Privacy Policy

Yandell Directory Manager
www.yandelldirectory.com

Effective Date: 4 June 2026

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Yandell Publishing Ltd (“we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, and protects personal data when you use Yandell Directory Manager, available at www.yandelldirectory.com.

Yandell Publishing Ltd is the data controller responsible for your personal data.

Yandell Directory Manager is a secure, login-only platform designed for registered users to review, update, and approve their editorial listings within our Who’s Who directories.

2. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

2.1 Account Information

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Username and login credentials
  • Organisation details (if applicable)

2.2 Directory Listing Information

  • Company name, address, including email and website addresses
  • Contact information included in listings
  • Descriptions of your company and services offered
  • Any updates or amendments you submit

2.3 Technical Data

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Login timestamps and activity logs

2.4 Communications

  • Any correspondence or support queries you submit

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To provide access to Yandell Directory Manager
  • To authenticate users and maintain account security
  • To enable you to review, edit, and approve directory listings
  • To process and publish approved editorial content
  • To communicate with you regarding your account or listings
  • To maintain system performance, security, and integrity
  • To comply with legal or regulatory obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Contractual necessity – to provide access to and operate the platform
  • Legitimate interests – to manage, improve, and secure our services
  • Legal obligation – where required to comply with applicable laws

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell or trade personal data.

We may share data only where necessary with:

  • Internal staff responsible for editorial and technical management
  • Trusted service providers (e.g. hosting or IT support), under strict confidentiality obligations
  • Legal or regulatory authorities, where required

Any third-party processing is limited to what is necessary for service delivery.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

  • While your account is active
  • While your listing is included in our directories
  • As required for legal, regulatory, or archival purposes

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:

  • Secure authentication systems
  • Access controls restricting authorised personnel only
  • Encryption and secure hosting environments

8. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Access – request a copy of your personal data
  • Rectification – correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Erasure – request deletion of your data (where applicable)
  • Restriction – limit how your data is used
  • Objection – object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Data portability – request transfer of your data

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

9. Cookies

Our use of cookies is explained in our Cookie Policy. Cookies are used primarily for essential functionality, authentication, and security within the platform.

10. International Transfers

We aim to store and process data within the UK or European Economic Area (EEA). If data is transferred outside these regions, appropriate safeguards will be applied in accordance with data protection laws.

11. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page, and the effective date will be updated accordingly.

12. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal data is handled, please contact:

Yandell Publishing Ltd
(Operator of Yandell Directory Manager)

8 Vermont Place, Tongwell, Milton Keynes, MK15 8JA

Telephone: +44 (0) 1908 613323
Email: info@yandellmedia.com

13. Complaints

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK data protection authority:

Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Website: https://www.ico.org.uk