Last updated: 04/05/2026

Accessible Planet (“we”, “our”, “us”) operates the website https://accessibleplanet.online.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly.

This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, how it is stored, and the rights you have under UK GDPR and GDPR.


1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information you provide directly

We collect information you provide when you:

  • Create an account
  • Submit a listing
  • Submit a review or comment
  • Upload media
  • Contact us via forms or email
  • Interact with the site in any way that requires user input

This may include your name, email address, profile information, accessibility details, and any content you choose to publish.

1.2 Automatically collected information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on the site
  • Referring website
  • Cookies and tracking data

1.3 Cookies

We use cookies for:

  • Login and authentication
  • Remembering your preferences
  • Analytics
  • Spam protection
  • Google AdSense advertising
  • Affiliate link tracking (where applicable)

You can control cookies through your browser settings.


2. Comments

When visitors leave comments or reviews, we collect:

  • The data shown in the comment form
  • The visitor’s IP address
  • Browser user agent string (for spam detection)

An anonymised hash of your email may be sent to Gravatar to check if you use the service.
Gravatar’s privacy policy: https://automattic.com/privacy/

After approval, your profile picture (if any) is visible with your comment.


3. Media Uploads

If you upload images, avoid uploading photos with embedded location data (EXIF GPS).
Visitors may download and extract location data from images on the site.


4. Embedded Content

Articles and listings may include embedded content (videos, images, maps, etc.).
Embedded content behaves exactly as if you visited the external website directly.

These sites may collect data, use cookies, and track your interaction.


5. Google AdSense & Advertising

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements.

Google may use:

  • Cookies
  • Web beacons
  • Tracking technologies

These allow Google to:

  • Show personalised ads
  • Measure ad performance
  • Prevent repeated ads

You can opt out of personalised advertising here:
https://www.google.com/settings/ads

Google’s privacy policy:
https://policies.google.com/privacy


Some listings or articles may contain affiliate links.
This means we or contributors may earn a commission if you make a purchase through these links.

Affiliate partners may use cookies to track referrals.
We do not control third‑party tracking.


7. How We Use Your Data

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain the website
  • Allow you to create listings, reviews, and comments
  • Improve user experience
  • Respond to enquiries
  • Display personalised ads
  • Analyse site performance
  • Prevent fraud and spam
  • Comply with legal obligations

We process your data under the following legal bases:

  • Consent (cookies, newsletters, personalised ads)
  • Contract (account creation, listings, reviews)
  • Legitimate interests (security, analytics, site improvement)
  • Legal obligation (fraud prevention, record‑keeping)

9. Who We Share Your Data With

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share data with:

  • Hosting providers
  • Analytics services
  • Google AdSense
  • Spam detection services
  • Legal authorities (if required)

If you request a password reset, your IP address is included in the reset email.


10. How Long We Keep Your Data

  • Comments and reviews: kept indefinitely
  • User accounts: kept until you request deletion
  • Listings: kept until removed by you or an administrator
  • Analytics logs: retained for a limited period for security and performance
  • Contact form messages: retained as long as needed to respond

You may request deletion at any time.


11. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to processing
  • Request a copy of your data
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at:
accessibleplanetonline@gmail.com


12. Where Your Data Is Sent

Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
Data may be transferred outside the UK/EU when using:

  • Google services
  • Hosting providers
  • Analytics tools

These providers comply with international data protection standards.


13. Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your data, including:

  • HTTPS encryption
  • Secure servers
  • Access controls
  • Regular updates

No online service can guarantee 100% security.


14. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect data from children.


15. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The “Last updated” date will always reflect the latest version.


16. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

Email: accessibleplanetonline@gmail.com
Website: https://accessibleplanet.online