Last updated: 18/10/25
At Margate Acupuncture, accessible at https://margateacupuncture.co.uk, your privacy is very important to us. This policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.
We are committed to complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and applicable advertising/analytics requirements including Google Ads policies.
1. Information We Collect
When you use our website, we may collect:
- Personal details you provide (such as name, email address, phone number, or information submitted through our contact forms).
- Usage data (including IP address, browser type, device information, and pages you visit).
- Cookies and tracking data (used to improve site performance, run Google Ads/Analytics, and understand visitor behaviour).
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your enquiries and provide our services.
- Improve website functionality and user experience.
- Run advertising campaigns and measure their performance (including via Google Ads and Analytics).
- Meet legal or regulatory requirements.
We will never sell your data to third parties.
3. Cookies & Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. These may include:
- Essential cookies – required for site functionality (e.g. WordPress login/session).
- Performance & analytics cookies – to monitor website traffic and usage via Google Analytics.
- Advertising cookies – used by Google Ads and other partners to deliver relevant adverts and measure performance.
When you first visit the site, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to manage your preferences. You can also disable cookies in your browser settings.
4. Third-Party Services
We may share limited data with trusted third-party providers who help us operate our website and services, including:
- Google Ads & Google Analytics (advertising and analytics services).
- WordPress plugins (to improve website performance and security).
- Hosting and email providers.
These providers may process your data on our behalf, always under strict confidentiality and data protection requirements.
5. Data Retention
We only keep your personal information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide services to you.
- Meet legal and tax obligations.
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements.
After this, your data will be securely deleted.
6. Your Data Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of your data (where legally possible).
- Object to processing or restrict how we use your data.
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.
7. Data Security
We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal data, including the use of secure hosting, SSL encryption, and up-to-date WordPress security practices.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not directed to individuals under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Margate Acupuncture
📧 Email: MargateAcupuncture@gmail.com
📞 Phone: +44 7940 510923
🌐 Website: https://margateacupuncture.co.uk