Privacy, Cookies, DPA, and Terms of Use
This page contains all core policies for cogenant.com. Use the links below to jump to a section.
Last updated: 9 August 2025
Privacy Policy for cogenant.com
This Policy is designed for visitors in the United Kingdom and aligns with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
1. Who we are
Data controller: Olegs Puskins ( “I”,“we”, “us”, “our”)
Site: cogenant.com (official home of The Cogenant Trilogy)
Contact: privacy@cogenant.com
2. What data we collect
Information you provide: name and email address (to request the prequel and/or updates), correspondence, and simple preferences (e.g., formats).
Information collected automatically: usage data such as pages viewed, time on page, referral source, device/browser type, and approximate location (country/region). We use Google Analytics with privacy‑enhancing settings where possible. Cookies are described in the Cookie Policy. We do not intentionally collect special category data.
3. Why we use your data (lawful bases)
To deliver the prequel and welcome emails (contract/your request), to send newsletters (consent), to respond to enquiries (legitimate interests), to improve the Website (consent for analytics), and to maintain security (legitimate interests).
4. How we use your data
Fulfilment of your request for the prequel and welcome sequence; ongoing communications about The Cogenant Trilogy; analytics to refine content; and maintenance of records of consent and preferences. No automated decision‑making producing legal or similarly significant effects.
5. Sharing and international transfers
We do not sell personal data. We use trusted processors only: email service provider (e.g., Brevo), Google Analytics, web hosting/CDN. Some processing may occur outside the UK under appropriate safeguards (e.g., UK SCCs/Addendum, IDTA, encryption).
6. Retention
Subscriber emails are kept until you unsubscribe or bounce, then on suppression lists for a limited period. Correspondence up to 24 months post‑closure unless needed longer. Analytics retention per our Google Analytics settings (typically 14 months).
7. Your rights
You can request access, rectification, erasure, restriction, and objection; withdraw consent; and request portability where applicable. Contact us at privacy@cogenant.com. You may also complain to the ICO at ico.org.uk.
8. Security
We use TLS/SSL, access controls, secure providers, and periodic reviews. No method is perfectly secure; we work to minimise risk.
9. Cookies
See the Cookie Policy for details. Non‑essential cookies are set only with consent via the cookie banner.
10. Children
The Website is intended for readers aged 16+. If you believe a child has provided data, contact us to delete it.
11. Third‑party links
We are not responsible for external sites’ privacy practices. Please review their policies.
12. Changes
We may update this Policy and post the new date above. Material changes will be signposted where reasonable.
13. Contact
Email: privacy@cogenant.com. We aim to respond within one month.
Privacy at a Glance:
We collect your email when you subscribe and use consent‑based analytics to improve the site. We never sell your data. Unsubscribe any time.
Terms of Use
Please read these Terms carefully before using cogenant.com (the “Website”). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to these Terms.
1. About us
The Website is operated by Olegs Puskins (“I”,“we”, “us”, “our”). Contact: website-terms@cogenant.com.
2. Acceptance of Terms
By using the Website, subscribing to emails, downloading materials, or otherwise interacting with our services, you confirm that you accept these Terms and agree to comply with them. If you do not agree, do not use the Website.
3. Changes to these Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. The latest version will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance.
4. Eligibility
The Website is intended for users aged 16 and over. If you are under 16, you must not use the Website or provide any personal data.
5. Accounts and subscriptions
You may subscribe to receive the prequel and newsletters by providing your email address. You are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of your details and for keeping your inbox secure. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails.
6. Intellectual property
Unless otherwise stated, all content on the Website—including text, images, graphics, logos, and design—is owned by or licensed to us and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, adapt, or create derivative works without our prior written permission, except for limited personal, non‑commercial use or fair dealing under UK law.
7. Licence to use the Website
We grant you a limited, revocable, non‑exclusive, non‑transferable licence to access and use the Website for personal, non‑commercial purposes, subject to these Terms.
8. Acceptable use
You must not misuse the Website. Prohibited conduct includes: unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful activity; introducing viruses or malicious code; attempting unauthorised access; scraping, data mining, or automated collection without permission; interfering with the Website’s operation; or infringing intellectual property or privacy rights.
9. User content and feedback
If you send feedback, ideas, or materials to us, you grant us a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty‑free licence to use, reproduce, and adapt such input for any purpose, without obligation to you. Do not send content you do not have the right to share.
10. Third‑party links and services
The Website and emails may contain links to third‑party sites (e.g., retailers, social media). We have no control over and are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices. Use them at your own risk.
11. Downloads and digital content
From time to time we may provide digital content (e.g., the prequel dossier). We endeavour to ensure files are free from known malware, but you should use reputable security software. Downloads are for personal use only unless expressly permitted.
12. Availability and changes
We do not guarantee the Website or any content will always be available or uninterrupted. We may suspend, withdraw, or change all or any part of the Website without notice.
13. Disclaimers
The Website and content are provided “as is” and “as available”. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, representations, or guarantees, express or implied, including fitness for a particular purpose, accuracy, or non‑infringement. We do not warrant that the Website will be secure or free from bugs or viruses.
14. Limitation of liability
Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any other liability that cannot be excluded under law. Subject to the foregoing, we shall not be liable for any indirect, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages; loss of profits, sales, business, or revenue; business interruption; loss of anticipated savings; loss of business opportunity, goodwill, or reputation; or loss or corruption of data, arising from or in connection with your use of the Website or reliance on any content.
15. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or in any way related to your breach of these Terms or your misuse of the Website.
16. Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Website at any time, with or without notice, if we reasonably believe you have breached these Terms or for operational reasons.
17. Governing law and jurisdiction
These Terms and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them or their subject matter are governed by the laws of England and Wales. The courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction.
18. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed severed, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
19. Contact
Questions about these Terms: website-terms@cogenant.com.
Accessibility Statement
We aim to build an inclusive, accessible experience for all readers. The Website is designed with semantic HTML, sufficient colour contrast, keyboard navigability, and support for screen readers. If you encounter accessibility barriers, please contact us at accessibility@cogenant.com with details of the page and issue. We will make reasonable efforts to address it promptly.