Legal & Privacy
Last updated: June 2026
This page covers the privacy policy, cookie policy, and terms and conditions for Left By The Ship (leftbytheship.com), operated by Emma Carter, based in the United Kingdom.
If you have any questions about anything on this page, contact us at emma@leftbytheship.com.
Privacy Policy
This site is subject to UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Emma Carter is the data controller for information collected through this site.
What Data We Collect and Why
Analytics data
This site uses Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our content. Google Analytics collects information including your IP address (anonymised), browser type, device type, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring website. This data is collected in aggregate and is not used to identify you personally. The legal basis for this processing is legitimate interests.
Contact form submissions
If you submit a message through any contact form on this site, we collect your name and email address in order to respond to your enquiry. This information is not added to any mailing list without your explicit consent and is not shared with third parties. The legal basis for this processing is legitimate interests.
Cookies
This site uses cookies. Please see the Cookie Policy section below for full details.
Affiliate link clicks
When you click an affiliate link on this site, the third-party vendor may set their own cookies and collect data about your visit. We do not control this data collection. Please refer to the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit through links on this site.
How We Store Your Data
Any data collected through contact forms is stored securely and retained only for as long as necessary to respond to your enquiry. Analytics data is retained in accordance with Google Analytics’ standard data retention settings. This site does not sell, rent, or trade your personal data with any third party for marketing purposes.
Your Rights Under UK GDPR
You have the right to access the personal data we hold about you, request correction of inaccurate data, request deletion of your data, object to processing based on legitimate interests, and withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at emma@leftbytheship.com. We will respond within 30 days. If you are not satisfied with how we handle your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office at ico.org.uk.
Cookie Policy
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They do not give us access to your device and cannot be used to identify you personally unless you have provided us with personal information directly.
Cookies This Site Uses
Strictly necessary cookies
Required for the site to function. You can set your browser to block these but parts of the site may not function as a result.
Analytics cookies
This site uses Google Analytics, which sets the following cookies:
_ga — used to distinguish users. Expires after 2 years. _gid — used to distinguish users. Expires after 24 hours. _gat — used to throttle request rate. Expires after 1 minute.
Affiliate and third-party cookies
When you click an affiliate link on this site, the destination site may set its own cookies. We do not control these. Please refer to the cookie policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Managing Cookies
You can manage cookies through your browser settings or opt out of Google Analytics specifically using the opt-out browser add-on available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Terms and Conditions
Informational Purpose Only
All content on this site is provided for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing here constitutes financial advice, investment advice, legal advice, or any other form of regulated professional advice. You should seek independent professional advice before making any financial or business decisions.
Accuracy of Information
We make reasonable efforts to ensure content is accurate at the time of publication but make no warranties as to its completeness or ongoing accuracy. The online business landscape changes frequently and information may become outdated.
Intellectual Property
All original content on this site is the property of Emma Carter and Left By The Ship. You may not reproduce or republish content without express written permission. Brief quotation with clear attribution and a link to the original is permitted.
Third Party Links
Links to external websites are provided for convenience and do not constitute endorsement. We accept no responsibility for the content of third-party sites or any loss arising from your use of them.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Emma Carter and Left By The Ship accept no liability for any direct, indirect, or consequential loss arising from your use of this site or reliance on any content published here.
Changes to These Terms
We may update this page from time to time. The date at the top reflects when it was last revised. Continued use of this site following any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.