1. Introduction
This privacy policy explains how Ranting & Raving (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data when you use our website at rantingandraving.eco. We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our website.
2. Who We Are
We are the Data Controller for the purposes of data protection law.
- Name: Ranting & Raving
- Contact Email: sarah@rantingandraving.eco
GreenNet (greennet.org.uk) is our web hosting provider and email service. They act as a Data Processor on our behalf, storing our data, managing server infrastructure, and hosting the email accounts where we store user data. Please refer to their privacy policy for details on how they handle data as a processor.
3. What Personal Data We Collect
We collect your preferred name and email address if you:
- Register for a workshop
- Join our Mailing List
We automatically collect additional technical data when you visit our website:
- IP Address: To identify your approximate location (country/city level) for security and statistical purposes.
- Browser and Device Info: Type of browser, operating system, and device model.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, and referring URLs.
4. Who We Share Your Data With
We only share your personal data with third parties where necessary to operate our website or comply with the law.
- GreenNet (Hosting & Email Provider): They store our data, host our email services, and may access logs for security maintenance.
- Law Enforcement Authorities: We may disclose personal data if required by a court order, subpoena, or request from a competent law enforcement authority, or where necessary to protect the vital interests of our users or others.
5. Links
rantingandraving.eco contains links to other websites. Please note that when you click on one of these links, you are moving to another website. We encourage you to read the privacy statements of these linked sites as their privacy policies may differ from ours.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website does not use cookies or similar tracking technologies. We do not place any files on your device that track your browsing habits or collect data about your interactions with the site beyond what is technically necessary for the website to function.
7. How Long We Keep Your Data
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy.
- Workshop Registration: Retained until after the follow-up email from the workshop has been sent, though you will be offered to join our Mailing List.
- Mailing List: Retained with the option to delete your data by emailing sarah@rantingandraving.eco.
- Server Logs via GreenNet: Retained for 1 year for security auditing, then overwritten.
8. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data in certain circumstances (e.g., if it is no longer needed).
- Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we limit how we use your data.
- Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: If we rely on consent, you can withdraw it at any time (this does not affect the lawfulness of processing prior to withdrawal).
- Right to Complain: You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
9. Children’s Privacy
Our workshops and website is intended for a general adult audience. We do not knowingly solicit or collect personal data from individuals under the age of 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has submitted personal data to our site, please contact us immediately, and we will delete it promptly.
10. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include:
- SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit.
- Regular backups stored securely.
- Restricted access to personal data on a need-to-know basis.
- Ongoing monitoring of security vulnerabilities.
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data processing practices, please contact: sarah@rantingandraving.eco
Last Updated: August 19, 2026