Last updated: 5 June 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Simply Younger LTD (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit simplyyounger.com (the “Site”). We are committed to handling your data lawfully and transparently in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Irish Data Protection Act 2018.
Who we are
The data controller is Simply Younger LTD, a company registered in Ireland. For any privacy-related queries you can contact us at dave@simplyyounger.com.
What data we collect
- Email address — if you subscribe to our updates through our signup form.
- Name and email address — if you leave a comment or contact us directly.
- Usage and device data — such as pages visited, approximate location, browser type, and referring site, collected automatically through analytics.
- Cookies and similar technologies — as described below.
How and why we use your data
We process your personal data for the following purposes and on the following legal bases under the GDPR:
- To send you email updates you have requested — on the basis of your consent, which you may withdraw at any time.
- To respond to your enquiries and comments — on the basis of our legitimate interest in communicating with our readers.
- To understand how the Site is used and improve our content — on the basis of our legitimate interest in operating and improving the Site, and your consent where required for non-essential cookies.
Third parties and data processors
We use trusted third-party services to operate the Site. These providers process data on our behalf or as independent controllers:
- Automattic Inc. (WordPress.com & Jetpack) — website hosting, security, and site statistics.
- Kit (ConvertKit) — email list management and delivery, where you have subscribed.
- Affiliate partners — when you click an affiliate link, the partner may set cookies to attribute referrals, as described in our Disclaimer.
Some of these providers are based outside the European Economic Area, including in the United States. Where data is transferred internationally, it is protected by appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses.
Cookies
The Site uses cookies and similar technologies for essential functionality, for analytics, and to support affiliate referral tracking. Essential cookies are necessary for the Site to work. Non-essential cookies are used only with your consent, which you can manage or withdraw through your browser settings or any cookie banner presented to you.
How long we keep your data
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described above. Email subscriber data is kept until you unsubscribe or ask us to delete it. Comment data is retained while the comment remains published.
Your rights under the GDPR
You have the right to access your personal data, to have inaccurate data corrected, to request erasure, to restrict or object to processing, to data portability, and to withdraw consent at any time. To exercise any of these rights, email us at dave@simplyyounger.com.
If you believe we have not handled your data properly, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Irish Data Protection Commission (dataprotection.ie).
Children
This Site is intended for adults and is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.