Last updated: 12 Feb 2026
1. Introduction
HistoryLounge (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights in relation to your personal data.
2. Information We Collect
We do not require users to create accounts or submit personal information to browse this website.
However, we may collect limited data through:
a) Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. This may collect:
- IP address (anonymised where possible)
- Device type
- Browser type
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Referring websites
This information is collected in aggregate and does not personally identify you.
3. Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device.
We use cookies for:
a) Analytics Cookies
Used by Google Analytics to help us understand website traffic and usage.
b) Affiliate Tracking Cookies
When you click an affiliate link (for example, to Amazon), the retailer may use cookies to track that a referral came from our site.
These cookies are managed by the retailer, not by us.
4. Affiliate Links
HistoryLounge participates in the Amazon Associates Programme, an affiliate advertising programme designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.co.uk.
If you purchase a product through an affiliate link, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, our legal basis for processing analytics data is:
- Legitimate interest (to improve our website)
Where required by law, cookies will only be set after you provide consent via our cookie banner.
6. Third-Party Services
We may use the following third-party services:
- Google Analytics
- Amazon Associates
These providers may process data in accordance with their own privacy policies.
7. Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction
- Request deletion
- Object to processing
- Withdraw consent
To exercise any of these rights, please contact:
contact [at] historylounge.com
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page.