I, Amanda Ellison, operate as Ellison Editorial, a sole trader offering freelance editing, proofreading, and writing services.

This privacy policy outlines the data I collect, how I use it, and my compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) effective from 25 May 2018.

 

Last updated: 14 November 2024.

 

What Information Do I Collect and Why?

When you contact me, I may request:

• Your name
• Your email address (to respond to your inquiry)
• Project details (including, potentially, a sample)

If we proceed with a working arrangement, I collect the following additional information:

• Your postal address 
• Files necessary for the work

Where Do I Store Your Data?

• Emails are stored in my password-protected email account.
• Work files are stored on my computer until the project is completed, after which they can be deleted upon your request.

How Long Do I Keep Your Data?

• Your personal data (name and address) is retained for at least seven years to comply with HMRC requirements.
• Unless requested otherwise, I will keep project files for the same period. I am happy to delete them earlier upon request.

Do I Share Your Data?

• I do not share your data with anyone unless required for an HMRC audit.
• If you consent to provide a testimonial for my website, I will use the name and details you provide.
• I do not subcontract work or discuss your project with third parties or on social media without your explicit permission.

Cookies

I do not place cookies on my website beyond those used by Webador. These include:

• Google Analytics (configured to anonymise IP addresses and prevent data usage for other Google services, ensuring no traceable data is processed).
• A functional cookie to verify website ownership, which does not impact customer privacy.