Privacy Policy

Last updated: 10 July 2026

Welcome to ConservaTech ("we", "our" or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and protect your personal information when you visit https://www.conservatech.io/

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

ConservaTech is an independent technology policy initiative exploring ideas to help shape Britain's technological future.

Website:https://www.conservatech.io/

Email: matt@conservatech.io (replace if you use another address)

Please note: ConservaTech is an independent organisation. Unless expressly stated otherwise, it is not affiliated with or acting on behalf of any political party, government department or public authority.

2. What information we collect

Depending on how you interact with our website, we may collect:

  • your name (if you provide it);

  • your email address when you subscribe to our mailing list;

  • correspondence you send to us;

  • technical information such as browser type, operating system, IP address and device information;

  • website usage information collected through analytics (where enabled).

3. How we use your information

We use your information to:

  • send newsletters and updates you have requested;

  • inform you about ConservaTech research, events and publications;

  • respond to enquiries;

  • improve our website and visitor experience;

  • maintain the security of our website;

  • comply with legal obligations.

We will never sell your personal information.

4. Our lawful basis

Under UK GDPR we process personal data on the following legal bases:

Consent

Where you choose to subscribe to our mailing list.

Legitimate Interests

To operate and improve our website, protect against misuse and respond to enquiries.

Legal Obligation

Where required by law.

5. Email communications

If you subscribe to our mailing list, we will occasionally send updates about:

  • new policy papers;

  • articles and commentary;

  • events;

  • campaigns;

  • opportunities to engage with ConservaTech.

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email.

6. Third-party services

Our website is hosted by Squarespace.

We may also use trusted third-party providers to deliver services including:

  • website hosting;

  • email newsletters;

  • website analytics.

These providers process information on our behalf under appropriate contractual safeguards.

7. Cookies

Our website uses cookies necessary for the operation of the site.

Where we use optional cookies, such as analytics cookies, you will be asked for your consent where required.

Please see our Cookie Policy for further information.

8. How long we keep your information

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary.

If you unsubscribe from our mailing list, we will stop sending communications and securely remove your information unless we are legally required to retain it.

9. Your rights

You have the right to:

  • request access to your personal information;

  • request correction of inaccurate information;

  • request deletion of your information;

  • object to certain processing;

  • restrict processing in certain circumstances;

  • withdraw consent at any time;

  • lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).

Further information is available from the Information Commissioner's Office at https://ico.org.uk.

10. Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect the information we hold.

However, no internet transmission can ever be guaranteed to be completely secure.

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11. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

The latest version will always be available on this page.

12. Contact us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how we process your personal information, please contact:

ConservaTech

Website: https://www.conservatech.io/

Email: matt@conservatech.io