Terms and Conditions

Last updated: November 11, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Pepper-Spray.uk website ("the Site"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

2. Purpose of the Website

Pepper-Spray.uk is a campaign website designed to promote discussion and raise awareness about the legalisation of pepper spray for self-defence purposes in the United Kingdom. The site provides:

• Information about self-defence options and relevant legislation
• A platform for public opinion on pepper spray legalisation
• News and updates related to personal safety and self-defence
• Educational content about crime prevention and personal security

3. User Submissions and Responses

When you submit a response through our form, you agree that:

• The information you provide is accurate and truthful
• You are over 18 years of age or have parental consent
• Your submission may be displayed publicly after email verification
• We may use aggregated, anonymised data for campaign purposes
• You will not submit offensive, defamatory, or inappropriate content

4. Intellectual Property

The service and its original content, features and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of Pepper-Spray.uk and its licensors. The service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws.

5. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs your use of the Site, to understand our practices regarding the collection and use of your personal information.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Pepper-Spray.uk uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site usage, and support our campaign efforts. By using our website, you acknowledge and consent to our use of cookies as described below:

6.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality, including session management and security features
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous statistical data
• Preference Cookies: Remember your choices and settings to enhance your user experience
• Campaign Tracking Cookies: Monitor the effectiveness of our advocacy campaigns and measure engagement

6.2 Data Collection Through Cookies

When you consent to cookies, we may collect comprehensive information including but not limited to:

• IP address and approximate geographic location
• Browser type, version, and operating system
• Device information (screen resolution, device type)
• Website usage patterns and page visit duration
• Referral sources and campaign tracking parameters
• Time zone and language preferences
• Session duration and interaction patterns

6.3 Purpose of Data Collection

We collect this information to:

• Improve website functionality and user experience
• Analyze campaign effectiveness and public engagement
• Generate statistical reports for advocacy purposes
• Understand our audience demographics and interests
• Enhance security and prevent abuse
• Comply with legal requirements and demonstrate public support

6.4 Cookie Consent Management

You have control over cookie usage on our website:

• Accept All: Consent to all cookies and comprehensive data collection
• Deny: Only essential cookies for basic functionality will be used
• You can modify your browser settings to block or delete cookies at any time
• Denying cookies may limit some website features and personalization

6.5 Data Retention and Storage

Cookie consent preferences and associated data are stored securely and retained for campaign analysis and legal compliance purposes. We maintain detailed records of consent choices to demonstrate transparency and accountability in our data practices.

7. Prohibited Uses

You may not use our service:

• For any unlawful purpose or to solicit others to take unlawful actions
• To violate any international, federal, provincial, or state regulations or laws
• To transmit, or procure the sending of, any advertising or promotional material without our prior written consent
• To impersonate or attempt to impersonate another person or entity
• To harass, abuse, insult, harm, defame, slander, disparage, intimidate, or discriminate

7. Email Communications

By submitting your email address, you consent to receive:

• Verification emails for your submissions
• Occasional updates about the campaign (you may unsubscribe at any time)
• Important notices regarding changes to our terms or privacy policy

8. Disclaimer

The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Pepper-Spray.uk makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability of the website or the information contained on the website.

9. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Pepper-Spray.uk, nor its directors, employees, partners, agents, suppliers, or affiliates, be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from your use of the service.

10. Governing Law

These Terms shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of England and Wales, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will try to provide at least 30 days notice prior to any new terms taking effect.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Website: www.pepper-spray.uk