Privacy policy

Last updated: April 2026

Perspectiva respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard information when you visit our website, subscribe to our content, attend our events, or contact us directly.

We aim to be clear and proportionate. We collect only what is necessary and use it thoughtfully.

Who We Are

Perspectiva is an insight‑led content and conversation platform founded by Maria Villablanca.

For the purposes of data protection law, Perspectiva is the data controller of any personal information you provide to us.

If you have questions about this policy or your data, you can contact us at:
hello@theperspectiva.com

Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal information:

Information you provide directly

This includes information you choose to give us, such as:

  • Name and email address (for subscriptions, newsletters, or contact forms)

  • Professional details you share voluntarily (role, organisation, areas of interest)

  • Messages or correspondence sent to us

  • Event registrations or responses to invitations

Information collected automatically

When you use our website, we may collect limited technical information, such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

This information is used to understand how the site is used and to improve performance and content. We do not use it to identify you personally.

How We Use Your Information

We use personal information only where there is a clear and legitimate purpose, including to:

  • Provide access to Perspectiva content and updates

  • Share insight, perspectives, and event information you have opted into

  • Respond to enquiries or correspondence

  • Manage participation in events or conversations

  • Improve our website and editorial offering

  • Meet legal, regulatory, or administrative obligations

We do not use your data for mass marketing or unrelated commercial activity.

Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR and related data protection laws, we rely on the following legal bases:

  • Consent — where you have actively opted in (e.g. subscriptions)

  • Legitimate interest — for publishing, communication, and platform improvement, where this does not override your rights

  • Legal obligation — where required by law

You can withdraw consent at any time.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data.

We only share information when necessary and proportionate, for example:

  • With trusted service providers who support our website, email delivery, or event operations (and only under appropriate data protection agreements)

  • Where required by law or regulation

All third parties are required to handle your data securely and lawfully.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as it is needed for the purpose it was collected.

  • Subscription information is kept until you unsubscribe

  • Contact correspondence is kept only as long as relevant

  • Event data is retained for reasonable follow‑up and record‑keeping

You may request deletion of your data at any time.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Object to or restrict certain processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • To exercise any of these rights, contact us at hello@theperspectiva.com.

Cookies and Analytics

Perspectiva uses minimal cookies and analytics tools to understand how content is accessed and used.

We do not use invasive tracking or behavioural advertising.
Where cookies are used, they are limited to functionality and performance.

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure. While no system can be guaranteed 100% secure, we are deliberate about minimising risk and access.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in how Perspectiva operates or in applicable law. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Maria Villablanca
Perspectiva
📧 hello@theperspectiva.com