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Last updated: May 2026

Ths Privacy Policy explains how Secret Genius (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit www.secretgenius.co.uk (“the Site”) or interact with our services, content, or communications.

We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled responsibly and transparently.


This Privacy Policy explains how Secret Genius (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit www.secretgenius.co.uk (“the Site”) or interact with our services, content, or communications.

We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled responsibly and transparently.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of information:

Personal Information You Provide

Name, email address, and contact details

Information submitted through forms, sign‑ups, downloads, or enquiries

We do not collect any payment‑related information 

Automatically Collected Data

IP address and general location

Browser type, device information, and operating system

Pages viewed, time spent on the Site, and referring websites

Cookies and similar tracking technologies

Optional Information

Responses to surveys, feedback forms, or questionnaires

Preferences for marketing or content delivery

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide access to our content, services, and digital products

Respond to enquiries and provide customer support

Send newsletters, updates, or marketing communications (only if you opt in)

Improve website performance, user experience, and content relevance

Analyse traffic, trends, and user behaviour

Maintain security, prevent fraud, and comply with legal obligations

3. Legal Basis for Processing (UK GDPR)

We process your personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:

Consent — when you opt in to marketing or submit information voluntarily

Contract — when processing is necessary to deliver a service or product you have requested

Legitimate Interests — such as improving the Site, preventing misuse, or understanding audience engagement

Legal Obligation — when required to comply with UK law

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share information with:

Trusted service providers such as website hosting, analytics platforms and email marketing tools

Professional advisers including accountants or legal consultants

Regulatory authorities if required by law

All third parties are required to keep your data secure and use it only for the purposes we specify.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Secret Genius uses cookies to:

Enable essential website functionality

Analyse traffic and performance

Personalise content or marketing (where consent is given)

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:

Provide services you have requested

Meet legal, accounting, or reporting requirements

Maintain accurate business records

Marketing data is retained until you withdraw consent.

7. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold about you

Request correction of inaccurate information

Request deletion of your data

Object to or restrict processing

Withdraw consent at any time

Request data portability

To exercise these rights, contact us at enquiries@secretgenius.co.uk.

8. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your information from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. While no system is completely secure, we take data protection seriously and continually review our safeguards.

9. Third‑Party Links

The Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third‑party sites.

10. Children’s Privacy

Secret Genius does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe such data has been collected, please contact us so we can remove it promptly.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

12. Contact Us

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

Email:  enquiries@secretgenius.co.uk Address: Botley Road, Fair Oak, Eastleigh, Hampshire SO50 7AN Phone:  07850231497