BLOOMSLUX

Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Bloomsbury & Wells collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data on Bloomslux.com. We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018.

Last updated: January 26, 2026.

1. Who We Are (Data Controller)

  • Platform Ownership: Bloomslux.com is owned and operated by Bloomsbury & Wells, registered trademark in England & Wales.
  • Contact: Email us at bloomsburywells@gmail.com

2. Data We Collect

We collect data you provide when registering and using the Platform, such as:

  • Name, email address, username, and password.
  • Profile information (e.g., bio, location if provided).
  • Catalogue content and any uploaded media/descriptions.
  • Communications (e.g., messages, forum posts).
  • Technical data (e.g., IP address, browser type, device info, usage logs).

We may collect payment-related data only if/when premium features are introduced and you choose to subscribe (processed securely via third-party providers; we do not store full card details).

3. How We Use Your Data

  • To provide and improve the Platform (e.g., manage accounts, enable catalogue features, facilitate community interactions).
  • To communicate with you (e.g., account updates, notifications about potential future premium options).
  • For security, moderation, and legal compliance.
  • With your consent (where required), for marketing (you can opt out anytime).

4. Legal Basis

  • Performance of contract (for core free services).
  • Legitimate interests (e.g., platform security, improvements).
  • Consent (e.g., optional marketing).

5. Sharing Data

We do not sell your data. We may share with:

  • Service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics – under strict contracts).
  • If required by law or to protect rights.

6. Storage and Security

We keep data only as long as necessary (e.g., while your account is active, plus a reasonable period after closure). We use technical and organisational measures to protect it.

7. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have rights to access, correct, delete, restrict, or port your data; object to processing; and withdraw consent. Contact us to exercise these.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies for functionality and analytics (details in our Cookie Policy, if separate, or here).

10. Changes to Policy

We may update this Policy. Significant changes will be notified.