Privacy Policy
Last Updated: June 2026
Introduction
Welcome to Alistair Birch's website ("the Website"). Your privacy is important to me, and this Privacy Policy explains how your personal information is collected, used, and protected when you visit this Website.
Information I Collect
I may collect the following information:
Your name and email address if you subscribe to my newsletter.
Information you voluntarily provide through contact forms.
Basic website usage information collected through cookies and analytics tools provided by Squarespace.
How Your Information Is Used
Your information may be used to:
Send newsletters, updates, and information about new book releases.
Respond to enquiries submitted through the Website.
Improve the Website and understand how visitors use it.
I will never sell your personal information to third parties.
Email Newsletter
If you subscribe to my newsletter, your information is stored and managed through Mailchimp.
You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in every email.
For information about how Mailchimp handles your data, please refer to Mailchimp's Privacy Policy.
Third-Party Links
This Website contains links to third-party websites, including Amazon.
If you click a link to Amazon or another external website, you will be subject to that website's privacy policy and terms of use. I am not responsible for the content or privacy practices of third-party websites.
Cookies
This Website is hosted by Squarespace, which may use cookies and similar technologies to provide essential website functionality and anonymous usage statistics.
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
Data Protection Rights
If you are located in the United Kingdom, European Economic Area, or another jurisdiction with similar privacy laws, you may have the right to:
Request access to your personal information.
Request correction of inaccurate information.
Request deletion of your personal information.
Withdraw consent for marketing communications.
Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
Data Security
Reasonable measures are taken to protect personal information from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. However, no internet transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please use the contact form on this Website.
Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.