Privacy Policy
Last updated: 28 February 2026
Media98 (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your personal information and handling it responsibly.
This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights under UK data protection law.
If you have any questions, contact:
Email: gordon@media98.co.uk
Who We Are
Media98 is a UK-based web design and LinkedIn consultancy.
We provide website design, LinkedIn setup services, and related marketing support to UK service businesses.
What Information We Collect
We only collect information that is necessary to provide our services.
This may include:
• Your name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Company name
• Business address
• Billing information
• Project content and materials you provide
If you become a client, we may also collect invoicing and accounting information required for financial records.
How We Collect Information
We collect information when you:
• Submit a form on our website
• Email or call us
• Engage us for services
• Subscribe to updates
• Interact via LinkedIn
We may also receive limited contact information from third parties where lawful and appropriate.
How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
• Respond to enquiries
• Provide contracted services
• Send invoices and manage payments
• Deliver website and LinkedIn projects
• Provide support after launch
• Improve our services
We do not sell or rent your data.
Legal Basis For Processing
Under UK GDPR, we process your information on the following lawful bases:
• Contractual obligation – where we are delivering agreed services
• Legitimate interest – to communicate with business contacts about relevant services
• Legal obligation – for accounting and compliance requirements
AI Tools and Client Data
Where we provide LinkedIn or AI-based systems:
• The AI tools are installed within your own ChatGPT account
• We do not store your LinkedIn messages for our own purposes
• We do not use your business data for training external systems
• Any data used remains under your control
We only access client accounts with permission and for agreed support purposes.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to:
• Ensure the site functions properly
• Monitor basic analytics
• Improve user experience
You can disable cookies via your browser settings.
Third Parties We Use
We may use trusted third-party providers for business operations, including:
• Website hosting providers
• Email service providers
• Analytics services
• Payment processors
• Cloud storage services
These providers process data under appropriate data protection agreements.
How Long We Keep Data
We retain personal data:
• For the duration of our working relationship
• For up to 6–7 years where required for financial record keeping
• Until you request deletion, where no legal obligation prevents it
Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
• Request access to your data
• Request correction
• Request deletion
• Object to processing
• Restrict processing
• Request data portability
To exercise your rights, email gordon@media98.co.uk.
Complaints
If you are unhappy with how we handle your data, contact us first.
You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, loss or misuse.
Changes To This Policy
We may update this policy occasionally.
The latest version will always appear on this page with the updated date shown at the top.