Policies
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: Sunday 15th June 2025
Last Updated: Sunday 15th June 2025
1. What We Collect
When you create an account, we collect:
- Your email address
- Your name
- An optional profile picture
- Any content you post in comments or feedback
We do not collect or store:
- Payment details
- Sensitive personal data
- Tracking or behavioural analytics
2. What We Do With Your Data
We only use your data to:
- Operate and maintain your account
- Provide access to your membership features
- Respond to feedback or support queries
We do not:
- Sell your data
- Share your data with third parties
- Use your data for advertising or profiling
3. Account Deletion and Data Erasure
If you delete your account, your data is fully anonymised and cannot be recovered. This includes your comments and content — they will no longer be linked to you.
4. Data Storage
All data is stored securely in the UK in compliance with GDPR. Only authorised personnel can access your information.
5. Analytics
We use basic analytics tools to monitor general website performance, such as page views, popular pages, and visitor counts. This data helps us improve the site experience and identify what content is most useful. The data collected is aggregated and anonymised —we do not collect personally identifiable information, nor can we link this data back to individual users.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to your data
- Request deletion of your data
- Lodge a complaint with the ICO if you believe your rights have been violated
To exercise your rights, contact us at: Contact us.
Cookies Policy
Effective Date: Sunday 15th June 2025
Last Updated: Sunday 15th June 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function properly and improve your experience.
What Cookies We Use
We only use functional cookies. These are essential for features such as:
- Keeping you logged in
- Remembering your preferences
We do not use:
- Advertising cookies
- Analytics or tracking cookies
- Third-party cookies
Managing Cookies
Since we only use essential cookies, there’s no opt-out required. However, you can disable all cookies via your browser settings, though this may affect how the site works.
Terms & Conditions
Effective Date: Sunday 15th June 2025
Last Updated: Sunday 15th June 2025
1. Who We Are
SimpleSteps.guide is an online resource providing quick-reference guides and utilities. We're based in the UK.
2. Account Usage
- You must be 16 or older to create an account.
- Keep your login details secure.
- You are responsible for any activity under your account.
3. Memberships
Memberships are purchased through our separate shop site. To activate a membership:
- You must register with the same email on both sites.
- Features (e.g. ad-free browsing or PDF downloads) will activate automatically upon verification.
We are not responsible for issues caused by mismatched or incorrect email addresses.
4. Content and Comments
- By posting content or comments, you agree to be respectful and constructive.
- We reserve the right to moderate or remove content that’s offensive, misleading, or spammy.
5. Intellectual Property
All content (except user-submitted comments) is owned by SimpleSteps.guide. Don’t copy, rehost, or distribute our material without permission.
6. Limitation of Liability
We aim to keep all information accurate and up to date, but we do not provide any warranties. Use the site at your own risk.
We are not liable for:
- Errors or omissions in the content.
- Damages resulting from use of our guides.
- Issues with third-party links (e.g. shop).
7. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if you violate these terms.