Privacy Notice

Who we are

The Alnmouth Digital History Project (ADHP) is a community archive project based in Alnmouth, Northumberland. This website is operated by the project team to preserve and share local historical material.

What data we collect

• Enquiry form: Your name, email address, and message when you submit an enquiry about an archive item.
• Contributor accounts: Name, email address, and organisation membership for registered contributors who upload and manage items.
• Server logs: Standard web server logs (IP address, browser type, pages visited) retained for security and performance monitoring.

How we use your data

• To respond to your enquiries about archive items.
• To manage contributor access and maintain the archive.
• To monitor and improve the performance and security of the site.

We do not sell your data or use it for marketing. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party analytics.

Legal basis

We process personal data on the basis of legitimate interest (operating a community archive and responding to enquiries) and consent (when you voluntarily submit an enquiry or create an account).

Data retention

Enquiry data is retained for up to 2 years after the last communication. Contributor account data is retained for the duration of the account. Server logs are retained for 90 days.

Your rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. You can also withdraw consent at any time. To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

Cookies

This site uses only essential cookies required for authentication and security. We do not use advertising or analytics cookies.

Contact

If you have questions about this privacy notice or wish to make a data subject request, please use the enquiry form on any item page, or email the project team directly.