Cookie & GDPR Policy
Last updated: April 2026
Cookies
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function correctly and allow website owners to understand how their site is being used.
What cookies do we use?
| Type | Purpose | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Required for the website to function | Session, security |
| Analytics | Understand how visitors use the site | Google Analytics |
| Preferences | Remember your settings | Consent choices |
We do not use advertising or tracking cookies for third-party marketing purposes.
Managing cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect how some parts of this website function. On your first visit, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. You can update your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the site.
GDPR
Our commitment
Ocean & Code is committed to handling personal data responsibly and in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Data controller
Matt Hutchinson, Ocean & Code — matt@oceandcode.com
Lawful bases for processing
Legitimate interests — for business outreach and research activities
Contract performance — when delivering services to clients
Legal obligation — where required by law
Consent — for optional communications and non-essential cookies
Your rights under UK GDPR
- Right of access — request a copy of the data we hold about you
- Right to rectification — request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure — request deletion of your data
- Right to restriction — request we limit how we process your data
- Right to data portability — receive your data in a structured format
- Right to object — object to processing based on legitimate interests
To exercise any of these rights, contact matt@oceandcode.com. We will respond within 30 days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the ICO at ico.org.uk.
Data security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or disclosure. This includes access controls, encrypted communications, and restricted data sharing.
Contact the ICO
Information Commissioner's Office, Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5AF — ico.org.uk
Questions? Contact matt@oceandcode.com