Privacy and GDPR Policy
Last updated: January 2026
M.E Publications and Print Ltd trading as Know Magazine is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly and transparently.
This policy explains how we collect, use and store personal information in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Who we are
M.E Publications and Print Ltd
Company number: 15767138
Registered in England and Wales
Trading as: Know Magazine
For any data protection queries, please contact us via the details provided on our website.
What information we collect
We may collect and process the following personal data:
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Name, business name and job title
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Email address and telephone number
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Billing and payment information
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Advertisement content and artwork
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Website usage data (see Cookie Policy below)
We only collect information that is necessary to provide our services.
How we use your information
We use personal data to:
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Manage advertising bookings and enquiries
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Design, publish and distribute advertisements
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Communicate about proofs, deadlines and invoices
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Process payments and maintain accounts
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Comply with legal and accounting obligations
We do not sell personal data to third parties.
Lawful basis for processing
We process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:
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Performance of a contract
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Legitimate business interests
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Legal obligation
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Consent, where required (for example, marketing emails)
Data sharing
We may share limited information with trusted third parties where necessary, such as:
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Designers and printers involved in production
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Payment providers
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Accountants or professional advisers
All third parties are required to handle data securely and lawfully.
Data retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting or reporting requirements.
Your rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Request correction of inaccurate data
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Request deletion of data where appropriate
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Object to or restrict processing
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Withdraw consent where consent is relied upon
Requests can be made using the contact details on our website.
Data security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against loss, misuse or unauthorised access.
Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Know Magazine uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly and improve user experience.
How we use cookies
We use cookies to:
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Ensure the website functions correctly
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Understand how visitors use our website
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Improve website performance and content
Cookies do not give us access to your device or personal information beyond what you choose to share.
Types of cookies we use
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Essential cookies
Required for the website to function properly. -
Analytics cookies
Help us understand how visitors interact with the website, such as pages visited and time spent on the site.
Where required, consent will be requested before non-essential cookies are used.
Managing cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
Changes to this policy
We may update our Privacy and Cookie Policies from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page.