Privacy Policy

Please read this Privacy Policy before submitting any information on this website.

This policy describes how I, Kelly Caine, trading as Kemend, protect and use the information you provide.

How your information is used:

If you are asked to provide personal information, it will only be used in accordance with this policy. I take your privacy seriously and am committed to maintaining the confidentiality and security of your data while ensuring compliance with GDPR.

Personal information collected:

To use certain features of this website, such as the contact form, you may 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.

Financial information:

I do not collect any financial information via this website.

Data retention:

To comply with HMRC regulations, I must retain records for at least five 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 16 February 2025.