Privacy Policy

Mini Food Explorers
Last Updated: 15th June 2025

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1. Introduction

Mini Food Explorers (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect your personal information when you use our website, attend our classes, or engage with our services.

This policy applies to information collected through www.minifoodexplorers.co.uk, cooking classes, workshops and any other services we provide.

By using our services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Who We Are

Mini Food Explorers is operated by Jemma Davis, based in Waltham St Lawrence.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 07976 078045

For the purposes of data protection law, Jemma Davis is the data controller of your personal information.

ICO Registration Number: C1698057

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Information You Provide Directly

We may collect personal information when you:

• Book classes or services
• Use enquiry forms
• Subscribe to newsletters
• Comment on blog posts or social media
• Register for online courses
• Purchase products

This may include:

• Your name and contact details
• Your child’s name, age and relevant information
• Dietary requirements, allergies or medical conditions
• Emergency contact details
• Billing and delivery information
• Order history and communications
• Payment details (processed securely by payment providers)

3.2 Information Collected Automatically

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website
• Device information

3.3 Information from Third Parties

• Payment processors
• Social media platforms
• Website analytics providers

4. How We Use Your Information

4.1 Service Provision

• Provide cooking classes and workshops
• Process bookings and payments
• Communicate about bookings
• Accommodate dietary needs
• Ensure health and safety

4.2 Communication

• Booking confirmations and reminders
• Customer support responses
• Newsletters and updates (with consent)
• Information about new services

4.3 Business Operations

• Improve services and website
• Analyse website usage
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect business interests

4.4 Marketing (With Consent)

• Promotional emails
• Recipes and educational content
• Special offers and events

5. Legal Basis for Processing

• Contract: To fulfil bookings or purchases
• Legitimate Interests: Business operations and safety
• Consent: Marketing and non-essential cookies
• Legal Obligation: Accounting, tax and safety compliance

6. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

6.1 Service Providers

• Payment processors
• Email marketing platforms
• Website hosting and analytics providers
• Booking and scheduling platforms

6.2 Legal Requirements

• To comply with legal processes
• Protect our rights and property
• Ensure participant safety
• Prevent fraud or illegal activity

6.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a sale or merger, information may transfer subject to the same privacy protections.

7. International Transfers

Where providers operate outside the UK/EU, we ensure appropriate safeguards such as adequacy decisions or standard contractual clauses.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary.

• Class bookings: 7 years
• Financial records: 7 years
• Marketing communications: Until you unsubscribe
• Website analytics: 26 months

9. Cookies and Tracking

9.1 Types of Cookies

• Essential cookies
• Analytics cookies (e.g. Google Analytics)
• Marketing cookies (with consent)

9.2 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may affect functionality.

10. Your Rights

• Access your personal data
• Receive data in portable format
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion (subject to legal requirements)
• Object to marketing processing
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, contact [email protected]. We respond within one month.

11. Children’s Privacy

11.1 Information About Children

• Name and age
• Dietary requirements and allergies
• Emergency contact details

11.2 Parental Consent

We collect children’s information only with explicit parental consent. Parents may request access, correction, deletion or withdrawal of consent at any time.

11.3 Photography and Videos

• Explicit written consent obtained
• Opt-out available at any time
• Images used respectfully and appropriately

12. Data Security

• SSL encryption
• Regular security updates
• Restricted access to personal data
• Secure storage of records

No online transmission is 100% secure and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

13. Third-Party Links

We are not responsible for privacy practices of third-party websites.

14. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Continued use of services constitutes acceptance of changes.

15. Contact Information

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 07976 078045
Address: Waltham St Lawrence

If unresolved, you may lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): www.ico.org.uk

16. Effective Date

This Privacy Policy is effective from 15th June 2025 and supersedes previous versions.

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