1. Scope of This Policy
This privacy notice governs the static website operated under the domain ottervelvetran.sbs. We are committed to transparency, minimal data collection, and safeguarding your personal privacy while you explore our railway guides.
2. Information We Collect
We do not operate user accounts, tracking trackers, or member logins. The only data processed is that which you actively provide:
- Direct Email Inquiries: When you email our editorial desk ([email protected]), we retain your email address and message content solely to reply to your inquiry.
- Client-Side Dispatch Tool: The dispatch composer on our Contact page executes entirely in your browser using local JavaScript. Data entered into the form is never transmitted to an external server unless you choose to copy and email it to us.
- Standard Server Logs: Like all web servers, our hosting infrastructure records standard technical request logs (IP address, browser user-agent, requested page file, and timestamp) for diagnostic security and anti-abuse purposes. These logs are deleted within 30 days.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
Data processing is conducted under legitimate interests (providing accurate railway detours, maintaining network safety, and answering reader inquiries) in full compliance with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
4. Data Retention and Sharing
We do not sell, rent, trade, or share your contact details with commercial marketing vendors, rail operating companies, or third parties. Emails are retained only for as long as necessary to address the specific correspondence.
5. Your Statutory Rights
You have the right to request access to any personal correspondence we hold, to request correction of inaccurate records, or to request permanent erasure of your emails. Please address any requests to our privacy officer at [email protected].