Privacy Policy
This privacy policy explains how Pig and Whistle ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit pigswhistle.com (the "Site"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection laws including the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Who we are
Pig and Whistle is an independent editorial publication based in the United Kingdom. For data protection enquiries, contact us at [email protected].
What information we collect
We aim to collect as little personal information as possible. The information we may collect includes:
- Server log data: Standard web server logs including IP address, browser type, referring URL, pages visited, and timestamp. These logs are retained for up to 30 days and used solely for security monitoring and aggregate traffic analysis.
- Email correspondence: If you contact us by email, we retain your message and email address to respond. We do not add correspondents to mailing lists without explicit consent.
- Cookies: We use a small number of strictly necessary cookies (see "Cookies" below).
We do not require account registration, do not run user comments on our articles, and do not collect form data beyond what you voluntarily send by email.
Cookies
We use only cookies that are strictly necessary for the operation of the Site (for example, security cookies set by our content delivery network). We do not use behavioural advertising cookies, third-party tracking cookies, or analytics cookies that identify individual visitors. You can disable cookies in your browser settings; most parts of the Site will continue to function normally.
If we add analytics cookies in future (such as a privacy-respecting analytics service), we will update this policy and provide a clear opt-in mechanism.
How we use information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Operating and securing the Site
- Responding to email correspondence
- Aggregate traffic analysis (without identifying individual visitors)
- Complying with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
Affiliate links and third parties
Some pages contain affiliate links to brewery shops, beer retailers, or similar services. When you click an affiliate link and complete a purchase, the third-party retailer may set their own cookies and collect their own data subject to their own privacy policies. We receive a small commission but do not receive personally identifiable information about your purchase.
Data retention
Server logs are retained for up to 30 days. Email correspondence is retained for as long as needed to handle the enquiry and may be retained longer for record-keeping purposes (typically 2 years). You may request deletion of any personal data we hold by emailing [email protected].
Your rights under UK GDPR
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
- Access personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of personal data
- Object to processing
- Request data portability
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk
To exercise any of these rights, email [email protected]. We will respond within one calendar month.
Children's privacy
The Site is not directed at children under 13 and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.
International transfers
The Site is hosted on servers that may be located outside the United Kingdom. Where personal data is transferred internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with UK data protection law.
Changes to this policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The "last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Material changes will be highlighted on the homepage for 30 days.
Contact
For privacy enquiries: [email protected]. For general editorial: [email protected]. Our full contact page has more details.