Privacy

This Privacy Policy describes how GaySaunas.co.uk (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and shares your personal information when you visit our website.

As a directory and resource for the MSM (men who have sex with men) community, we understand that privacy and discretion are your highest priorities. We are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Information We Collect

We collect minimal information to provide you with the best directory experience while maintaining your anonymity.

  • Log Data: When you visit our site, our servers automatically log standard data provided by your web browser. This includes your IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and the date/time of your visit.
  • Cookies: We use cookies to improve site functionality and analyze traffic. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
  • Voluntary Information: If you contact us via email or a contact form, we collect your email address and any information you choose to provide to respond to your inquiry.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data for the following purposes:

  • To maintain and improve the website and its directory listings.
  • To understand how visitors interact with our guides and FAQs.
  • To ensure the security of our website and prevent fraudulent activity.
  • To respond to your questions or feedback.

Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases:

  • Consent: For the use of non-essential cookies.
  • Legitimate Interests: To provide our directory services, improve our content, and maintain site security.

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, such as:

  • Analytics Providers: (e.g., Google Analytics) to help us understand site usage.
  • Security Services: (e.g., Cloudflare) to protect against malicious traffic.
  • Mapping Services: (e.g., Google Maps) to display venue locations.

These third parties are prohibited from using your data for any other purpose.

5. Discretion and Sensitive Content

We recognize that your use of this website may relate to your sexual orientation, which is classified as “special category data” under GDPR. We do not require you to create an account or provide identifying information to browse our directory. We recommend using a private browser or clearing your history if you require absolute local privacy on your device.

6. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
  • Rectification: Ask us to correct inaccurate information.
  • Erasure: Request that we delete your personal data.
  • Object/Restrict: Object to or restrict the processing of your data.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

Our website contains links to external venue websites. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.

Note: All links on this site are configured to open within the current window to maintain your browsing privacy.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date at the bottom of this page will reflect the most recent changes.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us.

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