DigiTurtle

Last updated: 25 March 2026

Who I Am

DigiTurtle is a free IT admin portal directory run by Laurence Lai, a self-employed IT professional based in Greater Manchester.

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: laurencelai.co.uk
• Address: Ramsbottom, Bury, Greater Manchester

What Data I Collect

DigiTurtle is a static directory site. There are no contact forms, user accounts, or login systems. The data I collect is limited to:

Analytics Data (with your consent)

If you accept analytics cookies, Google Analytics 4 (GA4) collects:

• Pages you visit and how long you stay
• Your approximate location (country/city level)
• Device type, browser, and operating system
• How you found the site (search engine, direct link, etc.)

GA4 does not collect your name, email, or any personally identifiable information. IP addresses are anonymised by Google before storage.

Server Logs

The web server automatically logs basic access data including IP addresses, pages requested, and timestamps. These logs are used for security monitoring and are retained by the hosting provider in accordance with their privacy policy.

Cloudflare

The site uses Cloudflare for DNS and security. Cloudflare processes visitor IP addresses and basic request data to provide its CDN and security services. See Cloudflare's privacy policy.

Cookies

Cookies are small files stored on your device. DigiTurtle uses cookies as follows:

Cookie	Purpose	Type	Duration
dt_consent	Remembers your cookie preference	Essential	1 year
_ga	Google Analytics - distinguishes visitors	Analytics	2 years
_ga_*	Google Analytics - session state	Analytics	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics - distinguishes visitors	Analytics	24 hours

Analytics cookies are only set if you click "Accept" on the cookie banner. You can change your mind at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the site.

Cloudflare may also set cookies for security purposes (e.g. bot detection). These are considered essential and do not require consent.

Why I Collect Data

• Analytics: to understand which tools and categories are most popular, so I can improve the directory. Lawful basis: consent.
• Server logs: for security and to keep the site running. Lawful basis: legitimate interests.
• Cloudflare: to protect the site from attacks and deliver content faster. Lawful basis: legitimate interests.

Who I Share Data With

I do not sell or share your personal data with anyone for marketing purposes. Data is processed by:

• Google (Analytics) - data may be transferred to the US under Google's data processing terms
• Cloudflare (DNS/CDN) - data may be processed globally under Cloudflare's data processing addendum
• Our web hosting provider - servers located in the UK/EU

International Data Transfers

Some data processors (Google, Cloudflare) may transfer data outside the UK. These transfers are protected by Standard Contractual Clauses and the processors' compliance with applicable data protection frameworks.

How Long I Keep Data

• Analytics data: 14 months (Google's default retention period for GA4)
• Server logs: retained by the hosting provider per their standard retention policy

Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data held about you
• Have inaccurate data corrected
• Have your data deleted (right to erasure)
• Object to data processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, email [email protected]. I will respond within 30 days.

Complaints

If you're not happy with how I handle your data, you have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):

• Website: ico.org.uk
• Phone: 0303 123 1113

Changes to This Policy

I may update this policy from time to time. The "last updated" date at the top will always reflect the latest version. For significant changes, I'll update the date and the policy will be available at this URL.

External Links

DigiTurtle links to hundreds of third-party admin portals and tools. Each of those sites has its own privacy policy. I'm not responsible for how they handle your data once you leave DigiTurtle.