Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: 2 March 2026

This privacy policy explains how DustBot.org (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal data when you visit this website. We are committed to complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 2018).

Data Controller

The data controller for this website is Dr. Markus Lindner, operating as DustBot.org from Cambridge, United Kingdom. For data protection enquiries, please use the contact information provided on our About page.

What Data We Collect

Automatically Collected Data

When you visit DustBot.org, our web server automatically records:

  • Your IP address (anonymised after 30 days)
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Referring URL
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Date and time of access

This data is collected for the legitimate interest of maintaining site security and understanding aggregate usage patterns. The legal basis for this processing is Article 6(1)(f) UK GDPR.

Cookies

DustBot.org uses the following cookies:

  • Essential cookies: Required for basic site functionality (session management). These do not require consent under Regulation 6 of the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR).
  • Analytics cookies: We may use privacy-focused analytics to understand how visitors use the site. These are only set with your explicit consent.

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings or through our cookie consent mechanism.

How We Use Your Data

We process personal data solely for the following purposes:

  • Ensuring the technical operation and security of the website
  • Understanding aggregate visitor patterns to improve content
  • Responding to enquiries you send us

We do not sell, rent, or share personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Retention

Server log data is retained for a maximum of 90 days. Anonymised, aggregated analytics data may be retained indefinitely as it does not constitute personal data.

Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right of access (Article 15) — request a copy of data we hold about you
  • Right to rectification (Article 16) — request correction of inaccurate data
  • Right to erasure (Article 17) — request deletion of your data
  • Right to restriction (Article 18) — request limited processing of your data
  • Right to data portability (Article 20) — receive your data in a structured format
  • Right to object (Article 21) — object to processing based on legitimate interests

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details on our About page. We will respond within one calendar month as required by UK GDPR Article 12(3).

International Transfers

Our web hosting infrastructure is located within the United Kingdom and European Economic Area. We do not transfer personal data to countries outside the UK adequacy framework without appropriate safeguards.

Children’s Privacy

DustBot.org is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us immediately.

Complaints

If you are dissatisfied with how we handle your personal data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):

  • Website: ico.org.uk
  • Telephone: 0303 123 1113

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The “last updated” date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was most recently revised. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Last updated: March 3, 2026