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Last updated: 12 January 2026  ·  Drevani Journal  ·  27 Sans Walk, London EC1R 0AJ, United Kingdomm

Drevani Journal is an independent editorial publication focused on everyday nutrition practices and weight awareness. The publication is not affiliated with any commercial, governmental, or institutional body.

Section 01

Who We Are

Drevani Journal is an independent editorial publication operating from 27 Sans Walk, London EC1R 0AJ, United Kingdommdom. The publication produces articles on everyday nutrition practices, food choices, weight awareness, and active lifestyle observations.

For the purposes of UK data protection law, Drevani Journal is the data controller in respect of personal data collected through this website. Enquiries regarding data handling may be directed to: [email protected].

This Privacy Policy explains what personal data is collected when you visit this website, how it is used, how long it is retained, and what rights you have in relation to it. By using this website, you acknowledge having read this policy.

Section 02

Data We Collect

The personal data collected by this website falls into two categories: data you provide voluntarily, and data collected automatically as part of the website's standard functioning.

2.1 Data You Provide

When you submit the contact form on this website, the following data is collected: your name, your email address, and the content of your message. This data is used solely to respond to your enquiry. It is not shared with third parties for marketing purposes and is not used to build a profile of your behaviour on the site.

2.2 Data Collected Automatically

When you visit this website, certain technical information is automatically recorded by the web server. This includes your IP address (in truncated form), the page requested, the browser type and version, the operating system, the referring URL, and the date and time of the request. This data is used for website security monitoring and aggregate traffic analysis. It is not linked to any identifiable individual.

2.3 Cookies

This website uses cookies to function and to understand how visitors engage with published content. Cookie use is described in detail in the Cookie Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the Cookie Settings link in the footer.

Section 03

Legal Basis for Processing

The processing of personal data by Drevani Journal relies on the following legal bases under UK GDPR:

  • Legitimate interests — website security monitoring and aggregate traffic analysis, where the interests of the publication in maintaining a secure and functional website do not override your rights.
  • Consent — where you have chosen to accept non-essential cookies or have voluntarily submitted the contact form.
  • Contract performance — where processing is necessary to respond to a specific enquiry submitted through the contact form.
Section 04

How We Use Your Data

Personal data collected by Drevani Journal is used strictly for the purposes described at the point of collection. The publication does not sell, rent, or share personal data with third parties for commercial purposes. Specific uses include:

Contact Enquiries

Data submitted through the contact form is used solely to respond to the enquiry. It is not added to mailing lists or used for any other purpose without your explicit consent.

Website Functioning

Technical data collected automatically is used to maintain website security, identify and address technical errors, and understand aggregate visitor patterns. This data is not linked to individual identities.

Cookie-Based Analytics

Where you have consented to analytics cookies, aggregated data about page visits and content engagement is used to inform editorial decisions. This data is not used to identify individual readers.

Section 05

Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary for the purpose for which it was collected. Specific retention periods are as follows:

  • Contact form submissions: retained for up to 12 months following the final exchange of correspondence, then securely deleted.
  • Server access logs: retained for up to 90 days for security purposes, then automatically overwritten.
  • Cookie data: subject to the expiry periods described in the Cookie Policy. Essential cookies expire at session end or within 12 months. Analytics cookies expire within 13 months.
Section 06

Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights in relation to personal data held by Drevani Journal:

Right of Access

You may request a copy of the personal data held about you.

Right of Rectification

You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

Right of Erasure

You may request deletion of personal data where there is no lawful basis for continued retention.

Right to Restrict Processing

You may request that processing of your data be paused in certain circumstances.

Right to Object

You may object to processing carried out on the basis of legitimate interests.

Right to Withdraw Consent

Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw that consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.

To exercise any of these rights, please write to [email protected]. Requests will be acknowledged within five working days and fulfilled within one calendar month. If you are not satisfied with the handling of a request, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.

Section 07

Third-Party Services

This website uses a limited number of third-party services to deliver content and monitor website performance. These services may process data in accordance with their own privacy policies. Where applicable, data sharing with these services is governed by data processing agreements.

The contact page includes an embedded map provided by Google Maps. Interacting with this map may involve Google processing your IP address and other technical data. If you prefer not to interact with this embed, the address details are also provided as plain text on the contact page.

This website uses fonts delivered via Google Fonts. Font loading may involve Google processing your IP address. For more information, refer to Google's own privacy documentation.

Section 08

Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in data handling practices or applicable law. The date of the most recent revision is shown at the top of this page. Continued use of the website following any update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

For questions about this policy or data handling practices, contact the editorial desk at [email protected] or by post to 27 Sans Walk, London EC1R 0AJ, United Kingdommdom.