Privacy Policy – Animal Event Places
Last updated: 28 March 2025

Animal Event Places (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of data we may collect when you use the site, how that data may be used, and your rights under UK data protection law.

Who We Are
Website address: https://animaleventplaces.org
This site is intended for use in the United Kingdom.


1. Information We May Collect

Comments
When visitors leave comments, we collect the data shown in the form, along with the IP address and browser user agent string to help detect spam.

Media Uploads
If you upload images, avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS), as this data may be accessible to other users.

Cookies
See our separate Cookie Policy for more information. Cookies help us remember user preferences and improve site functionality.

User Accounts and Submissions
If you register to submit events, places, or links, we may store the information you provide. This includes account details and any submitted content.

Embedded Content from Other Websites
Some pages may include embedded content (e.g. videos, maps, or social media). These may behave as if you visited the external site directly, which may collect data about you and use cookies or tracking.


2. How Data May Be Used

Data may be used to:

  • Display and manage comments and submissions

  • Improve the site and monitor general usage

  • Communicate with users when necessary

  • Support moderation, spam prevention, and technical operation

We do not use your information for marketing or profiling, and we do not sell your data.


3. Data Sharing

We may use third-party services (e.g. spam detection, analytics) that process data on our behalf.
If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.
Visitor comments may be checked by automated spam detection services.


4. Data Retention

Comments and associated data may be stored indefinitely to help recognise repeat interactions.
For registered users (if applicable), personal information provided in profiles may be stored until the user or an administrator removes it.


5. Your Rights

Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), you may have rights regarding your personal data, including access, correction, or deletion in certain cases.
To make a request or raise a concern, please contact us via the website.


6. Data Location

Data provided via the site may be stored on servers used by our web hosting or service providers, which are selected for reliability and security.


7. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Any changes will be reflected on this page with the updated date.


Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us through the Animal Event Places website.