Privacy Policy
Last updated: 17 May 2025
1 Who We Are
keepingupwithaiverything.blog (the “Site”) is operated by Bryan Kennerley, sole proprietor
Data-controller contact: support@keepingupwithaiverything.blog
2 What Personal Data We Collect and Why
| Category | Examples | Purpose | Legal Basis (UK GDPR Art. 6) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Site statistics | IP address, browser type, pages visited | Improve content and detect abuse via Google Analytics | Consent (Art. 6 (1)(a)) via cookie banner |
| Newsletter & post notifications | E-mail address, sign-up timestamp | Send requested updates through MailPoet | Consent (Art. 6 (1)(a)) |
| Server logs | IP address, request headers, error logs | Security, troubleshooting | Legitimate interests (Art. 6 (1)(f)) – site integrity |
| Advertising identifiers | Cookie IDs, ad engagement data | Show (future) Google AdSense ads, measure revenue | Consent plus legitimate interests where applicable |
We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal data (Art. 9 GDPR) or information from children under 13. Parents who believe a child has provided data may e-mail us for deletion (Section 8).
3 Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use:
- Essential cookies – load-balancing, security; cannot be switched off.
- Analytics cookies (Google Analytics 4) – disabled until you give consent via the banner.
- Advertising cookies (Google AdSense) – will load only after consent, delivering personalised or contextual ads.
- MailPoet tracking pixels – determine which newsletter links are clicked.
You can withdraw consent at any time by clicking Cookie Settings in the footer, clearing your cookies, or adjusting your browser controls.
4 Email Communications
- Double opt-in. You will receive a confirmation e-mail before we add you to the list.
- Unsubscribe. Every message includes a one-click “unsubscribe” link or you may e-mail: support@keepingupwithaiverything.blog
- Analytics. MailPoet records opens, clicks, and approximate location (city-level) to help us refine content.
We never sell or rent your e-mail address.
5 Caching
This site utilises caching to facilitate a faster response time and a better user experience. Caching potentially stores a duplicate copy of every web page that is on display on this site. All cache files are temporary and are never accessed by any third party, except as necessary to obtain technical support from the cache plugin vendor. Cache files expire on a schedule set by the site administrator, but may easily be purged by the admin before their natural expiration, if necessary. We may use QUIC.cloud services to process & cache your data temporarily. Please see https://quic.cloud/privacy-policy/ for more details.
6 How We Share Your Data
| Recipient / Processor | Role | Safeguards |
|---|---|---|
| Google LLC | Analytics & AdSense cookies | EU-approved Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) |
| MailPoet (Automattic Inc.) | Email delivery & list management | SCCs; data centres in the US & EU |
| Hostinger International Ltd. | Web hosting & server log storage (data centres: UK / NL / US) | ISO 27001 certification; DPA with SCCs |
| Legal authorities | Only if compelled to comply with a lawful request | Limited to data strictly required |
7 International Transfers
Because we use service providers (Google, MailPoet, Hostinger) that may store data outside the UK/EU, personal data can be transferred to countries without an adequacy decision. Such transfers rely on Standard Contractual Clauses and supplementary safeguards (encryption in transit and at rest).
8 Data Retention
- Newsletter e-mails – kept until you unsubscribe; system then anonymises your address within 30 days.
- Analytics records – IP-anonymised and retained for 14 months (GA4 standard) before automatic deletion.
- Server logs – rotated every 90 days unless required for security investigation.
9 Your Rights
Under UK GDPR / EU GDPR you may:
- Access – ask for a copy of the personal data we hold.
- Rectify – correct inaccurate data.
- Erase – request deletion (“right to be forgotten”).
- Restrict processing.
- Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
- Data portability – obtain a machine-readable export of data you provided.
- Withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior lawful processing.
To exercise any right, e-mail: support@keepingupwithaiverything.blog and we will respond within one month.
If you believe we mishandled your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) or your local supervisory authority.
10 Security Measures
- HTTPS with TLS 1.3 encryption
- Web application firewall (WAF) provided by Hostinger
- Regular WordPress updates and malware scans
- Access to subscriber data restricted via role-based logins and 2-factor authentication
No internet transmission is 100 % secure; therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11 Links to Other Sites
Articles may link to external websites. We have no control over, and are not responsible for, their privacy practices. You should review the privacy policy of every site you visit.
12 Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the revised version with a new “Last updated” date and, when changes are material, notify subscribers by e-mail.
13 Contact
For privacy questions or requests, e-mail: support@keepingupwithaiverything.blog
Bryan Kennerley
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