Your Privacy Matters
UK Airports Guide (ukairports.net) is operated by Michael Sorsky. This privacy policy explains what information we collect when you visit this site, how we use it, and your rights in relation to it. We are committed to handling your data responsibly and in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Data Controller
The data controller for this website is Michael Sorsky, operating UK Airports Guide at ukairports.net. If you have any questions about how your data is handled, please use the contact details at the bottom of this page.
What Data We Collect
We collect limited data to understand how visitors use this site and to improve the content we provide. The types of data we may collect include:
- Usage data — pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs, and general browsing behaviour, collected anonymously via Google Analytics.
- Technical data — your IP address (anonymised), browser type, device type, and operating system, collected automatically when you visit the site.
- Search data — search queries used to find this site, as reported in aggregate by Google Search Console. We do not see individual user search queries.
- Contact data — if you contact us directly by email, we will retain your name and email address in order to respond to your enquiry.
Cookies
This site uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to help us understand how visitors use the site. We use the following types of cookies:
Analytics cookies
Set by Google Analytics (GA4) to collect anonymised data about how visitors interact with the site. These cookies help us understand which pages are most popular and how users navigate the site. Analytics cookies are only set with your consent.
Essential cookies
Strictly necessary cookies that enable core site functionality. These cannot be disabled as the site would not function correctly without them.
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling analytics cookies will not affect your ability to use the site. Our cookie consent banner allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies when you first visit.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services, each of which may process data about your visit:
Google Analytics (GA4)
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use this site. Google Analytics collects anonymised usage data. IP anonymisation is enabled. Google's privacy policy is available at policies.google.com/privacy.
Google Search Console
We use Google Search Console to monitor how this site appears in Google Search results. Search Console provides aggregate data about search queries and does not give us access to individual user data.
Getty Images
Some images on this site are served via Getty Images' content delivery network. Getty Images may set cookies or collect data in accordance with their own privacy policy.
Hosting provider
This site is hosted by GoDaddy. GoDaddy may process technical data (such as IP addresses) as part of providing hosting services. GoDaddy's privacy policy is available at godaddy.com/legal/agreements/privacy-policy.
Legal Basis for Processing
How Long We Keep Your Data
Analytics data is retained for 14 months in Google Analytics, after which it is automatically deleted. Server logs are retained for a maximum of 90 days. Email correspondence is retained for as long as necessary to resolve your enquiry and for a reasonable period thereafter.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights in relation to your personal data:
- The right to access the personal data we hold about you.
- The right to rectification if any data we hold about you is inaccurate or incomplete.
- The right to erasure ('right to be forgotten') in certain circumstances.
- The right to restrict processing of your personal data.
- The right to data portability in certain circumstances.
- The right to object to processing based on legitimate interests.
- The right to withdraw consent at any time, where processing is based on consent.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.
International Data Transfers
Some of our third-party service providers (including Google) may transfer data outside the UK. Where this occurs, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with UK GDPR requirements, such as Standard Contractual Clauses.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
Michael Sorsky
ukairports.net
You may also contact the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk or by calling 0303 123 1113.