Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 2025

Dr Michala Hulme is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and safeguard the information you share with me.

1. Who I Am

I am Dr Michala Hulme, a professional genealogist, historian, and lecturer in public history, based in Cheshire. I provide family history, legal genealogy, and related research services.

I am registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) as a data controller.

2. What Information I Collect

To provide genealogical services, I may collect:

  • Your name, contact details, and payment information
  • Family history information you provide
  • DNA results (if relevant to your research project)
  • Copies of records obtained for your case (e.g. certificates, census returns)

3. How I Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

  • Carry out genealogical and historical research
  • Provide you with reports, family trees, and related services
  • Communicate with you about your project
  • Comply with legal and financial obligations (e.g. invoicing, record-keeping)

I will never sell or share your personal information for marketing purposes.

4. How I Store Your Information

  • Digital files are stored securely on password-protected devices.
  • Paper records are kept in locked storage.
  • Information is retained only as long as necessary to complete the research project and meet legal obligations.

5. Sharing of Information

I may share necessary information with:

  • Official record offices, archives, or data providers when obtaining documents
  • Legal professionals, coroners, or councils when working on official cases (with your knowledge and consent where applicable)

I will not share your data with third parties for unrelated purposes.

6. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access the information I hold about you
  • Request corrections if it is inaccurate
  • Request deletion of your data (where legally possible)
  • Restrict or object to certain uses of your data

To exercise these rights, please contact me at:
📧 enquiries@michalahulme.com
📞 +44 (0) 078 2691 4998

7. Contact

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

You also have the right to raise concerns with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at http://www.ico.org.uk.