Last updated: 3 January 2026

1. Introduction

This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit takis.design (“the Website”).

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Data Controller:
Takis
Based in: United Kingdom
Contact: email@takis.info

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Website, we automatically collect certain information through Google Analytics and Google Search Console:

IP address (anonymized)
Browser type and version
Operating system
Referring website
Pages visited on our Website
Date and time of visit
Time spent on pages
Geographic location (country/city level only)
Device information (desktop, mobile, tablet)

2.2 Cookies

We use cookies to collect analytics data. For more information, see our Cookies Policy below.

2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

We do not collect:

Personal contact information (names, email addresses, phone numbers)
Payment information
User account data
Any information submitted via contact forms (we don’t have any)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information solely for the following purposes:

Website Analytics: To understand how visitors use our Website, which pages are most popular, and how to improve user experience
Performance Monitoring: To monitor Website performance, loading times, and technical issues via Google Search Console
Traffic Analysis: To understand visitor demographics and traffic sources

3.1 Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under the following legal bases:

Legitimate Interests: Analytics and website improvement (Article 6(1)(f) UK GDPR)
Consent: Cookie usage for analytics (where required)

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We share data only with the following third-party services:

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors.

Data processor: Google LLC
Data transferred to: United States (adequate safeguards in place)
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

4.2 Google Search Console

We use Google Search Console to monitor website performance in Google search results.

Data processor: Google LLC
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with any other third parties.

5. Data Retention

Analytics data is retained according to Google’s data retention policies:

Google Analytics: Data is retained for 26 months by default, after which it is automatically deleted
Google Search Console: Data is retained for 16 months

6. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right of Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you
Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we process your data
Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw cookie consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at email@takis.info.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):

Website: https://ico.org.uk
Helpline: 0303 123 1113

7. Cookies Policy

7.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly and provide analytics information.

7.2 Cookies We Use

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Duration	Type
_ga	Google Analytics	Distinguishes unique users	2 years	Analytics
_gid	Google Analytics	Distinguishes unique users	24 hours	Analytics
_gat	Google Analytics	Throttles request rate	1 minute	Analytics

7.3 Managing Cookies

You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings:

Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

Please note: Blocking cookies may affect your experience on our Website.

7.4 Google Analytics Opt-Out

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by:

Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Enabling “Do Not Track” in your browser settings

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your data:

Secure HTTPS encryption for all website traffic
Regular security updates and monitoring
Access controls to limit data access
Secure hosting infrastructure

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not directed at children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the UK, specifically:

United States (Google Analytics, Google Search Console)

These transfers are protected by appropriate safeguards, including:

Google’s compliance with the EU-US Data Privacy Framework
Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
Google’s Privacy Shield certification (where applicable)

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will:

Update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page
Notify users of material changes through a prominent notice on the Website

We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: email@takis.info
Website: https://takis.design

For data protection queries specifically, you may also contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), the UK’s independent data protection authority.

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13. Consent

By continuing to use this Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of information as described herein.

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This Privacy Policy complies with:

UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
Data Protection Act 2018
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) 2003