Monty’s Corner is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect and use personal data. We believe in creating a safe, respectful space for all visitors—without requiring login or personal identification.
This policy explains what information we gather, how we use it, and your rights under UK data protection law.
Terminology
For definitions and terminology used throughout our policies, please refer to our Site Policies Overview.
What Information We Collect
We do not require users to log in or submit personal information to access Monty’s Corner. However, we may collect limited data through:
- Email correspondence (if initiated by the user)
- Server logs that record browser type, IP address, and pages visited
- Cookies that help us understand site usage and improve performance
- Social media interactions, such as comments or messages on our Facebook page
- Gift programme submissions, including names and postal addresses for the “Surprise a Child” initiative
We do not collect sensitive personal data unless explicitly provided by the user (e.g. through voluntary feedback or research participation).
Gift Programme Submissions
If you participate in our “Surprise a Child” programme, we may collect names and postal addresses in order to send Monty gifts to children. This information is provided voluntarily and used solely for the purpose of fulfilling the gift request.
By submitting this information—whether via our website, email, or social media—you consent to its use for this specific purpose. We do not share this data with third parties, and it is securely deleted after the gift has been sent.
Social Media Interactions
If you engage with Monty’s Corner via social media platforms such as Facebook, your username and public profile information may be visible to us and other users. These interactions are governed by the privacy policies of the respective platforms.
We do not collect or store personal data from social media unless you explicitly share it with us (e.g. via direct message or comment). We moderate our pages to ensure respectful and safe communication, and we reserve the right to remove content that violates our safeguarding or community standards.
Cookies
Monty’s Corner uses cookies to ensure smooth site functionality and improve user experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand browsing patterns and identify returning visitors.
We do not use cookies to access other data on your device or track personal information. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect how the site functions. For more information on managing cookies, visit AboutCookies.org.
Your Rights
Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), you have the right to:
- Request access to any personal data we hold about you
- Ask for corrections or deletions
- Withdraw consent (where applicable)
To exercise these rights, please contact us via the Feedback & Complaint page.
Policy Review
As recommended by the UK Charity Commission and other sector regulators, we review our core policies annually and update them whenever there are changes to legislation, digital services, or our operational model. This ensures our practices remain accurate, relevant, and legally compliant.
Last reviewed: August 2025