Privacy Policy DRAFT

Last updated: February 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Sparky Books (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit our website www.sparkybooks.co.uk.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

Company name: Sparky Books
Registered in: England and Wales
Registered address: Ridgeview House, Lower Road, Loosely Row, BUCKS
Email: sales@sparkybooks.co.uk

For the purposes of data protection law, we are the data controller.

2. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

a) Information you provide to us

• Name

• Email address

• Any information you submit via contact forms or email

b) Technical data (collected automatically)

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device and operating system

• Pages visited and time spent on the site

This data is collected using cookies and similar technologies.

3. How We Use Your Personal Data

We use your personal data to:

• Respond to enquiries and messages

• Operate and improve our website

• Monitor website usage and performance

• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal data.

4. Legal Bases for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases:

• Consent – where you have given clear permission (e.g. cookies, mailing lists)

• Legitimate interests – to operate and improve our website

• Legal obligation – where required by law

5. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and analyse traffic.

You can control or disable cookies through:

• Our cookie consent banner

• Your browser settings

For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

6. Third-Party Services & Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites, including Amazon.

Please note:

• Purchases made on Amazon are governed by Amazon’s Privacy Policy

• We do not receive your payment or order information from Amazon

• We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices

7. Data Sharing

We may share personal data with:

• Website hosting providers

• Analytics services (e.g. Google Analytics, if used)

All third parties are required to process your data securely and in accordance with UK GDPR.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

• Contact enquiries: up to 12 months

• Analytics data: according to provider settings

• Legal or regulatory data: as required by law

9. Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request deletion of your data

• Object to or restrict processing

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
  👉 https://ico.org.uk

To exercise your rights, contact us at sales@sparkybooks.co.uk.

10. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.

11. International Data Transfers

If we use services that process data outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as UK-approved standard contractual clauses.

12. 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 date.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:

Email: sales@sparkybooks.co.uk.
Postal address: Ridgeview House, Lower Road, Loosely Row, BUCKS