Last updated: 25/11/2025
Thank you for visiting us. We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
1. Data Controller
For the purpose of the UK GDPR, the Data Controller is:
Heartbeats&Habits
Email: nurselifestylebyiara@gmail.com
2. Information We Collect
a. Personal Data You Provide
We may collect and process personal data when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Comment on blog posts
- Contact us directly through forms or email
- Participate in promotions, surveys, or giveaways
This may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Any information voluntarily submitted in forms or messages
b. Automatically Collected Data
When you visit our blog, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Device type
- Browser information
- Pages viewed and time spent on them
- Referring website
This data helps us understand how visitors use our site and improve your experience.
c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to:
- Improve site functionality
- Analyse website traffic
- Personalise content (where applicable)
You may control cookie settings through your browser. For more details, see our Cookie Policy (available upon request or as a separate page).
3. Legal Bases for Processing Data
Under UK GDPR, we process your personal data on one or more of the following legal bases:
- Consent: e.g., subscribing to a newsletter.
- Legitimate interests: e.g., improving website performance, preventing spam.
- Contract: when you request services or communication we deliver.
- Legal obligation: where required by UK law.
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your information to:
- Send newsletters or updates (only with your consent)
- Respond to inquiries
- Improve website performance and content
- Analyse traffic and user behaviour
- Prevent fraud and maintain site security
We do not sell personal data to third parties.
5. Third-Party Services & Data Sharing
We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers such as:
- Email marketing platforms (e.g., MailerLite, Mailchimp)
- Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Hosting providers
- Advertising networks (if applicable)
These providers process data under their own privacy policies and in compliance with UK GDPR.
6. International Data Transfers
Some third-party providers may store or process data outside the UK.
When this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:
- UK-approved International Data Transfer Agreements (IDTAs)
- UK Addendum to EU SCCs
- Other legally recognised protections
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
8. Your Rights Under UK GDPR
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Rectify inaccurate data
- Erase your data (“right to be forgotten”)
- Restrict processing
- Object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Data portability (receive your data in a usable format)
To exercise your rights, contact us at: nurselifestylebyiara@gmail.com.
If you believe your data has been mishandled, you have the right to lodge a complaint with:
Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Website: ico.org.uk
9. Children’s Privacy
Our content is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under this age.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy occasionally. Any changes will be posted here with a revised “Last Updated” date.
11. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, please contact:
Heartbeats&Habits
Email: nurselifestylebyiara@gmail.com