Effective date: 14 April 2025

This Privacy & Cookie Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit maddiemcgowan.co.uk. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that your data is handled securely and in compliance with the UK GDPR.

1. Who We Are

This website is operated by Maddie McGowan, a UK-based voice actor.
Website: https://maddiemcgowan.co.uk
Email: hello@maddiemcgowan.co.uk

2. What Data We Collect

When you contact us through the website’s contact form, we collect:

• Your name

• Your email address

• Your message

We do not knowingly collect any sensitive personal data.

3. How We Use Your Data

Your personal data is used solely for the following purposes:

• To respond to your enquiry

• To provide any services you have requested

• To send occasional updates or marketing emails (if you have given consent)

Your data is not shared with any third parties for marketing or any other purposes.

4. Audio Demo Tracking

Voice demos on this site are hosted via VoiceZam, a third-party audio demo player. Usage may be tracked by VoiceZam according to their own Privacy Policy. We do not access or store tracking data from demo playback.

5. Cookies

This site uses essential cookies to ensure it functions properly, and may use additional cookies for analytics or performance purposes. A cookie banner allows you to consent to or reject non-essential cookies.

What are cookies?
Cookies are small files placed on your device to help the site function, remember preferences, and gather anonymous usage data.

Types of cookies we may use:

• Essential cookies – required for site functionality

• Performance cookies – help us understand how visitors use the site (e.g. via analytics tools)

• Third-party cookies – may be set by embedded services such as the VoiceZam player

You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings at any time.

6. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely on servers hosted by 20i.com in the UK and protected by SSL encryption. We take reasonable steps to prevent unauthorised access, disclosure, or loss of your data.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Correct any inaccuracies

• Request deletion of your data

• Object to or restrict processing

• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact hello@maddiemcgowan.co.uk.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

9. Contact

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or how your data is handled, please get in touch:
Email: hello@maddiemcgowan.co.uk