Privacy & Cookies Policy for www.antennamoto.com 

(UK GDPR + PECR Compliant)

Last updated: December 2025

 

1. Introduction

Welcome to www.antennamoto.com (“we”, “us”, or “our”).

We are committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy.

This Privacy & Cookies Policy explains:

  • What personal data we collect

  • Why we collect it

  • How we use it

  • Your rights under UK GDPR

  • How we use cookies on this website

By using www.antennamoto.com, creating an account, or accessing our forum, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.

2. The Data We Collect

2.1 Information you provide directly

When you create an account or use the forum, we may collect:

  • Username

  • Email address

  • Password

  • Profile information (if you choose to add any)

  • Forum posts, replies, comments, private messages

  • Contact form submissions

  • Any information you voluntarily submit

Passwords are stored securely and we never see or store them in plain text.

2.2 Information collected automatically

When visiting www.antennamoto.com, our system (and WordPress) may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Pages visited, timestamps, and navigation paths

  • Referral sources

This type of data helps us operate and secure the site.

2.3 Cookies and tracking technologies

www.antennamoto.com uses cookies to:

  • Keep you logged into your account

  • Enable forum functionality

  • Store user preferences

  • Improve site security

  • Provide analytics (only if consented to)

More details are provided in the Cookie Policy section below.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data to:

  • Create and manage user accounts

  • Provide access to the forum

  • Maintain site security and prevent spam/abuse

  • Improve website performance

  • Respond to enquiries and support requests

  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell or share your data with third parties for advertising purposes.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, the legal bases we rely on include:

  • Contract: Creating your user account and granting access to the forum

  • Consent: Analytics or optional cookies

  • Legitimate Interests: Website functionality, security, forum moderation

  • Legal Obligation: Record keeping, fraud prevention, security compliance

5. How Long We Keep Your Data

  • Account information: Kept until you request deletion or close your account

  • Forum posts/messages: Retained as part of community content unless removed by you or through moderation

  • Contact form submissions: Up to 12 months

  • Analytics data: As defined by the analytics provider (if applicable)

6. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your account and associated data

  • Request data portability

  • Object to certain types of processing

  • Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details below.

If you believe your data is being misused, you also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

7. Cookie Policy

7.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small files stored on your device that help websites operate smoothly and improve user experience.

7.2 Cookies Used on www.antennamoto.com

A. Essential / Functional Cookies

These are required for the website and forum to work properly.

WordPress may use cookies such as:

  • wordpress_logged_in_* – keeps you logged in

  • wordpress_sec_* – security/authentication

  • wp-settings-* – user interface preferences

  • comment_author_* – remembers comment details (if comments are enabled)

These cookies do not require consent, but they must be explained (as done here).

B. Analytics Cookies (if enabled)

These track how users interact with www.antennamoto.com and help us improve the site.

Analytics cookies will only run with your explicit consent via the cookie banner.
If no analytics tools are installed, this section still remains for clarity and future use.

C. Third-Party Cookies

Certain features may set cookies, for example:

  • Embedded media (YouTube video previews, maps, etc.)

  • Security / anti-spam services (Google reCAPTCHA, Wordfence, etc.)

  • Forum plugins with extended functionality

All non-essential third-party cookies are blocked until consent is provided.

7.3 Cookie Consent

On your first visit, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to:

  • Accept all cookies

  • Reject non-essential cookies

  • Manage cookie settings

You can change or withdraw your consent at any time using Cookie Settings (available in the footer).

7.4 Managing Cookies in Your Browser

You may also restrict or delete cookies through your browser settings.
However, blocking essential cookies may prevent you from logging in or using the forum.

8. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data, including:

  • Secure UK/EU-based hosting

  • SSL encryption (HTTPS)

  • Secure password storage

  • Access controls

  • Regular security monitoring

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy & Cookies Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact:

www.antennamoto.com
Email: hello@antennamoto.com

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy & Cookies Policy from time to time.
When we do, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.

Continued use of www.antennamoto.com signifies acceptance of any changes.