Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 2026
1. Who we are
The data controller for this website is George Pickering, trading as CinePath and georgepickering.com. Contact: [email protected] or [email protected]. Based in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
2. What data we collect
This website collects personal data only when you submit the contact / enquiry form. The fields collected are:
- —First and last name
- —Email address
- —Company name (optional)
- —Service area and project brief (what you describe in the message)
- —Timeline preference
No cookies are used for tracking or analytics. No data is collected from visitors who do not submit the form.
3. How we use your data
Information submitted through the enquiry form is used solely for the purpose of responding to your enquiry and progressing any project discussion that follows. It is not used for marketing, profiling, or any other purpose.
4. Legal basis for processing
Processing is carried out on the basis of legitimate interests (responding to a business enquiry you have initiated) under Article 6(1)(f) of the UK GDPR.
5. Who we share data with
Your data is not sold, rented, or shared with third parties for commercial purposes. Enquiry data is stored in a self-hosted database on infrastructure controlled by the data controller. No data is transferred outside the UK.
6. How long we keep it
Enquiry data is retained for up to two years from the date of submission, or until the associated project is complete and no further contact is reasonably expected — whichever is sooner. Data is then securely deleted.
7. Your rights
Under the UK GDPR you have the right to:
- —Access the personal data we hold about you
- —Correct inaccurate data
- —Request erasure of your data
- —Object to processing
- —Request restriction of processing
To exercise any of these rights, email [email protected]. We will respond within one calendar month.
8. Complaints
If you believe your data has been handled incorrectly, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.
9. Changes to this policy
This policy may be updated from time to time. The date at the top of the page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the contact form after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.