Privacy Policy
Last updated: 27 October 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to www.rupertfox.co.uk, the official website of author Rupert Fox.
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it and how we protect it when you visit our website or subscribe to our newsletter.
The author, Ivor Lloyd, writing under the name Rupert Fox is responsible for the personal information collected directly through this website.
For privacy enquiries, please contact rupertfox@mail.com.
2. Information We Collect
We aim to collect only the personal information necessary to operate the website and communicate with our readers.
This may include:
Your name and email address if you subscribe to our newsletter.
Your name, email address and any information you provide when contacting us.
Basic technical information, such as your IP address, browser type and website usage information, where collected by our hosting provider or enabled website services.
We do not collect payment card information or process book purchases directly through this website.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information to:
Respond to messages and enquiries.
Send newsletters, book announcements, release dates and occasional author updates when you have subscribed.
Maintain the security and functionality of the website.
Understand website performance and improve visitors' experience, where applicable.
Newsletter communications are based on your consent. Enquiries and necessary website administration are generally handled under our legitimate interests in communicating with readers and operating a secure website.
4. Newsletter Subscriptions
If you subscribe to the Rupert Fox newsletter, we will use your email address to send updates about new books, forthcoming releases, author news and occasional events.
You can unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe option included in our emails or by contacting us directly.
We will never sell your personal information or share your email address with third parties for their own marketing purposes.
5. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website is built and hosted using Hostinger.
Depending on the website features and integrations enabled, cookies or similar technologies may be used to support website functionality, understand visitor activity or remember preferences.
Where consent is required for optional cookies or tracking technologies, we will request it. Further information about available choices will be provided through the website's cookie settings where applicable.
6. Third-Party Services
We use trusted service providers where necessary to operate the website and manage communications, including Hostinger and any newsletter service connected to the website.
These providers may process limited personal information on our behalf.
Our website also contains links to third-party websites, including Amazon, where readers can purchase Rupert Fox books in paperback or Kindle format.
Purchases made through Amazon are handled by Amazon and are subject to its own privacy policies and terms.
7. Data Storage and Security
We take reasonable steps to protect personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse or disclosure.
Newsletter information is retained while you remain subscribed, subject to any limited records necessary to honour your preferences or meet legal obligations.
Other personal information is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, including responding to enquiries and meeting applicable legal obligations.
Some service providers may process information outside the United Kingdom. Where personal information is transferred internationally, appropriate data protection safeguards must apply.
8. Your Privacy Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have rights relating to your personal information, subject to applicable conditions. These include the right to access, correct or request deletion of your information, restrict or object to certain processing, and request data portability.
Where processing relies on your consent, you can withdraw that consent at any time.
To exercise your rights or raise a concern, please contact rupertfox@mail.com
You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), the UK's independent data protection regulator.
Website: https://ico.org.uk
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes to our website, services or legal obligations.
Any updates will be published on this page with a revised date.
10. Contact
For questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact:
Ivor Lloyd
Website: www.rupertfox.co.uk
Email: rupertfox@mail.com
Cookie Policy
Last updated: 27 October 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how www.rupertfox.co.uk, the official website of author Rupert Fox, uses cookies and similar technologies.
We respect your privacy and aim to provide a straightforward, transparent browsing experience.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites can store on your computer, tablet or mobile phone.
They are commonly used to help websites function correctly, remember preferences and provide information about how visitors use a website.
Some cookies are temporary and disappear when you close your browser. Others remain on your device for a specified period.
3. Cookies on Our Website
Our website is created and hosted using Hostinger Website Builder, which does not automatically require tracking cookies.
Depending on the website features and services enabled, the following categories of cookies or similar technologies may be used.
Essential Cookies
These support necessary website functions, security and, where applicable, the storage of your privacy preferences.
Analytics Cookies
If analytics services are enabled, these may help us understand visitor numbers, popular pages and how readers interact with the website.
Marketing Cookies
If marketing integrations are enabled, these may be used to measure advertising performance or understand how visitors arrive at our website.
We aim to keep the use of cookies and tracking technologies to a minimum.
4. Cookie Consent and Preferences
Where cookies or similar technologies require consent under UK law, they will only be used after you have given that consent.
If optional tracking is enabled, you will be offered appropriate choices through the website's cookie controls.
You can also manage or delete cookies through your browser settings.
Some limited uses of analytics technology may qualify for an exemption from consent under UK law, provided the relevant requirements are met, including appropriate information and an easy way to object.
5. Third-Party Websites
Our website includes links to external websites, including Amazon, where readers can purchase Rupert Fox books in paperback and Kindle editions.
When you follow these links, the destination website may use its own cookies and tracking technologies.
We do not control the cookies used by external websites and recommend reviewing their respective privacy and cookie policies.
6. Newsletter Subscriptions
Visitors may choose to subscribe to the Rupert Fox newsletter to receive information about new releases, forthcoming books and author news.
Information submitted through the newsletter form is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Any cookies associated with the newsletter service will depend on the provider and features used.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes to the website, additional services or relevant legal requirements.
Any changes will be published on this page with an updated date.
8. Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies or your privacy, please contact:
Rupert Fox
Website: www.rupertfox.co.uk
Email: rupertfox@mail.com
For further information about how personal information is handled, please see our Privacy Policy.