Privacy & Cookie Policy

Last updated: 18/07/2025

At Dayhike, we care about your privacy. This policy outlines what personal data we collect, how we use it, and your rights under UK data protection law.

1. Who We Are

Dayhike is a UK-based business focused on outdoor storytelling, community, and wellbeing. Our website address is: https://www.dayhike.co.uk

For any questions about this policy, you can contact us at:
hello@dayhike.co.uk

2. What We Collect

We may collect and store the following:

  • Your name and email address if you submit a form or subscribe to updates
  • Delivery and billing details if you place an order
  • Analytics data (e.g. pages visited, time on site – collected via cookies)
  • Any messages or enquiries you send us directly

We do not collect or store payment card details – payments are processed securely through third-party providers.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your information to:

  • Send you order updates or newsletters (if you’ve opted in)
  • Respond to messages or submissions
  • Improve our website through analytics
  • Fulfil orders and deliver products
  • Manage magazine or advertiser submissions

We never sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold on you
  • Request corrections or deletions
  • Withdraw consent (e.g. unsubscribe from emails)
  • Make a complaint to the ICO if you believe your data has been misused

You can request access or deletion by emailing: hello@dayhike.co.uk

5. Cookies

Like most websites, we use cookies to improve your experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help with things like:

  • Remembering your preferences
  • Analysing how visitors use the site (via tools like Google Analytics)
  • Supporting shop functionality if/when e-commerce is used

You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings at any time. By using our site, you agree to our use of cookies.

6. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted services such as:

  • Google Analytics – for anonymised site usage tracking
  • Email platforms (e.g. Mailchimp, Substack) for newsletters
  • E-commerce platforms (e.g. Shopify, Squarespace, etc.)

Each service is GDPR-compliant and only used to support our own operations.

7. Updates

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted here, with a new “last updated” date.