Privacy Policy

Updated December 3rd 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit my website, join my mailing list, download content via BookFunnel, or enter a giveaway. I am committed to complying with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, which apply in Northern Ireland.

1. Who I Am

Saoirse Morrigan

Author 

Email: hello@saoirsemorrigan.com

I am the data controller for the personal information collected through this website.

2. What Personal Data I Collect

Mailing List Sign-Ups

• Email address
• Name (optional)

Giveaways

• Name
• Email address
• Postal address (only if needed to send a prize)

BookFunnel Downloads

If you download a reader magnet or digital content through BookFunnel, they may collect:

• Name
• Email address
• IP address
• Device/browser details
  BookFunnel passes your email address to me when you consent to join my mailing list.

Website Usage (Non-ecommerce)

I do not sell products on this website.

However, the site may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser and device information
• Pages visited
• Cookies (if applicable)

This is standard for most websites and helps improve performance and security.

3. How I Use Your Data

I use your information to:

• Send newsletters, updates, and author-related emails
• Deliver digital content through BookFunnel
• Administer giveaways and contact winners
• Send physical prizes if applicable
• Maintain and improve website functionality
• Protect the site from spam and misuse

I will only use your data for the purposes you have agreed to.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, I rely on:

• Consent – joining the mailing list, entering a giveaway, downloading content through BookFunnel
• Legitimate interests – site analytics, spam prevention, security
• Legal obligation – if records of prize distribution are required for tax or audit reasons

5. Data Storage and Third-Party Providers

Website Hosting (GoDaddy)

My website is hosted by GoDaddy, which stores technical data such as server logs, IP addresses, and security-related information.

GoDaddy maintains its own security and privacy measures.

Email Service Provider

If you sign up to my mailing list, your data may be stored by my email provider (e.g., MailerLite, Mailchimp, ConvertKit — specify here if known).

BookFunnel

BookFunnel handles digital downloads and may process your email address, IP address, and device information.

If you join my mailing list through a BookFunnel page, they transfer your consent and email address to me.

Giveaway Fulfilment

For winners, postal addresses may be shared with postal or courier services to deliver prizes.

I do not sell or trade your personal information.