Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 2026

1. Overview This Privacy Policy outlines how the personal data of visitors and subscribers is collected, used, and protected when interacting with the official platform of Prof. Richard Barker (richardbarker.co). We are committed to safeguarding your privacy in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the EU GDPR, and applicable international data protection standards.

2. Data We Collect We only collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, as well as limited technical data generated during your visit:

  • Contact & Subscription Data: Name, job title, company, and email address provided when subscribing to our Newsletters, Executive Briefings, or submitting queries via our contact form.

  • Technical & Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device type, geographic region, and interaction metrics (such as page views and link clicks) collected automatically through essential cookies and platform analytics.

3. How We Use Your Data Your personal data is processed strictly for legitimate professional and communication purposes, including:

  • Delivering requested Newsletters, Executive Briefings, and strategic updates.

  • Responding to direct enquiries, media requests, or speaking engagement invitations.

  • Analysing aggregate platform traffic to improve content relevance and user experience.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to any third parties for commercial or marketing purposes.

4. Data Storage and Third-Party Processors To operate this platform effectively, we rely on trusted third-party service providers who act as data processors under strict confidentiality obligations:

  • Squarespace: Platform hosting, website analytics, and content delivery.

  • Email Marketing & Communication Tools: Secure distribution of newsletters and communications.

These providers process data in compliance with international data transfer mechanisms, ensuring your information remains protected across borders (including UK, EU, and US data privacy frameworks).

5. Cookies and Analytics This website uses functional and analytical cookies provided by Squarespace to ensure site security and measure audience engagement. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time; however, disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

6. Your Legal Rights (UK / EU GDPR) Under applicable data protection laws, you possess the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Right of Access: The right to request a copy of the personal data held about you.

  • Right to Rectification: The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Right to Erasure ('Right to be Forgotten'): The right to request the deletion of your personal data from our records.

  • Right to Unsubscribe: You may opt out of receiving communications at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any email or by contacting us directly.

7. Contact Information If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please direct your query to:

Prof. Richard Barker

Website: richardbarker.co

Direct Enquiries: Via the Contact page on richardbarker.co/contact