Last updated: 16 September 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Kernel Basis (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal information when you use kernelbasis.com (the “Site”) or contact us.
We aim to keep this clear and limited to what is necessary. If you have questions, email hello@kernelbasis.com.
1. Who is responsible
Kernel Basis is the controller of personal data processed in connection with the Site and related enquiries.
Contact: hello@kernelbasis.com
2. Information we collect
Depending on how you use the Site, we may collect:
- Contact details — such as name, email address, and message content when you write to us (including at hello@kernelbasis.com) or use a contact form
- Technical and usage data — such as IP address, browser type, device information, pages viewed, and approximate location derived from IP, collected through server logs and, where used, analytics or similar tools
- Cookie and similar technology data — as described in the Cookies section below
We do not intentionally collect special category (sensitive) personal data through the Site. Please do not send us that kind of information unless we have asked for it for a specific purpose.
3. How we use information
We use personal information to:
- Respond to enquiries and provide information about our work
- Operate, secure, and improve the Site
- Understand how the Site is used (in aggregate where possible)
- Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
4. Legal bases
Where UK GDPR applies, we rely on one or more of these bases:
- Legitimate interests — running and securing the Site, responding to business enquiries, and improving our services, where those interests are not overridden by your rights
- Consent — where we ask for it (for example, non-essential cookies), which you may withdraw at any time
- Contract — where processing is needed to take steps at your request before entering a contract, or to perform a contract with you
- Legal obligation — where we must keep or disclose information to meet the law
5. Cookies and similar technologies
The Site may use cookies or similar technologies that are necessary for the Site to function, and, where enabled, analytics or preference cookies. You can control cookies through your browser settings. If we use non-essential cookies, we will seek consent where required.
6. Sharing information
We may share personal information with:
- Service providers who help us host the Site, send email, or analyse usage (for example hosting and infrastructure providers), under appropriate agreements
- Professional advisers or authorities where required by law or to protect our rights
We do not sell your personal information.
7. International transfers
Some providers we use may process data outside the UK. Where that happens, we take steps required by UK data protection law, such as relying on adequacy decisions or appropriate contractual safeguards.
8. How long we keep information
We keep personal information only as long as needed for the purposes above, including to answer follow-ups, meet legal or accounting requirements, and resolve disputes. Enquiry emails are typically retained for a limited period unless a longer relationship or legal need applies.
9. Your rights
Under UK data protection law, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request erasure
- Restrict or object to certain processing
- Data portability, in some cases
- Withdraw consent where we rely on it
To exercise these rights, contact hello@kernelbasis.com. You may also complain to the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.
10. Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure.
11. Children
The Site is not directed at children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect their personal data.
12. Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date will change when we do. Significant changes may also be highlighted on the Site.
13. Contact
Privacy questions: hello@kernelbasis.com