Last updated: July 2026

Who We Are

James McBrearty operates this website (jamesmcbrearty.com) and provides the Chocks Away online course and Personal Business Review service. I am based in the United Kingdom.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how I handle your data, please contact me at: [email protected]

What Data I Collect

I collect different types of information depending on how you interact with me:

• Website visitors: Basic analytics data (pages visited, device type, approximate location).
• Course students: Name, email address, and purchase information when you buy the Chocks Away course through Teachable.
• Personal Review clients: Name, email address, and business information you provide when booking or completing a Personal Business Review.
• Email subscribers: Name and email address if you sign up to receive updates or resources.
• Comments (if enabled): Name, email address, and comment content.

How I Use Your Data

I use your data to:

• Deliver the Chocks Away course and provide access to materials
• Provide Personal Business Review services
• Send important updates about your purchase or service
• Improve my website and course content
• Send occasional emails about new resources or offers (only if you have opted in)

Legal Basis for Processing

I process your personal data under the UK GDPR on the following legal bases:

• Contract: To provide the course or Personal Review service you have purchased.
• Consent: When you sign up to receive marketing emails or newsletters.
• Legitimate interests: To improve my services and website experience.

Third Parties I Share Data With

I use trusted third-party services to run my business. These include:

• Teachable – to host and deliver the Chocks Away course
• Stripe – to process payments securely
• Email service provider – to send course updates and newsletters
• Website hosting and analytics providers

These providers only receive the minimum data necessary to perform their services and are bound by data