Privacy Policy

Welcome to Restep.co.uk, where your privacy and trust are our top priorities.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit or interact with our website. We are committed to respecting your privacy in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable privacy laws.

By using Restep.co.uk, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Who We Are

Restep.co.uk is an independent UK-based website that provides informative, helpful, and trustworthy content across a range of topics. Our team includes writers, editors, image specialists, and publishers, all working together to deliver quality information for our readers.

For privacy-related concerns, please contact:
📧 Email: contact@restep.co.uk
đź“Ť Address: Restep Resource, 20-22 Wenlock Road, London, N1 7GU, UK

2. What Information We Collect

We collect two main types of information:

a) Personal Information You Provide Voluntarily

This may include:

  • Your name and email address (e.g., when subscribing to our newsletter or submitting a contact form)
  • Comments or feedback you provide through the site

b) Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

  • Your IP address
  • Device and browser type
  • Geographic location (approximate)
  • Pages visited, time spent, referring/exit URLs
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

This information helps us understand how visitors use the site and allows us to personalise your experience.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • To improve our website’s performance and content
  • To respond to user enquiries or support requests
  • To deliver relevant ads and personalised content
  • To monitor traffic, trends, and usage patterns
  • To comply with legal obligations and ensure website security

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Restep.co.uk uses cookies and similar technologies to collect data about user interactions. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help enhance your experience and enable analytics and advertising.

You can choose to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Disable non-essential cookies
  • Manage cookie preferences via your browser settings

Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

5. Third-Party Services

We work with third-party providers who may collect, process, or track information through their own tools, governed by their own privacy policies.

a) Google Services

We use Google Analytics for traffic analysis and Google AdSense to display ads.

Google may collect:

  • Usage data
  • Device information
  • Ad engagement metrics

You can manage ad personalisation here:
đź“Ž Ads Settings

b) Ezoic Platform

We partner with Ezoic, a platform that optimises content layout and advertising. Ezoic may place cookies or track behaviour to improve ad performance and user experience.

c) Affiliate and Analytics Tools

We may include affiliate links and use other analytics or SEO tools. These third parties may place cookies and track your interaction with our site or external links.

6. Legal Basis for Processing

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

  • Consent – for email sign-ups, cookies, and personalised advertising
  • Legitimate Interest – for website functionality and usage analysis
  • Legal Obligation – when data processing is required by law

You have the right to withdraw consent at any time.

7. Your Rights

Under UK law, you have the following rights:

  • Access – You can request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction – You can ask us to update inaccurate data
  • Deletion – You can request data deletion (subject to legal obligations)
  • Objection – You can object to certain data uses (e.g. direct marketing)
  • Portability – You can request transfer of your data to another provider

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at contact@restep.co.uk.

You may also lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

8. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy or to meet legal obligations.

  • Email data is stored until you unsubscribe or request removal.
  • Analytics and advertising data are retained per third-party platform settings (e.g., Google and Ezoic’s default retention periods).

9. Data Security

We take data protection seriously and implement technical and organisational measures including:

  • HTTPS encryption
  • Secure server infrastructure
  • Admin access restrictions

However, no online system is completely secure. We advise users to act cautiously when submitting personal data online.

10. Children’s Privacy

Restep.co.uk is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or store information from children. If we learn that we have unintentionally collected such data, we will delete it promptly.

11. External Links

Our website may link to other websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies before sharing personal data.

12. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements or how we operate. The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Please check back regularly to stay informed.

13. Contact Us

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

📧 Email: contact@restep.co.uk
đź“Ť Mailing Address: Restep Resource, 20-22 Wenlock Road, London, N1 7GU, UK

Thank you for trusting Restep.co.uk. Your privacy matters to us.