ocean&code

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?

TypePurposeExamples
EssentialRequired for the website to functionSession, security
AnalyticsUnderstand how visitors use the siteGoogle Analytics
PreferencesRemember your settingsConsent 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