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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 2025

Writing Tips Oasis (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to preserving the privacy of all visitors to this Site. Please read the following Privacy Policy to understand how we use and protect the information that you provide to us.

By using, registering on, or placing an order on our Site, you consent to the collection, use, and transfer of your information under the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Definitions

1.1 The following words and expressions have the following meanings unless inconsistent with the context:

  • “Compliance Officer” – Writing Tips Oasis’s Data Protection Compliance Officer, contactable at info@writingtipsoasis.com

  • “cookies” – small text files stored on your device that help us provide and improve our Site

  • “GDPR” – the UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018

  • “Site” – https://writingtipsoasis.com

  • “we”, “us”, “our” – Hiten Vyas trading as Writing Tips Oasis, a business registered in England and Wales

  • “you”, “your” – any individual, company, or firm accessing our Site

2. Introduction

2.1 This Privacy Policy explains how we process your personal data. We take your privacy seriously and are committed to safeguarding it online.

2.2 Our primary reasons for collecting personal data are to process orders or enquiries, fulfil obligations to you, and improve our services.

2.3 This Policy may change from time to time, so please review it periodically.

2.4 Our Site may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of such websites.

3. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process:

  • your name and contact details (address, telephone number, email address);

  • payment or transaction information;

  • data you supply in emails, forms, or testimonials;

  • technical information (IP address, browser type, pages visited);

  • analytics and advertising data collected through cookies and similar technologies.

Personal data may be collected directly from you or automatically when you interact with our Site.

4. How We Use Your Personal Data

We process personal data to:

  • deliver and manage your orders and payments;

  • respond to your enquiries;

  • send marketing communications (where permitted);

  • analyse site performance and improve user experience;

  • ensure security and prevent fraud;

  • comply with legal obligations.

By providing data, you consent to its use in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

5. Who We Share Data With

We may share your information with:

  • our data processors and service providers (hosting, analytics, payments, or marketing tools);

  • advertising partners, including Raptive, for the display of personalised advertising;

  • financial service providers used to process payments.

All third parties are required to handle personal data securely and lawfully.

6. Advertising

CMI Marketing, Inc., d/b/a Raptive (“Raptive”) is a service provider of this Site for the purposes of placing advertising on the Site, and Raptive will collect and use certain data for advertising purposes. To learn more about Raptive’s data usage, click here: https://raptive.com/creator-advertising-privacy-statement

7. Use of Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors engage with our Site. Google Analytics collects information such as IP address, browser type, referring site, and pages visited to analyse traffic and improve performance.

8. Cookies

Cookies help us provide core functionality, analytics, and personalised advertising.
You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may affect Site functionality.

Browser-specific guidance:

This Site honours Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals where required by law.

9. Email Addresses

We may collect your email address if you provide it voluntarily (e.g., newsletter signup).
We use it only for the stated purpose or occasional updates.
You can opt out at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in any email.

10. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR you have the right to:

  • access your personal data;

  • rectify inaccurate data;

  • erase data (“right to be forgotten”);

  • withdraw consent or object to processing;

  • request restriction or portability; and

  • lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

To exercise these rights, contact info@writingtipsoasis.com.

11. Data Security

We implement technical and organisational measures to protect personal data from unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure. All personnel with access are bound by confidentiality obligations.

12. International Data Transfers

Some of our service providers (e.g., analytics or advertising partners) may process data outside the UK or EEA. We ensure adequate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses, are in place.

13. Contact Information

Compliance Officer
Email: info@writingtipsoasis.com
Location: Leicester, United Kingdom

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us using the details above.
For further information about your rights, visit the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): https://ico.org.uk or call 0303 123 1113.