Privacy Notice
Last updated: January 2026
47 Fragments respects your privacy. This notice explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data when you visit www.47fragments.com, engage with our content, or communicate with us.
We collect only what is necessary to run the publication, deliver our services, and maintain the systems that support our work.
Who We Are
47 Fragments is a digital and print media platform operating from the UK.
For data protection purposes, we act as the data controller.
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What Data We Collect
We may collect the following personal data:
Contact information such as name and email address when you contact us directly or subscribe
Correspondence sent to us by email or forms
Analytics data relating to how visitors use the website
Social media interaction data where you engage with our accounts
Transactional information when the Gift Shop launches, including billing and delivery details
We do not knowingly collect data from children.
How We Collect Data
Data is collected when you:
Visit the website
Contact us by email
Subscribe to newsletters or updates
Engage with us on social media
Purchase products or services
Some data is collected automatically through cookies and analytics tools.
How We Use Your Data
We use personal data to:
Respond to enquiries and correspondence
Publish and distribute editorial content
Manage subscriptions and communications
Understand how the site is used and improve performance
Deliver services such as creative direction or editorial collaborations
Fulfil orders through the Gift Shop
We do not sell personal data and do not use it for profiling or automated decision making.
Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data under the following lawful bases:
Consent, where you have opted in
Legitimate interests, to operate and improve the publication
Contractual necessity, where services or products are provided
Legal obligations, where required
Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to understand site usage and improve functionality.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
Data Sharing
We only share personal data where necessary to operate the site or deliver services, such as:
Website hosting providers
Payment processors for transactions
Analytics and performance tools
We never share data for unrelated third-party marketing.
Data Retention
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary:
Correspondence is kept for operational reference
Subscriber data is kept until you unsubscribe
Transaction data is retained in line with legal and accounting requirements
Data is reviewed periodically and removed when no longer required.
Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data
Object to or restrict processing
Withdraw consent at any time
Requests can be made by contacting team@fragments.com.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect personal data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.
Access to systems is limited, credentials are managed securely, and internal reviews are carried out to reduce risk.
Changes to This Notice
This privacy notice may be updated to reflect changes in systems, services, or legal requirements.
Any updates will be published on this page.
Copyright Notice
Last updated: January 2026
47 Fragments is an editorial platform.
We publish writing and imagery in the context of cultural commentary, research, and visual reference.
Third Party Images
Where images are not created by 47 Fragments, they are used in good faith for editorial purposes only. This may include:
Referencing designers, artists, musicians, or cultural figures
Providing visual context to accompany written commentary
Archival or documentary imagery used to support historical or cultural discussion
We do not claim ownership over third party images unless explicitly stated.
Attribution
Where possible, we credit the original photographer, artist, publication, archive, or source directly within the post or caption.
If an image has been sourced from an archive, publication, or public platform and original credit is unclear, we make reasonable efforts to identify and acknowledge the creator.
If you believe an image has been incorrectly credited or lacks attribution, please contact us and we will address it promptly.
Social Media Use
Images shared on our social media channels follow the same editorial principles as the website.
Images are used to support commentary, not to represent endorsement or ownership
Credits are included where possible within captions or accompanying text
Content is not resold, licensed, or redistributed for commercial image use
Copyright Concerns
If you are the rights holder of an image featured on 47 Fragments and would like it amended, credited differently, or removed, please contact us directly.
We are committed to responding quickly and respectfully to all legitimate requests.
Original Work
All original writing, commissioned photography, and in-house visual work produced by 47 Fragments remains the intellectual property of 47 Fragments unless otherwise stated.
Reuse of original content without permission is not permitted.