Last updated: 29/10/2025
1. Who We Are
Emerging Edge (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates the website https://emergingedge.co.uk.
Emerging Edge is a trading name currently used for pre-commercial and website development purposes.
For all privacy-related queries, please contact privacy@emergingedge.co.uk.
Once a legal entity is registered, its full name and company details will be added to this policy.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We collect personal data when you:
Leave comments or fill in forms on our website.
Upload media or interact with embedded content (such as videos or articles).
Log in to your account (if applicable).
Use our website, which automatically collects technical data like your IP address, browser type, and device information.
The information collected may include:
Name, email address, and website (when provided).
IP address and browser user agent (for spam and security checks).
Uploaded media (please avoid including EXIF location data).
3. Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your experience and ensure site functionality.
Essential cookies are required for basic operation.
Optional cookies (e.g., analytics or preferences) will only be used with your consent.
You can manage cookie settings via our cookie banner or your browser preferences.
For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.
4. How We Use Your Data
We use personal data to:
Display and moderate comments.
Respond to enquiries or contact requests.
Maintain website security and prevent spam.
Analyse website traffic and improve performance.
5. Lawful Basis for Processing
We process personal data under the following lawful bases:
Consent – for comments, forms, and optional cookies.
Contract – when fulfilling a request or agreement.
Legal obligation – where required by law.
Legitimate interests – for security, site maintenance, and analytics.
6. Who We Share Data With
We share data only with trusted service providers that help us operate our website, such as:
Website hosting and security providers.
Analytics and spam detection services (e.g., Akismet, Google Analytics).
Email delivery or communication tools (if applicable).
These partners process data under strict confidentiality and only as instructed by us.
Some services may store data outside the UK; when they do, appropriate safeguards such as UK adequacy decisions or Standard Contractual Clauses are in place.
7. How Long We Retain Your Data
Comments and their metadata are retained indefinitely to help with moderation.
Registered user data (if applicable) is stored as long as the account remains active.
Contact form submissions are kept for up to 12 months unless further retention is necessary for business or legal reasons.
8. Your Rights
Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you.
Request correction or deletion of your data.
Withdraw consent at any time (where consent applies).
Object to or restrict processing in certain circumstances.
Request data portability.
To exercise your rights, contact us at privacy@emergingedge.co.uk.
If you are not satisfied with how we handle your data, you may contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
9. Data Security
We use SSL encryption, firewalls, and access controls to protect your data against unauthorised access, alteration, or loss.
While no online system is completely secure, we regularly review our security measures to maintain best practices.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.