Privacy Policy - Nessa the Explorer

Privacy Policy

We keep things simple and safe. This page explains what we collect and why.

Owner / Data Controller: Nessa the Explorer (UK)
Privacy Contact: nessatheexplorer.books@gmail.com

1) What we collect

We keep things simple. The only personal information we collect directly on this website is through our newsletter sign-up form.

  • Email address (required)
  • Name (optional)

2) Why we collect it

We use your newsletter details so we can:

  • Send you updates from Nessa’s world (new releases, activities and cosy surprises)
  • Manage our subscriber list and keep it organised

3) Newsletter provider (MailerLite)

We use MailerLite to store subscriber details and send emails. Our newsletter uses single opt-in (double opt-in is turned off).

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email.

4) Analytics (Google Analytics)

We use Google Analytics (via Site Kit) to understand how visitors use our website. This helps us improve the site and make it easier to explore.

Analytics may collect information such as pages visited, time spent on the site, device type, and general location. This data is used in an aggregated way.

5) Cookies

Our website uses cookies. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help the website work properly and help us understand how the site is being used.

We use a cookie consent tool (Complianz) to help manage cookie preferences.

Cookies may be used for things like:

  • Helping the website function correctly
  • Measuring website traffic and improving performance (analytics)

You can manage cookie preferences through the cookie banner/settings shown on the site.

6) Embedded content

We do not currently use embedded content on this website (for example: YouTube videos, Spotify/Apple podcast players, or social media embeds).

7) Links to other websites

Our website may contain links to external sites (for example, Amazon). If you click a link and leave our website, that website will have its own privacy policy and cookie settings.

8) Who we share data with

We do not sell your personal information. We only share data with services we use to run and improve the website, such as:

  • MailerLite (newsletter sign-ups and email delivery)
  • Google Analytics (website analytics)

9) How long we keep your data

We keep newsletter information until you unsubscribe or ask us to delete your details.

10) Your rights

You can ask us to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Correct your information if it’s wrong
  • Delete your information
  • Stop receiving emails (unsubscribe at any time)

To request any of the above, email nessatheexplorer.books@gmail.com.

11) Children’s privacy

Nessa the Explorer is family-friendly, but this website is intended for general audiences. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you believe a child has provided personal information on this website, please contact us and we will remove it.

12) Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time (for example, if we add a contact form or new features). The latest version will always be published on this page.

Last updated: 25 January 2026