Privacy Policy

How do we collect, use, store and share personal data from visitors

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you interact with our website:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number (if provided)
  • Information submitted through our contact form
  • Newsletter subscription details
  • Technical information such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages visited
  • Cookies and website usage data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to enquiries and messages.
  • Send newsletters and magazine updates (only if you subscribe).
  • Improve our website and user experience.
  • Publish or review submitted stories where applicable.
  • Monitor website performance and analytics.
  • Comply with legal obligations.

3. Newsletter Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we may send:

  • Latest magazine editions
  • Educational articles
  • Student success stories
  • Events and announcements
  • Promotional updates

You can unsubscribe at any time using the link included in every email.

4. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to:

  • Improve website performance
  • Remember user preferences
  • Analyse visitor behaviour
  • Measure website traffic

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website features may not function correctly.

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our website, such as hosting providers, email marketing platforms, analytics providers, and payment processors where applicable.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to external websites or social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites.

8. Children's Privacy

Varsity Blues is designed for students aged 14–18. Where personal information is collected from younger users, we encourage parental or guardian involvement where appropriate.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Request corrections
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Withdraw consent for marketing communications
  • Request a copy of your stored data

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be published on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Varsity Blues
Email: andre@burgstonemedia.co.uk
Phone: 0115 858 1743

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