Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 12 December 2025

Welcome to Whiteleaf Yurt ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your personal information is handled safely and responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.whiteleafyurt.co.uk.

By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Billing or contact address
Booking information
Payment details (processed securely by third-party providers)

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit www.whiteleafyurt.co.uk, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type and device information
Pages visited, time spent, and referral sources
Cookies and usage tracking data

1.3 Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Improve website functionality
Personalize user experience
Analyse website traffic
Support booking functionality

You may disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some features may not function properly.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide and manage bookings for Whiteleaf Yurt
Respond to enquiries and customer support requests
Improve website performance and user experience
Send updates or marketing communications (you may opt out at any time)
Process payments securely
Ensure website security and prevent fraudulent activity

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.
We may share your data with:

Service Providers: such as website hosting companies, booking software, email providers, and payment processors
Legal Authorities: if required to comply with the law or protect our rights
Business Transfers: in the event of a merger, sale, or restructuring

All third parties are required to protect your data and use it only for necessary services.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information.
However, no method of online transmission can be guaranteed 100% secure.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location (including UK GDPR protections), you may have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your data
Object to or restrict data processing
Withdraw consent where applicable
Request a copy of your data

To exercise these rights, please contact us at whiteleafyurt@gmail.com.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these third-party sites.
We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

7. Children's Privacy

Whiteleaf Yurt does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.
If you believe a child has provided us with data, please contact us so we can remove it.

8. International Data Transfers

If you access our website from outside the United Kingdom, your information may be transferred and processed in other countries.
We ensure such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted here with the updated “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Whiteleaf Yurt
Email: whiteleafyurt@gmail.com
Address:
Oxmoor Farm
Great Hampden
Great Missenden
HP16 9RD
United Kingdom

Cookie Policy

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This Cookie Policy explains how Whiteleaf Yurt ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.whiteleafyurt.co.uk.
By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide analytical insights into usage.

Cookies can be:

Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies – stored until they expire or are deleted
First-party cookies – set directly by our website
Third-party cookies – set by external services we use (e.g., analytics)

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies on www.whiteleafyurt.co.uk for the following purposes:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to operate. They enable features such as:

Secure browsing
Booking and contact form functionality
Site security and access controls

These cookies cannot be disabled in our system.

2.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand:

How visitors use our website
Which pages are most visited
Ways to improve site performance

We may use tools such as Google Analytics, which may collect anonymised visitor data.

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember:

Your preferences
Your cookie choices
Improved website personalization

2.4 Marketing & Third-Party Cookies (Optional)

If used, these cookies would deliver personalized ads or track interactions for marketing.
We do not currently use advertising cookies, but may introduce them in future with updated consent and notice.

3. Third-Party Cookies We May Use

We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device, including:

Website hosting and security tools
Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)
Booking or payment systems
Social media integrations

These providers may collect data according to their own privacy policies.

4. Managing Cookies

You may control or disable cookies through:

The cookie consent banner on our website
Your browser settings (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, etc.)

Please note:

Disabling some cookies may affect website functionality
Essential cookies cannot be turned off as they are required for the site to function

5. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements.
The updated version will always be posted with a new “Last Updated” date.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy, please contact us: