Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Thunder Runners (thunderrunners.co.uk) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit our website. We are committed to respecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how your data is handled. This policy applies to all visitors to our site, regardless of location.

Information We Collect

When you visit Thunder Runners, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity. This includes:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on site
• Referring website or search engine

We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or any other personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily provide it (e.g., via contact forms). We do not store this data in any database.

How We Use Information

The information we collect is used solely for the following purposes:

• To understand how visitors use our website
• To improve website performance and user experience
• To deliver relevant content and advertisements
• To comply with legal obligations

We do not use your data for marketing purposes, nor do we sell or rent your information to third parties.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and analyse site traffic.

Types of cookies we use:

• Essential cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
• Analytics cookies: Used by Google Analytics to measure traffic and behaviour
• Advertising cookies: Used by third-party networks to display targeted ads

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some features on our site.

Third-Party Services

We use third-party services to help operate and improve our website. These include:

• Google Analytics: To analyse traffic patterns and user behaviour
• Google AdSense: To display advertisements relevant to your interests
• Cloudflare: To enhance website security and performance

These third parties may collect data about your browsing activity. They have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review. We do not control how they use your data.

Data Security

We take the security of your information seriously. While we do not store personal data in databases, we implement industry-standard measures to protect our website and server logs from unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure. This includes using secure hosting, regular software updates, and encrypted connections (HTTPS).

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we strive to protect your information to the best of our ability.

Your Rights

Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018, you have the following rights:

• The right to be informed about how your data is used
• The right to access any data we hold about you
• The right to request deletion of your data
• The right to object to processing for direct marketing
• The right to withdraw consent where applicable

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within one month.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised Last Updated date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:

Felix Morton
Clifton Suspension Bridge Visitor Centre
Bridge Road, Leigh Woods, North Somerset
BS8 3PA, United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]