Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 2026

Welcome to www.theoverwhelmedgardener.co.uk and www.theoverwhelmedgardener.com 

I value your privacy and believe in being transparent about how your information is collected and used.

If you choose to subscribe to the newsletter, I may collect:

• Your email address (required)
• Your first name (optional)

This information is collected solely so I can send you newsletter updates and occasional emails related to The Overwhelmed Gardener.

The legal basis for processing this information is your consent. By subscribing to the newsletter, you agree to receive email communications from The Overwhelmed Gardener. You may withdraw your consent and unsubscribe at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in every email.

I use Kit (formerly ConvertKit) to manage email subscriptions and deliver newsletters.

When you subscribe, your information is securely stored by Kit on my behalf. Kit acts as a data processor and processes your information according to their own privacy and security policies.

If you choose to subscribe to updates from this blog, your email address will be collected so that you can receive notifications when new posts are published.

Blog subscriptions are managed through WordPress.com (Automattic). Your email address is processed in accordance with their privacy policy and is used solely for the purpose of sending blog updates that you have requested.

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in every email notification.

For more information about how WordPress.com processes personal data, please refer to Automattic's Privacy Policy.

The Overwhelmed Gardener participates in the Amazon Associates Programme, an affiliate advertising programme designed to provide a means for websites to earn advertising fees by linking to Amazon products.

As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, Amazon may use cookies to track that referral and attribute any commission earned.

This website may use cookies that are necessary for website functionality and affiliate tracking.

Third-party services, including Amazon and Kit, may also place cookies or similar technologies when you interact with their services.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Under UK GDPR and applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information held about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information where applicable
• Withdraw your consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)

You can unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time using the unsubscribe link included in every email.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact me via the contact form on this website.