Last updated: 31 August 2025
Who we are
This website is operated by HAAT Consulting Ltd (“we”, “us”).
Website: harrythirkettle.com
Contact: hello@harrythirkettle.com
We respect your privacy. This notice explains what we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and the choices you have under UK law.
Summary (the short version)
- We collect contact details you give us (e.g. your email for the newsletter).
- We only run analytics/marketing cookies if you accept them. You can change your choice anytime via the Manage cookies link in the footer.
- We use trusted providers to run the site (e.g. hosting, Mailchimp, Google). They process data for us and must keep it secure.
- You can ask to access, correct, delete, or get a copy of your data. Email hello@harrythirkettle.com.
- If you’re unhappy, you can complain to the ICO (the UK data regulator).
What data we collect
Data you provide
- Email and name when you subscribe to the newsletter or contact us.
- Messages you send via forms or email.
- Preferences (e.g. your marketing opt-in).
Please keep your details accurate and let us know if they change.
Data we collect if you consent
- Usage data (pages viewed, time on page, links clicked) via cookies or similar tech.
- Technical data (IP address, browser, device type, approximate location).
We collect this to understand what content helps people and to improve the site.
We do not collect special category data (e.g. health records, religion) and we do not knowingly collect data from children.
Cookies and similar tech
We use essential cookies so the site works. We only use analytics/marketing cookies if you accept them in the cookie banner. You can change your choice anytime via Manage cookies in the footer.
We use Google’s Consent Mode so Google tags respect your choices.
For details of each cookie category and provider, see our Cookie Policy (auto-generated by our cookie tool).
How we use your data (purposes and lawful bases)
- Send the newsletter you requested and manage your subscription.
- Lawful basis: Consent (you can withdraw at any time).
- Reply to enquiries and provide support.
- Lawful basis: Legitimate interests (we need to respond when you contact us).
- Run security and prevent abuse (e.g. protect against spam or attacks).
- Lawful basis: Legitimate interests.
- Measure and improve content with analytics only if you consent to non-essential cookies.
- Lawful basis: Consent.
- Comply with the law (e.g. records, regulator requests).
- Lawful basis: Legal obligation.
We do not sell personal data.
Who we share data with (processors)
We share data with providers who help us run the site. They can only use it to provide their service to us.
- Website hosting and related infrastructure.
- Email marketing: Mailchimp (manages newsletter subscriptions and sends emails).
- Analytics/ads: Google (only if you consent to those cookies).
Some providers may process data outside the UK/EEA. Where they do, we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses or similar safeguards required by law.
How long we keep data
- Newsletter data: while you remain subscribed, and up to 24 months after you unsubscribe to maintain suppression lists.
- Enquiry emails/forms: typically 24 months.
- Analytics data: kept per our tool settings and minimised where possible.
When we no longer need data, we delete or anonymise it. If deletion isn’t possible immediately (e.g. backups), we secure and isolate it until deletion.
Your rights (UK GDPR)
You can:
- access your data and get a copy;
- ask us to correct or delete it;
- ask us to limit or object to processing;
- withdraw consent (for anything we do based on consent);
- move your data (data portability), where applicable.
To exercise your rights, email hello@harrythirkettle.com. We’ll respond within one month where possible.
You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): ico.org.uk.
Children
Our content is aimed at adults. We don’t knowingly collect data from children. If you think a child has given us data, email hello@harrythirkettle.com and we’ll remove it.
Third-party links
Our site links to other websites. Their privacy practices are their own. Check their policies before sharing data with them.
Changes to this notice
We’ll update this page when things change and note the new date above.
How to contact us
HAAT Consulting Ltd
Email: hello@harrythirkettle.com
Website: harrythirkettle.com