Last updated: 24 March 2026

Who We Are

This website is operated by Opsydia Limited (“we”, “us”, “our”), Registered Company Number 10876500. 
Website: https://opsydia.com

Contact details
Email: [email protected]
Registered Address: 9400 Garsington Road, Oxford, OX4 2HN

We are the data controller responsible for your personal data under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

What Personal Data We Collect

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

a) Comments

When visitors leave comments, we collect:

• Name and email address (as provided)
• IP address
• Browser user agent string

This is used for moderation and spam detection.

b) Media

If you upload images, they may contain embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors may be able to extract this data.

c) Contact Forms

If you contact us via forms, we may collect:

• Name
• Email address
• Any information you provide in your message

d) Cookies and Technical Data

We use cookies and similar technologies to collect:

• Login information
• Preferences
• Usage data

See Cookies Section for full details.

e) Analytics Data

We collect usage data that may include pseudonymised identifiers such as:

• Pages visited
• Time spent on site
• Device and browser type

Lawful Bases for Processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Legitimate Interests:
  For operating and maintaining the website, such as providing website functionality, security, and spam prevention.
• Consent:
  For non-essential cookies and analytics (such as tracking pages visited, usage patterns, and preferences), where required.
• Contract:
  Where processing is necessary to respond to enquiries submitted via contact forms or otherwise, or to provide services.
• Legal Obligation:
  Where required to comply with legal or regulatory requirements.

How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

• Operate and maintain our website
• Respond to enquiries
• Moderate comments and prevent spam
• Improve website performance and user experience
• Ensure security and prevent misuse

How We Share Your Data

We may share your data with trusted third parties, including:

• Spam detection services
• Hosting providers
• Analytics providers (such as Google Analytics)
• Embedded content providers (e.g. video platforms)

These providers may process data outside the UK.

We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

• UK adequacy regulations
• International Data Transfer Agreements (IDTAs)

Cookies

We use the following types of cookies:

a) Essential Cookies

Required for core functionality such as login and security.

b) Preference Cookies

Store user settings (e.g. login preferences).

c) Analytics Cookies 

Help us understand how visitors use the site.

You can control cookies via:

• Our cookie banner (where applicable)
• Your browser settings

Embedded Content

Articles may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles).
These third-party websites may:

• Collect data about you
• Use cookies
• Track your interaction

This applies especially if you are logged into those services.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary:

• Comments: Indefinitely (unless deleted)
• User accounts: Until account deletion
• Contact form submissions: Up to 12 months
• Analytics data: Typically up to 26 months 

Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Restrict processing
• Object to processing
• Data portability

To exercise your rights, contact us at: [email protected]

Complaints

If you are unhappy with how we handle your data, you can complain to the UK regulator:

Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Website: https://ico.org.uk
Phone: 0303 123 1113

You may seek a judicial remedy in the UK courts if you believe your rights under UK GDPR have been infringed and the ICO has not resolved your complaint to your satisfaction.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:

• Secure hosting
• Access controls
• Encryption where appropriate

However, no system is completely secure.

Where Your Data Is Sent

Visitor comments may be checked through automated spam detection services.

Data may be transferred outside the UK where necessary, with appropriate safeguards in place.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this policy or your data, contact:

Email: [email protected]