Privacy Policy

Last updated: 26 May 2025

Welcome to englishnewsforkids.com. We care about your privacy. This policy explains what personal data we collect, how we use it, and how we keep it safe. It also explains your rights under the UK GDPR and other relevant data protection laws.

Who we are

We are the team behind English News for Kids, a website that shares child-friendly news stories and learning resources in English.

What data we collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

Information you give us directly:

  • Your name
  • Your email address

This only happens when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Request a free download or resource

Information we may collect automatically:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type and operating system
  • Time zone and location (based on your IP address)
  • Website usage data (pages visited, clicks, time spent on each page)

This data may be collected via cookies and third-party tools. For more details, see our Cookie Policy.

How we collect your data

We collect data in two main ways:

  1. Directly from you, via forms on our website (e.g., newsletter sign-up or download requests).
  2. Automatically, through cookies and third-party tools used to monitor website performance and security.

Why we collect your data

We collect and use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To send you our newsletter, if you have subscribed
  • To send you free downloads or learning resources you have requested
  • To improve the performance and content of our website
  • To analyse how visitors use the site (via tools like Google Analytics)
  • To ensure the website is secure and functioning properly

We do not:

  • Sell your data to anyone
  • Use your data for advertising or marketing beyond what you signed up for
  • Track your behaviour across other websites

Cookies and third-party services

We may use cookies and third-party services to improve your experience and monitor how our site is used.

These may include:

  • Google Analytics – to understand how visitors use our site
  • YouTube – if we embed educational videos
  • Social sharing tools – for sharing content on platforms like Facebook or LinkedIn
  • Email platforms – to manage our newsletter subscriptions

These services may set their own cookies and collect data such as IP address, location, and device/browser information.

You can manage or block cookies in your browser settings at any time.

Legal basis for processing your data

Under the UK GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases to process your personal data:

  • Consent – for sending newsletters or downloads. You can withdraw consent at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” or contacting us.
  • Legitimate interests – to analyse and improve our website and ensure its security.

How we protect your data

We store personal data securely using a password-protected CRM and take reasonable steps to prevent unauthorised access, alteration, or loss.

If a data breach occurs, we will notify affected users and regulators where required by law.

How long we keep your data

We only keep your data for as long as necessary:

  • Newsletter data: until you unsubscribe or ask us to delete it
  • Download request data: up to 12 months, unless you opt in to ongoing contact
  • Website usage data: typically 14–26 months, depending on analytics settings

You can request deletion of your data at any time.

Your rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Withdraw your consent at any time
  • Complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you’re unhappy with how we handle your data

To exercise your rights, email us at hello@englishnewsforkids.com.

Children’s privacy

This website is designed for children to read, but we do not ask children to submit personal data.

  • We only collect information from adults (such as teachers, parents, or guardians) who subscribe or download resources.
  • If you are under 13, please ask a parent or guardian to complete any forms on your behalf.

If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child without appropriate consent, we will delete it as soon as possible.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, with the new effective date.

We recommend checking this page occasionally to stay informed.

Contact us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or your data, please contact us at: hello@englishnewsforkids.com