Privacy Policy

This privacy notice provides you with details of how I collect and process your personal data through your use of the Kemend website.

How your information is used:

If you are asked to provide personal information, it will only be used in accordance with this policy and will be in compliance with UK GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).

Personal information collected:

To use certain features of this website, such as the contact form, you will need to provide personal details, including your name, email address, and query details.

If you engage my services, I may also require your postal address for invoicing purposes.

How your data is handled:

All personal data will be processed solely by me to provide proofreading services and collect payment for my work.

Your information may be stored electronically or in paper files.

The only instance in which I may share information is when applying for professional membership upgrades at The Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP) to demonstrate experience and professional development.

I will never use your personal data for promotional purposes unless I have obtained your permission.

Third-party links:

This website may contain links to third-party websites. By clicking on these links and interacting with their services, you may be allowing third parties to collect or share data about you. Please note that Kemend does not control these websites and is not responsible for their privacy practices or consent.

Financial information:

I do not collect any financial information via this website.

Data retention:

To comply with HMRC regulations, I must retain records for six years.

Information security:

This website and all electronic communications are processed through secure servers with reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards in place to protect against unauthorised access, use, modification, or disclosure of personal data. However, no data transmission over the Internet or wireless networks can be 100% secure.

Contact information:

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact me at kelly@kemend.co.uk

This privacy policy was last updated on 24 June 2025.