Last updated: 20/03/2026
Welcome to Shakumaku (“we”, “our”, “us”). We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
1. Who We Are
Shakumaku is a food blog based in the United Kingdom.
Data Controller: Shakumaku
Contact Email: info@shakumaku.co.uk
2. What Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following data:
a. Personal Data
- Name (e.g. when leaving comments or contacting us)
- Email address (e.g. newsletter subscriptions or contact forms)
b. Technical Data
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent on the website
3. How We Collect Your Data
We collect data through:
- Contact forms
- Comment sections
- Newsletter sign-up forms
- Cookies and analytics tools
4. Legal Bases for Processing (UK GDPR)
We only process your data when we have a lawful basis:
- Consent – when you subscribe to a newsletter or accept cookies
- Legitimate Interests – to improve our website and user experience
- Legal Obligations – where required by law
5. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Provide and improve content on Shakumaku
- Respond to enquiries or comments
- Send newsletters (only with your consent)
- Analyse website traffic and performance
6. Cookies
Shakumaku uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience.
Cookies may be used to:
- Analyse traffic (e.g. via analytics tools)
- Remember your preferences
You will be asked to consent to non-essential cookies via a cookie banner. You can also manage cookies through your browser settings.
7. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services such as:
- Analytics providers (e.g. Google Analytics)
- Email marketing services (e.g. Mailchimp)
- Advertising networks (if applicable)
These providers may process your data on our behalf and are required to comply with GDPR.
8. International Data Transfers
Some third-party services may transfer your data outside the UK. Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (such as Standard Contractual Clauses).
9. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary:
- Contact enquiries: up to 12 months
- Newsletter data: until you unsubscribe
- Analytics data: as defined by the provider
10. Your Rights Under UK GDPR
You have the following rights:
- Right to Access – request a copy of your data
- Right to Rectification – correct inaccurate data
- Right to Erasure – request deletion of your data
- Right to Restrict Processing
- Right to Data Portability
- Right to Object to processing
- Right to Withdraw Consent at any time
To exercise your rights, contact: info@shakumaku.co.uk
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
11. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data. However, no online transmission is completely secure.
12. Affiliate Links
Shakumaku may include affiliate links. If you click these links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
13. Advertising
We may use third-party advertising networks that use cookies to deliver relevant ads.
14. Children’s Information
Shakumaku does not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13.
15. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised date.
16. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data:
📧 info@shakumaku.co.uk