Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 2026 — Revision 02-A
Introduction
Tarlonek ("we", "us", "our") is an editorial nutrition archive operated from 19 Crawford Street, London W1H 1PJ, United Kingdom. This Privacy Policy sets out how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data provided by visitors to this website (tarlonek.info).
We operate in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. We are committed to handling personal data with care, transparency, and in accordance with your rights as a data subject.
If you have questions about how your data is handled, you may write to us at [email protected] or by post at the address above.
Data We Collect
We collect personal data in the following circumstances:
- — Contact form submissions: When you use the contact form on this website, we collect your name, email address, and the content of your message. This data is used solely to respond to your enquiry.
- — Cookies and usage data: We use cookies to understand how visitors use this site. The types of cookies used are described in detail in our Cookie Policy. Usage data may include pages visited, time on site, and referring URL. We do not use this data to identify individuals.
- — Server logs: Our hosting provider automatically logs standard access data including IP address, browser type, and page requests. These logs are retained for a maximum of 90 days and are used only for security and performance monitoring.
We do not collect sensitive personal data, payment information, or any data relating to minors. We do not operate a mailing list or subscription service.
Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases for processing personal data:
Processing of server log data and anonymised usage analytics is carried out on the basis of legitimate interests — specifically, the operation and security of this website. This processing does not override your rights as a data subject.
Where cookies beyond strictly functional ones are placed on your device, we rely on your consent as expressed through the cookie consent banner. You may withdraw this consent at any time via the Cookie Settings link in the footer.
Processing of contact form data is carried out so as to respond to your enquiry or, where relevant, to take steps at your request prior to any formal engagement.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as is necessary for the purpose for which it was collected:
- — Contact form data is retained for a maximum of 12 months following the resolution of the relevant correspondence, after which it is deleted.
- — Server access logs are retained for 90 days and then automatically overwritten.
- — Cookie consent records are retained for 12 months so as to honour the preferences you have expressed.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR you have the following rights in relation to your personal data. To exercise any of these rights, write to us at [email protected]. We will respond within one calendar month.
You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data we hold about you.
You may request deletion of your personal data where there is no compelling reason for continued processing.
You may request that we restrict how your data is used in certain circumstances.
Where processing is based on consent or contract, you may receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
You may object to processing based on legitimate interests at any time.
If you are not satisfied with how we handle your data or your rights request, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk or by post at Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5AF.
Third Parties & Data Transfers
We do not sell, rent, or share personal data with third parties for marketing purposes. Data may be shared with the following categories of service provider, who are bound by confidentiality and data processing agreements:
- — Hosting providers: The website is hosted on servers located in the United Kingdom or the European Economic Area. Access logs are held by the hosting provider under a data processing agreement.
- — Analytics providers: Where analytics cookies are accepted, anonymised usage data may be processed by a third-party analytics platform. No personally identifying data is transmitted to analytics providers.
We do not transfer personal data outside the United Kingdom or the EEA without ensuring adequate safeguards are in place as required by UK GDPR.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, our practices, or the services offered by this site. The revision date at the top of this document will be updated accordingly. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Substantive changes to how we handle personal data will be noted in the archive's editorial notes for the relevant period. For questions about any change, contact us at [email protected].
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