Privacy Policy
Last updated: 1 July 2026
Introduction
Glenn Kerr Genealogy is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly.
This Privacy Policy explains what information is collected when you use this website or contact Glenn Kerr Genealogy, how that information is used, and your rights under UK data protection legislation.
Who I am
Glenn Kerr Genealogy provides professional genealogy and family history research services specialising in Scottish and Irish ancestry, DNA research, military history, local history and house history.
Contact Email:
info@glennkerrgenealogy.com
Information I Collect
Depending on how you use this website, I may collect:
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Your name
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Your email address
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Your telephone number (if provided)
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Details contained in your enquiry
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Information relating to your family history research
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Documents or photographs you choose to provide
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DNA information that you voluntarily share for genealogy research
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Anonymous website usage information collected through cookies and analytics
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How Your Information Is Used
Your information is used only to:
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Respond to your enquiries
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Provide genealogy research services
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Prepare research reports
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Communicate with you about your project
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Improve this website and its content
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Meet legal and accounting obligations where required
Your personal information is never sold to third parties.
DNA Information
DNA information supplied for genealogy research is treated as confidential.
It is used solely for the research you have requested and will not be shared with third parties without your permission unless required by law.
Sharing Your Information
Your information will only be shared:
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where required by law;
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with trusted service providers who help operate this website, such as Wix;
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where necessary to provide the services you have requested; or
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with your consent.
Data Security
Reasonable technical and organisational measures are used to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration or loss.
Data Retention
Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to provide the requested services, maintain business records or comply with legal obligations.
Your Rights
Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), you have the right to:
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request access to your personal information;
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request correction of inaccurate information;
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request deletion of your personal information where appropriate;
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restrict or object to certain processing;
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request a copy of your personal information.
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact:
Cookies
This website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience and help understand how visitors use the website.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
Third-Party Services
This website may use third-party services including:
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Wix
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Google Analytics
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Google Search Console
These services may collect anonymous information in accordance with their own privacy policies.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page, together with the revised date.
Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact:
Glenn Kerr Genealogy
Email: info@glennkerrgenealogy.com