Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 2026This privacy policy explains how AI Visibility Gap collects, uses, and protects personal data. It applies to anyone who visits this website or contacts us directly. AI Visibility Gap is an independent research property operated by David Wood, based in Scotland, UK.
This policy is written in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
What data we collect
We collect personal data in the following circumstances:
- Contact enquiries: When you email admin@aivisibilitygap.com, we receive your name, email address, and anything you include in your message.
- Analytics: If analytics software is active on this site, it may collect anonymised data including pages visited, time spent on the site, browser type, and approximate location. No personally identifiable information is collected through analytics.
How we use your data
- To respond to enquiries about published research
- To send study updates to people who have opted in
- To improve this website based on anonymised usage data
- To comply with legal obligations
We do not use your personal data for unsolicited marketing. We do not sell, trade, or share your personal data with third parties, except where required by law.
Legal basis for processing
Under UK GDPR, we process personal data on the following legal bases:
- Legitimate interests -- responding to enquiries and operating this website
- Legal obligation -- complying with UK law where required
Data retention
Email correspondence is retained for as long as necessary to manage the enquiry. Anonymised analytics data is retained in accordance with the terms of the analytics provider used.
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 data where there is no lawful reason for continued processing
- Object to processing where we rely on legitimate interests
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at admin@aivisibilitygap.com. We will respond within 30 days.
Cookies
This website may use cookies for analytics purposes. Managing cookies is generally possible through your browser settings.
Third-party links
This website links to CryptoContent.dev for service enquiries, and to external platforms including Zenodo, ORCID, Internet Archive, and academic repositories for research credentials. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and recommend reviewing their privacy policies directly.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The current version is always available at this URL. Material changes will be noted at the top of this page with a revised date.
Contact
For any privacy-related questions, contact David Wood at admin@aivisibilitygap.com.