Effective Date: October 2025

Last Updated: October 2025 

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At My London Pages (“we,” “us,” or “our”), your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website www.mylondonpages.com, in accordance with the UK GDPR, EU GDPR, and other applicable international privacy regulations.

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1. Who We Are

My London Pages is a personal blog that shares stories, insights, and travel experiences about life in London and beyond.

Data Controller: My London Pages

London, United Kingdom

hello@mylondonpages.com

Our website is hosted by IONOS SE, located in Germany, and built using the WordPress content management system. 

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2. Information We Collect

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

• Personal Details: such as your name and email address (e.g., when you leave comments, contact us, or subscribe to our newsletter).
• Technical Data: including your IP address, browser type, device, operating system, and referring URL.
• Cookies & Analytics: information about your browsing behaviour to improve the site.
• Affiliate Data: when you click on affiliate links.

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3. How We Collect Information

• Directly from you: when you submit a comment, sign-up for emails, or contact us.
• Automatically: via cookies, analytics, and log files.
• Through third parties: such as affiliate networks or social media embeds.

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4. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

• Operate and maintain the website.
• Respond to comments and inquiries.
• Send newsletters or updates (only with your consent).
• Analyse website performance and user behaviour.
• Display relevant affiliate content or advertising.
• Comply with legal requirements.

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5. Legal Basis for Processing (UK & EU GDPR)

We rely on the following lawful bases to process your data:

• Consent (e.g., subscribing to newsletters or accepting cookies).
• Legitimate interest (e.g., improving site performance).
• Legal obligation (when required to comply with regulations).

You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us or using unsubscribe links in emails.

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6. Hosting & Analytics by IONOS

Our website is hosted by IONOS SE (Elgendorfer Str. 57, 56410 Montabaur, Germany).

IONOS automatically collects anonymised data (no cookies) such as:

• Referrer URL
• Requested page or file
• Browser type and version
• Operating system and device
• Access time & IP address (anonymised)

IONOS Web Analytics does not use cookies and complies fully with EU & UK GDPR standards.

Learn more here: https://www.ionos.co.uk/terms-gtc/privacy-policy 

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7. WordPress & Embedded Content

Our site uses WordPress, which may collect technical and engagement data:

• When visitors leave comments, WordPress stores the data shown in the comment form, your IP address, and browser user agent string (to help detect spam).
• Embedded content (e.g., videos, maps, or Instagram posts) behaves as if you visited the source website directly, which may collect your data.

WordPress is operated by Automattic, Inc., based in the United States, and adheres to GDPR requirements through Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for data transfers.

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8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Improve site functionality.
• Analyse visitor behaviour.
• Display relevant affiliate and advertising content.

When you first visit our site, you’ll see a cookie consent banner that lets you accept or reject non-essential cookies.

You can also disable cookies in your browser settings.

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9. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our website. Google Analytics collects anonymised data using cookies.

Learn more about how Google uses your data:

https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites

Opt out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout 

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10. Affiliate Links & Advertising

My London Pages participates in affiliate programs. When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

Affiliate partners may use cookies or tracking tools.

We only recommend products we genuinely like and use ourselves.

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11. Email Newsletters

When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your name and email address.

We only send newsletters if you opt in and you can unsubscribe at any time.

We use a trusted, GDPR-compliant third-party services Newsletter to manage email subscriptions. 

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12. International Data Transfers

Because our website attracts visitors worldwide, and we use international service providers (such as WordPress & Google), your personal data may be transferred outside your home country.

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13. Data Retention

We keep your data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy or as required by law.

When no longer needed, your data is securely deleted or anonymised. 

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14. Your Rights

Depending on where you live (UK, EU, or internationally), you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data.
• Request correction or deletion.
• Restrict or object to data processing.
• Withdraw consent at any time.
• Request data portability.

To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@mylondonpages.com

We aim to respond within 30 days.

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15. Data Security

We use secure hosting (IONOS) and SSL encryption to protect your information.

While we take reasonable precautions, no online transmission is completely secure.

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16. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to external websites.

We are not responsible for their privacy practices — please review their policies when visiting other sites.

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17. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Any changes will be posted here with a new “Last Updated” date.

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18. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:

hello@mylondonpages.com

www.mylondonpages.com

London, United Kingdom