Privacy Policy
Last Updated: October 2026
Commitment to Data Minimization:
britishcarronade.com is committed to protecting your privacy in full compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. We do not sell user data, do not require user account registration to read our reviews, and collect only the minimal data necessary to maintain a secure, high-performing web portal.
1. Data Controller Identity
The data controller responsible for the processing of your personal information collected via this website is:
British Carronade
20 Fenchurch Street, London, EC3M 3BY, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 7715 392841
Email: contact@britishcarronade.com
2. Categories of Information We Process
Depending on your interaction with the Portal, we may collect and process the following categories of data:
- Server Log Information: When you request web pages, our web server temporarily logs your internet protocol (IP) address, operating system, browser type and version, referring website, and timestamp of the request.
- Correspondence Data: When you submit a query through our contact form, we collect your name or pseudonym, email address, and the contents of your message.
- Subscription Records: If you elect to enrol in our correspondence list, we store your submitted email address for the sole purpose of dispatching relevant technical bulletins.
3. Lawful Bases for Processing under UK GDPR
We process your data strictly under recognized legal bases defined in Article 6 of the UK GDPR:
- Legitimate Interests (Art. 6(1)(f)): To maintain network security, prevent automated intrusion attempts, evaluate server performance, and maintain an informative directory service.
- Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)): For processing your voluntary correspondence submissions and optional newsletter subscriptions. You retain the right to withdraw your consent at any time.
- Legal Obligation (Art. 6(1)(c)): To comply with applicable statutory retention requirements or lawful disclosures mandated by United Kingdom law enforcement authorities.
4. Data Storage, Retention & Security
We employ technical and organizational measures, including Transport Layer Security (TLS 1.3) encryption in transit, strict file permission architecture, and firewall protections to protect information against unauthorized modification or disclosure.
- Server log files are automatically purged or anonymized within 30 days.
- Inquiry records submitted through contact channels are retained for up to 12 months for administrative reference and then securely erased.
- Newsletter subscription emails are maintained until you elect to unsubscribe.
5. Third-Party Disclosures & International Transfers
britishcarronade.com does not sell, rent, or commercialize your personal data with third-party advertisers or data brokers. Data is processed within secure data centers located within the United Kingdom and the European Economic Area (EEA). If technical service providers process data outside the UK, appropriate safeguards (such as UK International Data Transfer Agreements or Standard Contractual Clauses) are verified.
6. Your Statutory Rights as a Data Subject
Under Chapter 3 of the UK GDPR, you have the following enforceable rights regarding your personal data:
- Right of Access: You may request confirmation of whether we process your data and receive a copy thereof.
- Right to Rectification: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
- Right to Erasure: You may request the deletion of your personal data where retention is no longer necessary.
- Right to Restrict Processing: You may request the temporary suspension of processing under specific circumstances.
- Right to Data Portability: You may receive your provided personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Right to Object: You may object to data processing conducted on grounds of our legitimate interests.
7. Supervisory Authority Complaints
If you believe our data processing operations infringe upon applicable data protection laws, you have the statutory right to lodge a formal complaint with the UK supervisory authority:
Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5AF
Helpline: 0303 123 1113 • Website: ico.org.uk
8. Amendments to This Policy
We reserve the right to revise this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect procedural enhancements or statutory updates. Any revisions will be published on this page with an updated effective date.
9. Contact Our Data Protection Team
To exercise any of your statutory rights or submit privacy-related questions, please write to:
Data Protection Desk — British Carronade
20 Fenchurch Street, London, EC3M 3BY, United Kingdom
Email: contact@britishcarronade.com