Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1 January 2024

Welcome to James-Blake.co.uk (“Website”). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Website, in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws. By accessing or using our Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect personally identifiable information that you provide voluntarily, including:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Address
  • Company name (if applicable)
  • Any other details you provide through contact forms, newsletter subscriptions, or other interactions on the Website.

1.2 Non-Personal Information

We may collect non-personal information automatically, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Referring website
  • Pages you view on our Website
  • Date and time of access
  • Other analytical data for website performance.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

2.1 To Provide and Improve Our Services

  • Responding to inquiries and customer support requests
  • Sending newsletters, updates, or marketing communications (only with your consent)
  • Enhancing Website functionality and user experience

2.2 Business and Professional Activities

  • Managing James Blake’s professional projects, including marketing, television presenting, and collaborations with contractors such as the BBC or other
  • Complying with legal obligations and resolving disputes

2.3 Analytics and Research

  • Understanding user behaviour to improve content and services
  • Monitoring Website performance

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following situations:

  • With Service Providers: Third-party companies that help us operate the Website or provide services, such as hosting, analytics, and email marketing tools.
  • With Partners and Contractors: When necessary to support James Blake’s professional engagements (e.g., BBC or other collaborators).
  • Legal Compliance: If required by law, regulation, or legal process.
  • Business Transfers: In case of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. These may include:

  • Necessary Cookies: For basic Website functionality.
  • Analytical Cookies: To understand Website performance and user behaviour.
  • Advertising Cookies: For marketing and retargeting purposes.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or the cookie consent banner on our Website.

5. Your Data Protection Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations).
  • Restriction: Request limitation of data processing.
  • Objection: Object to data processing for specific purposes.
  • Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another organisation.
  • Withdraw Consent: Opt out of marketing communications or other consent-based processing.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

7. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your information. However, no online platform can guarantee complete security. You share your information at your own risk.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. Please review their privacy policies before sharing your data.

9. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. The updated version will be posted with the “Effective Date” at the top.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

  • Email: info@james-blake.co.uk
  • Address:  Suite 215, Meadow House, 22 East Bridge Street, Belfast, BT1 3NR

Thank you for trusting James-Blake.co.uk. Your privacy is important to us.

All content on James-Blake.co.uk is created and managed by James Blake and or his team in a personal capacity. This Website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or representative of the BBC or any other corporation, organisation, or company.

Any references to professional engagements or collaborations are purely for informational purposes and relate solely to James Blake’s individual work and achievements.

Copyright Notice

All content on this website, James-Blake.co.uk, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, videos, design, and underlying source code, is the exclusive property of James Blake and is protected by copyright laws in the United Kingdom and Ireland, as well as international copyright treaties.

No part of this website may be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, or otherwise used in any manner, in whole or in part, without the express prior written consent of James Blake. This includes, but is not limited to, any use of content for commercial purposes, incorporation into derivative works, or representation as your own work.

The doctrine of ‘fair use’ does not apply to the content on this website, as it is expressly prohibited under this Copyright Notice.

Any unauthorised use, reference, or reproduction of the material constitutes a breach of copyright law and may result in legal action being taken against the infringer, including but not limited to claims for damages, injunctive relief, and recovery of legal costs.

If you have any questions regarding the permitted use of content on this website, please contact us at info@james-blake.co.uk before engaging in any activity that may infringe on these rights.

All rights reserved.

This statement is legally binding under the laws of the United Kingdom and Ireland and subject to the jurisdiction of the courts within these regions.