Privacy Policy – Past & Passage
Effective from: 2 May 2025
At Past & Passage, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and store your personal information when you interact with our website or communicate with our team.
1. Who We Are
Past & Passage is an independent editorial platform exploring memory, heritage, and migration. Our website address is: www.pastandpassage.com
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
- Contact Information – such as your name and email address, when you subscribe to our newsletter or get in touch with us via email.
- Submission Details – including biographical information and writing samples, if you submit content to us.
- Usage Data – information about how you use our website, including your IP address, browser type, and pages visited (collected via cookies and analytics tools).
We do not collect sensitive personal data unless explicitly provided for editorial purposes with your consent.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
- Respond to enquiries and editorial submissions
- Send occasional newsletters and updates, if you’ve opted in
- Understand how our website is used, so we can improve its content and accessibility
- Maintain the security and functionality of our site
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Your Rights
Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your information
- Withdraw consent at any time (e.g. unsubscribe from emails)
- Complain with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: privacy@pastandpassage.com
5. Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and to collect anonymous usage data. You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.
6. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored securely and is only accessible to authorised members of the Past & Passage team. We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your information.
7. External Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. Please review their policies before sharing your data.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please email us at:
privacy@pastandpassage.com
