Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 2026
Who we are
Edinburgh Finds is an independent local directory covering activities, hobbies, and interests in Edinburgh. We are the data controller for any personal data you provide to us. You can contact us at hello@edinburghfinds.co.uk.
What data we collect
We only collect personal data that you give us directly via the contact form: your name, email address, and the content of your message. We do not use advertising trackers, do not sell data, and do not require you to create an account to use the site.
Why we collect it
We process contact form submissions to respond to your enquiry. The lawful basis is legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) UK GDPR) — specifically, our interest in communicating with people who choose to contact us.
How long we keep it
Contact form messages are retained for up to 12 months and then deleted. We do not retain data beyond what is necessary to respond to your query.
Who we share it with
We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing. Our website is hosted on Vercel, Inc., who process data on our behalf as a data processor under a data processing agreement. No other third parties receive your personal data.
Cookies
We use only essential session cookies required for the site to function. We do not use advertising cookies or third-party tracking cookies.
Your rights
Under UK GDPR you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request erasure of your data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Data portability
To exercise any of these rights, email us at hello@edinburghfinds.co.uk. If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).