Privacy
Last updated: 2025/08/17
The World on a Plate (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled responsibly. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you use our website.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
Information you provide directly (e.g. when filling in a contact form, subscribing to a newsletter, or creating an account).
Technical information automatically collected when you visit our site (such as IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies).
Transaction information if you make purchases through our website.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
Provide and improve our services and website functionality.
Respond to your enquiries or requests.
Send you updates, offers, or newsletters (if you have opted in).
Analyse site performance and usage.
Comply with legal obligations.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data under one or more of the following legal bases:
Your consent.
The performance of a contract.
Compliance with a legal obligation.
Our legitimate business interests (provided they do not override your rights).
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal data. We may share it with:
Trusted service providers who support the operation of our website (e.g. hosting, analytics, payment processors).
Regulatory authorities if required by law.
5. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyse traffic, and personalise content. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
6. Data Retention
We only keep your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
7. Your Rights
Under data protection laws (including GDPR), you have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you.
Request correction or deletion of your data.
Object to or restrict certain processing.
Withdraw consent at any time.
Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
8. Data Security
We take appropriate measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
9. International Transfers
If your data is transferred outside the UK/EEA, we ensure adequate safeguards are in place to protect it.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:
Email: data-officer@theworldonaplate.co.uk
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
Information you provide directly (e.g. when filling in a contact form, subscribing to a newsletter, or creating an account).
Technical information automatically collected when you visit our site (such as IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies).
Transaction information if you make purchases through our website.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
Provide and improve our services and website functionality.
Respond to your enquiries or requests.
Send you updates, offers, or newsletters (if you have opted in).
Analyse site performance and usage.
Comply with legal obligations.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data under one or more of the following legal bases:
Your consent.
The performance of a contract.
Compliance with a legal obligation.
Our legitimate business interests (provided they do not override your rights).
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal data. We may share it with:
Trusted service providers who support the operation of our website (e.g. hosting, analytics, payment processors).
Regulatory authorities if required by law.
5. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyse traffic, and personalise content. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
6. Data Retention
We only keep your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
7. Your Rights
Under data protection laws (including GDPR), you have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you.
Request correction or deletion of your data.
Object to or restrict certain processing.
Withdraw consent at any time.
Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
8. Data Security
We take appropriate measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
9. International Transfers
If your data is transferred outside the UK/EEA, we ensure adequate safeguards are in place to protect it.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:
Email: data-officer@theworldonaplate.co.uk