments.
Server Logs
Our hosting provider automatically collects IP addresses and technical data for security, performance monitoring, and error prevention.
2. Google reCAPTCHA
We use Google reCAPTCHA on our contact form to protect the website from spam and automated abuse. reCAPTCHA analyses interactions with the form and may collect technical data such as your IP address, browser information, device details, and behavioural patterns.
This data is processed directly by Google and is subject to Google’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. The use of reCAPTCHA is based on our legitimate interest in maintaining the security and integrity of the website.
3. Cookies
Whimroot uses wpConsent to manage cookie preferences.
Essential Cookies
These are required for the website to function and include:
- Security and performance cookies
- WordPress login and comment cookies
- reCAPTCHA security cookies
These cannot be disabled.
Non‑Essential Cookies
Non‑essential cookies (such as analytics or embedded media) are only activated if you give consent. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time via the cookie settings.
4. How We Use Personal Data
We use personal data to:
- Respond to enquiries
- Maintain website security
- Improve site performance
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not use your data for marketing, newsletters, or advertising.
5. Legal Bases for Processing
We rely on:
- Legitimate interests — for site security, spam prevention, and essential functionality
- Consent — for any non‑essential cookies or optional features
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described above or as required by law.
7. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion
- Withdraw consent
- Object to certain types of processing
- Request data portability
To exercise these rights, contact us at: [itsneonpyxie@gmail.com]