Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: 14 May 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how The Runtime AI (“we”, “us” or “our”) collects, uses and protects personal information when you visit our website, read our content, contact us, subscribe to our newsletter, or interact with our services.

The Runtime AI is an AI, automation and technology content website focused on AI tools, n8n workflows, SaaS ideas, productivity systems and AI-assisted coding.

  1. Who we are

Website: The Runtime AI
Location: United Kingdom
Contact email: hello@theruntimeai.com

For the purposes of UK data protection law, including the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, The Runtime AI is the data controller for personal information collected through this website.

If you are located in the European Economic Area, we aim to handle your personal information in line with relevant GDPR principles where applicable.

  1. Personal information we collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Information you provide directly:

  • Name, if you provide it through a contact form or email
  • Email address, if you contact us or subscribe to our newsletter
  • Message content, if you send us an enquiry
  • Newsletter preferences or consent records
  • Any information you choose to send to us voluntarily

Information collected automatically:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type
  • Pages visited
  • Referring website
  • Approximate location based on technical data
  • Website usage data through analytics tools, if enabled
  • Cookie and tracking preferences

Information from third-party services:

We may receive limited data from services used to operate the website, such as hosting providers, analytics tools, email newsletter providers, security tools, affiliate platforms and contact form plugins.

  1. How we use your information

We use personal information to:

  • Operate and improve the website
  • Respond to enquiries
  • Send newsletters or updates if you subscribe
  • Understand which content is useful to readers
  • Monitor website performance and security
  • Manage affiliate links and website monetisation
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Prevent spam, abuse, fraud or security issues
  1. Lawful bases for processing

Depending on the activity, we rely on one or more lawful bases:

Consent

We rely on consent when you subscribe to our newsletter or agree to non-essential cookies.

Legitimate interests

We may rely on legitimate interests to operate, secure and improve the website, understand general website performance, respond to enquiries, and protect the website from misuse.

Legal obligation

We may process information where required to comply with legal, tax, regulatory or security obligations.

Contract

If we later offer paid products, services or digital downloads, we may process information where necessary to provide those services.

  1. Newsletter and email marketing

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will use your email address to send you updates, tutorials, tools, automation ideas and related content from The Runtime AI.

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any newsletter email or by contacting us at hello@theruntimeai.com.

We do not sell your email address.

  1. Cookies and analytics

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Make the website work properly
  • Remember your preferences
  • Understand website traffic and performance
  • Improve content and user experience
  • Support affiliate tracking or advertising, where applicable

Non-essential cookies, such as analytics, advertising or affiliate tracking cookies, should only be used where you have given consent through a cookie banner or preference tool.

For more information, see our Cookie Policy.

  1. Affiliate links and monetisation

Some articles may include affiliate links. This means we may earn a commission if you click a link and make a purchase, at no extra cost to you.

Affiliate partners may use cookies or tracking technologies to record referrals. Where required, these technologies should only be used after consent.

For more information, see our Affiliate Disclosure.

  1. Who we share information with

We may share limited personal information with trusted service providers who help us run the website, including:

  • Website hosting providers
  • Email newsletter platforms
  • Analytics providers
  • Security and spam protection tools
  • Contact form providers
  • Affiliate networks
  • Professional advisers, if required
  • Legal or regulatory authorities, if required by law

We only share information where necessary and where there is a valid reason to do so.

  1. International transfers

Some service providers may process data outside the United Kingdom or European Economic Area.

Where this happens, we aim to use appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses, adequacy decisions or equivalent protections where required.

  1. How long we keep your information

We keep personal information only for as long as necessary.

Typical retention periods:

  • Contact form messages: up to 24 months
  • Newsletter subscription data: until you unsubscribe or request deletion
  • Analytics data: according to the analytics provider’s retention settings
  • Security logs: for a limited period needed to protect the website
  • Legal or compliance records: as long as required by law
  1. Your data protection rights

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Object to certain processing
  • Restrict how we process your information
  • Withdraw consent
  • Request data portability
  • Complain to a data protection authority

To exercise your rights, contact us at hello@theruntimeai.com.

If you are in the UK, you also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office.

  1. Security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, disclosure or alteration.

However, no website or online service can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

  1. Children

This website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

  1. External links

Our website may link to external websites, tools, products or services.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content or security of third-party websites.

  1. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

The latest version will always be available on this page.

  1. Contact us

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

The Runtime AI
Email: hello@theruntimeai.com
Location: United Kingdom