Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2026

CastPlus is a podcast hosting platform operated by ECom24 Ltd ("we", "our", or "us"), a company registered in Scotland, United Kingdom and registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). This Privacy Policy applies specifically to the CastPlus V4 pre-launch website (the "Site") and describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit the Site or sign up to our V4 launch mailing list. We are committed to processing your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Email Address

When you sign up to our pre-launch mailing list, we collect your email address. This is stored and managed by our mailing list provider, EmailOctopus.

1.2 Technical Data

When you access the Site, we may collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Time and date of access

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Send Pre-Launch Updates - Notify you about the CastPlus launch and related announcements
• Analyse Site Usage - Understand how visitors interact with the Site using privacy-friendly analytics
• Ensure Security - Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
• Comply With Legal Obligations - Meet regulatory and legal requirements

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent - You provide your email address voluntarily when signing up to our mailing list
• Legitimate Interests - Processing for our legitimate business interests, such as improving the Site and preventing fraud
• Legal Obligation - Processing required to comply with applicable laws

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

• Service Providers - Third parties who help us operate the Site (see section 5)
• Legal Authorities - When required by law or to protect our legal rights
• Business Transfers - In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• EmailOctopus - Mailing list management. Stores your email address when you sign up to our pre-launch list. Privacy Policy
• Plausible Analytics - Privacy-friendly website analytics. Plausible does not use cookies, does not collect personal data, and is fully GDPR-compliant without requiring visitor consent. All analytics data is hosted in the EU (Falkenstein, Germany). Data Policy

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data, including:

• Encryption in Transit - All data is transmitted over TLS/HTTPS
• Access Controls - Strict access controls limit who can access your data

7. Data Retention

We retain your email address on our mailing list until you unsubscribe or request removal. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email we send you, or by contacting us directly.

8. Cookies

We use only essential cookies for session management. These cookies are necessary for the Site to function and cannot be disabled.

Notably, our analytics provider (Plausible) does not use cookies or track you across websites. This means you can browse our Site without being tracked by any advertising or analytics cookies.

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission.

10. Your Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the EEA or United Kingdom, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access - Request a copy of your personal data
• Rectification - Request correction of inaccurate data
• Erasure - Request deletion of your personal data
• Restriction - Request restriction of processing
• Portability - Request transfer of your data to another service
• Objection - Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Withdraw Consent - Withdraw consent at any time by unsubscribing from our mailing list

To exercise these rights, contact us at support [AT] castplus.fm.

11. Your Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to Know - Request information about what personal data we collect and how we use it
• Right to Delete - Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Opt-Out - Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal data)
• Right to Non-Discrimination - We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights

12. Children's Privacy

The Site is not intended for use by children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child, we will take steps to delete it.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify subscribers of significant changes by email. Your continued use of the Site after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

CastPlus is operated by ECom24 Ltd. If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us at:

Email: support [AT] castplus.fm