Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 2026

Welcome to Cheshire Bride Guide ("we", "our", "us").

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information transparently and responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal data.

By using Cheshire Bride Guide, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Who We Are

Cheshire Bride Guide is a wedding inspiration, directory and editorial website focused on helping couples plan weddings in Cheshire.

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

Email: cheshirebrideguide@gmail.com

Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following information:

Information You Provide

This includes information you voluntarily submit through:

Contact forms
Venue enquiries
Supplier enquiries
Newsletter sign-ups
Story submissions
Competition entries
Surveys and questionnaires

This information may include:

Name
Email address
Telephone number
Wedding date
Venue information
Supplier information
Any information you choose to provide in messages or submissions

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Referring websites
General location information

This information is typically collected through cookies and analytics tools.

How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

Respond to enquiries
Provide requested information
Manage story submissions and featured content
Send newsletters and updates (where consent has been provided)
Improve website performance and user experience
Monitor website traffic and usage
Prevent misuse of the website
Comply with legal obligations

We will only process personal data where we have a lawful basis for doing so.

Newsletter Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we may send updates, wedding inspiration, venue features and other relevant content.

You can unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link included in every email.

Story and Content Submissions

If you submit a wedding story, review, testimonial, photograph or other content to Cheshire Bride Guide, you grant us permission to review, edit, publish and share that content across our website, social media channels and marketing materials.

We may contact you regarding your submission before publication.

We reserve the right not to publish submitted content.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and analyse website traffic.

Cookies may be used to:

Remember user preferences
Measure website performance
Understand visitor behaviour
Improve website functionality

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Where required by law, we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.

Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party providers to operate our website and services, including:

Squarespace
Google Analytics
Email marketing providers
Social media platforms
Form and survey providers

These providers may process information on our behalf and have their own privacy policies.

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorised access, loss, misuse or disclosure.

However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal obligations.

Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate information
Request deletion of your data
Restrict processing
Object to processing
Withdraw consent where consent is relied upon
Request transfer of your data where applicable

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided above.

External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including wedding venues, suppliers and other businesses.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

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 revision date.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Cheshire Bride Guide