Privacy & Cookie Policy

Last updated: 21/10/2025

Your privacy is important to me. This policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit this website or use my services.

1. Who I Am

I’m Monica Thomas, trading as Monica Thomas | Web Developer. If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, you can contact me at: info@monica-webdeveloper.com

2. Information I Collect

I only collect the information needed to provide my services and improve your experience. This may include:

  • Your name, email address, and contact details when you complete a form or make an enquiry.

  • Information about your business when we begin a project (e.g. branding details, website content).

  • Basic website usage data through analytics tools (such as page views or time spent on site).

I do not collect sensitive personal information unless it’s directly relevant to our agreed work.

3. How Your Information Is Used

Your information is used to:

  • Respond to your enquiries or service requests.

  • Provide web design, development, or maintenance services.

  • Send invoices, proposals, or relevant project communications.

  • Improve the website and client experience.

  • Comply with legal obligations (for example, accounting records).

I will never sell or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Storing & Protecting Your Data

Your information is stored securely on password-protected devices and trusted cloud platforms. I only keep your data for as long as necessary to provide services or meet legal requirements. If you request deletion of your data, I will remove it from my systems unless I am required by law to retain it (e.g. financial records).

5. Cookies

This website uses small text files known as cookies to improve your browsing experience.

Cookies may:

  • Help the site remember preferences (like forms you’ve filled out).

  • Provide anonymous analytics data through tools like Google Analytics or Squarespace’s built-in analytics.

You can disable cookies at any time through your browser settings.
A banner appears on your first visit to confirm consent for cookie use in accordance with UK GDPR and PECR regulations.

6. Third-Party Services

I may use trusted third-party providers to help operate this website, such as:

  • Squarespace (website platform and hosting)

  • Google Analytics (anonymous traffic tracking)

  • Netlify / GitHub (for site hosting and deployment)

  • Stripe or PayPal (for payments, if applicable)

Each provider has its own privacy practices and complies with GDPR where relevant.

7. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Request a copy of the personal data I hold about you.

  • Ask for corrections to inaccurate information.

  • Request deletion of your data (the “right to be forgotten”).

  • Withdraw consent for data processing at any time.

If you wish to exercise these rights, please contact me at info@monica-webdeveloper.com.

8. Links to Other Websites

This website may include links to other websites. I am not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

9. Updates to This Policy

This policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in regulations or services. The latest version will always be available on this page.

10. Governing Law

This policy is governed by the laws of England and Wales.