Privacy Policy

Last updated: 15 May 2025

Atlas & Globe (“Atlas & Globe”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, https://www.atlasandglobe.com (“Site”), in accordance with UK data protection laws.

By using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Who We Are

Atlas & Globe Ltd is a travel media company registered in England and Wales. We create travel-related content, guides, and recommendations for global audiences.

Contact email: hello@atlasandglobe.com

2. What Information We Collect

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

a. Information You Provide to Us

  • Your name and email address (e.g., when subscribing to our newsletter or contacting us)

  • Any personal data you include in messages sent to us

b. Information Collected Automatically

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on the Site

  • Referral source

  • Cookies and similar technologies (see Section 7)

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 18.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To operate and maintain the Site

  • To respond to your enquiries

  • To send you newsletters and updates (if you’ve opted in)

  • To understand how users interact with our content

  • To improve our services and user experience

  • To comply with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the UK GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases to process your personal data:

  • Consent – when you subscribe to our newsletter or agree to cookies

  • Legitimate interests – to analyse website traffic and improve content

  • Legal obligation – to comply with applicable laws and regulations

5. How We Share Your Data

We do not sell your personal information. We may share it with trusted third parties only when necessary, including:

  • Email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp or ConvertKit)

  • Website analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)

  • Hosting providers and technical support services

  • When required by law or to enforce our legal rights

All third parties are required to process your data in compliance with this policy and applicable data protection laws.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations. For example:

  • Email addresses for newsletter subscribers are retained until you unsubscribe.

  • Contact form submissions are deleted after 12 months unless follow-up is required.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Understand how users interact with our content

  • Improve performance and functionality

  • Personalise your experience

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please refer to our Cookie Policy for more information.

8. Your Data Protection Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Rectify inaccurate data

  • Request erasure of your data

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Data portability

  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, email us at hello@atlasandglobe.com. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.

9. International Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and stored in countries outside the UK. When we do this, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent measures.

10. Security

We take data security seriously and implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

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

📧 hello@atlasandglobe.com