Last updated: 31st December 2025
Third Age Income Academy respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, and how we look after it.
We aim to be clear, fair, and transparent.
Who we are
Third Age Income Academy provides calm, skills-based education and community for people in later life.
Our website address is:
https://thirdageincomeacademy.com
If you have any questions about this policy, you can contact us at: hello@thirdageincomeacademy.com
What information we collect
We only collect information that helps us run the site and community properly.
This may include:
- Your name and email address (if you subscribe to our mailing list or Substack)
- Any information you voluntarily share in comments or messages
- Basic technical information such as browser type or device (via standard website analytics)
We do not collect sensitive personal data.
How we collect information
We collect information when you:
- Subscribe to updates via our website or Substack
- Contact us via a form or email
- Leave a comment or participate in community discussions
- Browse our website (via standard cookies — see below)
Why we collect this information
We use your information to:
- Send you updates or new content you’ve asked for
- Respond to messages or enquiries
- Improve the website and understand what content is useful
- Keep the community safe and respectful
We do not sell your data.
Email subscriptions (Substack)
Our email updates and community are hosted on Substack.
When you subscribe, your information is stored securely by Substack and used only to send you content from Third Age Income Academy.
You can unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of any email.
Substack’s own privacy policy applies in addition to this one.
Cookies
Like most websites, we use basic cookies to ensure the site works properly and to understand general usage.
Cookies may be used to:
- Remember preferences
- Measure site traffic
- Improve performance
You can control cookies through your browser settings at any time.
Who we share data with
We only share data with trusted service providers that help us run the site, such as:
- Website hosting providers
- Email and community platforms (such as Substack)
- Basic analytics services
All providers are expected to handle data responsibly and securely.
How long we keep your data
We keep personal data only for as long as necessary to provide the services you’ve requested or to meet legal obligations.
If you unsubscribe or ask us to remove your data, we will do so promptly.
Your rights (UK & GDPR)
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
- Ask what personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Make a complaint to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
You can exercise these rights by contacting us.
Keeping your information safe
We take reasonable steps to protect your information and keep it secure.
No online system is ever completely risk-free, but we aim to act responsibly and minimise risk.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The latest version will always be published on this page.
Contact us
If you have any questions about privacy or data, please contact:
Third Age Income Academy
hello@thirdageincomeacademy.com