Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 27 May 2025
Website: https://www.baboonrock.com

1. Who We Are

BaboonRock.com is a personal website operated by an individual based in the United Kingdom. The site shares content related to outdoor kitchens, product recommendations, how-to guides, and related creative projects.

The website does not currently operate as a commercial business. However, it may offer products for sale and include login-based access to content such as downloadable guides in future. Some pages may include affiliate links or accept voluntary tips and donations to support the site.

We are committed to protecting your privacy in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), which came into effect on 1 January 2021, and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. What Personal Data We Collect and Why

A. Data You Provide

You may provide personal data when you:

Sign up for a user account (e.g. to access the how-to guide)
Submit a comment, review, or feedback
Contact us via form or email
Leave a tip/donation
In future: subscribe to services or make purchases

This may include:

Your name and email address
Comments or messages
Account login details (securely encrypted)
Delivery address (if selling begins)

We use this data to:

Provide access to the guide
Respond to your enquiries
Moderate and display reviews
Send updates or admin emails

B. Data Collected Automatically

We may collect anonymised technical data like:

IP address
Device type
Browser version
Pages viewed

This helps us monitor website performance and prevent abuse.

3. Analytics and Cookies (Planned)

BaboonRock.com does not currently use analytics or tracking cookies. In future, we may use tools like Google Analytics or Facebook Pixel to understand traffic and improve the site.

If so, we will update this policy and provide a [Cookie Policy] in accordance with UK law.

4. Reviews, Feedback, and Testimonials

If you submit feedback or a testimonial, we may publish it (with your consent) on the website. You can request its removal at any time.

5. Affiliate Links and Donations

Some links are affiliate links, which may result in a commission at no cost to you. Tips and donations are processed securely by third-party platforms (e.g. Buy Me a Coffee). We do not store your payment details.

6. Downloadable Files

If you download blueprints or other content from the site, you do so at your own discretion and risk. Do not share or republish downloadable content.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary:

Contact enquiries: up to 12 months
Account data: until you delete your account
Reviews/testimonials: until removed at your request
Future order data: retained as required by law

8. Your Rights

Under UK law, you have the right to:

Access your data
Request correction or deletion
Withdraw consent
Object to processing

You can exercise your rights by contacting us.

If you are not satisfied, you may complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
https://ico.org.uk/make-a-complaint/

9. Data Security

We use encryption (HTTPS), secure storage, and account protection measures to keep your data safe. We never sell your data.

10. Jurisdiction

This website is operated in the United Kingdom and subject to UK data protection laws.

11. Contact

Email: info@baboonrock.com
Location: United Kingdom