Privacy & Copyright Policy

Last updated: August 2026

Privacy Policy

The privacy of visitors to awesomephotos.uk is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data when you visit this website or contact us.

This policy is written in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and other applicable UK data protection laws.

Who we are

Website: awesomephotos.uk
Data Controller: Paul Denton
Contact email: paul@awesomephotos.uk

As the data controller, I am responsible for how your personal data is used and protected.

Personal data we collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

• Name, email address, subject and message when you use the contact form.
• IP address and technical information where this is collected by analytics or security services.
• Cookie and consent preferences.

Children's information

This website is not intended for use by children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 13 without the consent of a parent or legal guardian. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

If you are under 13, please do not submit any personal information through this website. Parents or guardians who believe that a child has provided us with personal data without their consent are encouraged to contact us so that we can investigate and remove such information where appropriate.

How we use your personal data

We only use personal data where we have a lawful basis to do so.

Contact enquiries

If you contact us via the contact form, we use your details solely to:

• Respond to your enquiry.
• Communicate with you about that enquiry.

Lawful basis: Consent and/or legitimate interest, depending on the circumstances.
Retention: We normally retain contact enquiries for up to 3 years unless required for legal or operational reasons.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors use the website so we can improve content, layout, and performance.

This information may include:

• Pages visited.
• Time spent on the site.
• Device and browser type.
• Approximate location.

We do not use Google Analytics to directly identify individuals. Analytics data is processed by Google as a data processor and is subject to your cookie consent preferences. Analytics storage is denied by default and is only granted when you consent through our cookie banner.

Google reCAPTCHA

Our contact form uses Google reCAPTCHA to help protect the website from spam and automated submissions. reCAPTCHA may process technical information about your visit in accordance with Google’s own privacy terms.

Cookies and consent

We use cookies and similar technologies in accordance with UK law. Consent for non-essential cookies, including analytics, is managed using the Silktide Consent Manager.

You can review or change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the cookie icon at the bottom-left of the website. Further details are available in our Cookies Policy.

Data sharing and third parties

We do not sell or rent personal data.

Personal data may be shared only:

• With trusted service providers, such as Google, acting as data processors.
• Where required by law or legal process.
• To protect our legal rights or prevent fraud or abuse.

Where data is processed outside the UK, appropriate safeguards are used in accordance with UK GDPR.

Your data protection rights

Under UK GDPR, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data.
• Request correction of inaccurate data.
• Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”).
• Restrict or object to processing.
• Request data portability.
• Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact paul@awesomephotos.uk.

Automated decision-making

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects.

Data security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data from unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

While we take security seriously, no internet transmission is ever completely secure. Please avoid sending sensitive personal information by email or through the contact form.

Data retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

Social media features

This website may include social media features such as links, share buttons or embedded content. These features may collect your IP address or set cookies where applicable.

Your interactions with these features are governed by the privacy policies of the relevant social media providers.

External links

This website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or security of third-party websites. Please review their privacy policies separately.

Data breaches

In the event of a personal data breach that poses a risk to individuals’ rights and freedoms, we will notify the relevant authorities and affected individuals where required in accordance with UK GDPR requirements.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. The most recent version will always be available on this page.

Contact us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

paul@awesomephotos.uk

Copyright Policy

Last updated: August 2026

Copyright

Unless otherwise stated, all content on this website, including text, images, graphics, and code, is © 2020 – awesomephotos.co.uk. Content may not be copied, reproduced, republished, distributed, or transmitted in any form without prior written permission, except where permitted by law (for example, fair dealing for criticism or review).

Use of images and third-party content

Images and other content used on this website are believed to be used with permission, under licence, or under applicable exceptions.

If you believe that any content on this website infringes your copyright, please contact us with details of the material and proof of ownership. Any valid concerns will be investigated promptly and the content removed where appropriate.

Disclaimer

The content on awesomephotos.uk is provided for general information purposes only.

While reasonable efforts are made to ensure the information on this website is accurate and up to date, no guarantees are made as to its completeness or accuracy and no responsibility is accepted for errors or omissions.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Awesome Photos shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the use of, or reliance on, information provided on this website.

Nothing in this disclaimer excludes or limits liability where it would be unlawful to do so.

Website availability and security

We do not guarantee that this website will always be available, uninterrupted, or free from errors, viruses, or other harmful components.

You are responsible for using appropriate safeguards, including virus protection, when accessing the site.

Terms of use

By using this website, you agree to these terms of use. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment of the site.

Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales, and the courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction.

Trademarks

All page headers, logos, custom graphics, and design elements on this website are trademarks or service marks of Awesome Photos, unless otherwise stated. All other trademarks, product names, and logos mentioned on this website are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only.

Contact

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints relating to this page or the content of this website, please contact:

paul@awesomephotos.uk