Privacy Policy & Safe-Harbor Disclaimers
Core Operating Ethos: The Buffer Protocol operates as an independent, educational publisher. We do not run third-party tracking pixels, advertising networks, or data-brokering agreements. We collect only what is mechanically required to deliver requested resources or fulfill course access.
1. Privacy Policy & Data Handling (UK GDPR)
This section outlines how personal data is handled across TheBufferProtocol.com and its associated subdomains under the UK Data Protection Act 2018 and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
1.1 Information Collected
We process only two forms of data:
- Direct Opt-In Information: When you request the free Household Audit & Buffer Blueprint (PDF) or subscribe to operational updates, we record your email address and any first name provided.
- Transactional Information: If you purchase access to our masterclasses or workbooks via our teaching platform (learn.thebufferprotocol.com), your payment is processed by compliant third-party payment processors (Stripe/PayPal). We never store, process, or see your full credit or debit card numbers on our servers.
1.2 Lawful Basis for Processing
We process your data strictly under two lawful bases:
- Consent: When you provide your email address to receive the free audit tool or educational emails. You can withdraw this consent instantly via the unsubscribe link in any email.
- Contractual Necessity: To deliver customer account credentials, course access, and administrative transaction receipts.
1.3 Third-Party Processors & Infrastructure
We utilize carefully selected infrastructure providers to maintain fast, secure services:
- Email Dispatch: AWeber (manages subscriber records, delivery, and automated opt-outs).
- Course Platform: Teachery (manages user logins, lesson progression, and course access).
- Video Delivery: Bunny.net (privacy-focused CDN video hosting without behavioural ad tracking).
- Web Hosting: Static file storage on secure, encrypted servers.
1.4 Zero Cookie Tracking & No Data Sales
The front-end website at TheBufferProtocol.com does not set marketing cookies, cross-site profiling trackers, or invasive web beacons. We never sell, rent, monetize, or trade subscriber contact details with external commercial vendors.
1.5 Your Data Rights
Under UK data protection laws, you retain the right to request access to the data we hold on you, request correction of inaccurate records, or request complete erasure of your record ("the right to be forgotten"). Direct all data inquiries to: desk@thebufferprotocol.com.
2. Safe-Harbor Disclaimers
Technical Warning: The procedures, calculations, schematics, and storage guides published on this platform require strict personal diligence, hygiene standards, and mechanical safety. Read the following risk disclosures carefully before implementing any system.
2.1 Educational & Informational Purposes Only
All content, video lessons, audio guides, schematics, and spreadsheets provided across The Buffer Protocol are published strictly for educational, informational, and research purposes. Nothing on this website constitutes professional engineering, licensed electrical contracting, municipal civil defense directives, legal counsel, or certified clinical nutritional advice.
2.2 Food Preservation, Storage & Spoilage Risks
Food storage mechanics involve biological systems. While our models provide mathematical guidelines for oxygen-absorber sizing, mylar barrier performance, and moisture mitigation, environmental variables (such as ambient room temperatures, humidity swings, seal imperfections, and rodent intrusions) remain outside our control.
- Inspection Obligation: You bear sole responsibility for verifying the integrity of any food preserved in your home before consumption. If a container exhibits off-odors, mold, cloudiness, abnormal discoloration, or container swelling, discard it immediately.
- Pathogen Prevention: High-risk anaerobic pathogens (such as Clostridium botulinum) thrive in improperly processed, low-acid environments. The user is strictly responsible for adhering to established government food safety guidelines and validated preservation manuals.
2.3 Electrical Systems, Batteries & Fire Safety
Discussions regarding low-voltage DC power circuits (such as 12V sealed lead-acid or Lithium Iron Phosphate / LiFePO4 battery banks) describe bench-tested configurations for informational reference.
- Direct-current battery circuits can deliver massive fault currents if short-circuited, posing severe fire, burn, and thermal runaway hazards.
- Users must implement appropriate inline fusing, correct wire gauges matched to ampacity ratings, proper battery terminal insulation, and adequate ventilation to prevent outgassing.
- Consult a certified electrician or qualified electrical technician if you are unsure about wiring, polarity, or load balancing. The Buffer Protocol assumes no liability for damage to connected equipment, batteries, or domestic property.
2.4 Water Sanitation & Filtration Thresholds
Guides discussing mechanical gravity filtration (such as 0.1-micron hollow-fibre membranes or ceramic elements) exclude bacteria and protozoan cysts based on physical pore dimensions. They do not remove dissolved chemical contaminants, heavy metals, or viruses unless combined with appropriate chemical treatment (e.g., sodium hypochlorite dosing) or specialized purification media. The user is solely responsible for verifying source water safety.
2.5 Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted under UK and applicable international law, Steve Toms, The Buffer Protocol, and its affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from the implementation, reliance upon, or misapplication of any information, formulas, or products presented on this site.
3. Legal & Governance Contact
For inquiries regarding privacy governance, licensing rights, or technical corrections, contact:
The Buffer Protocol
Attn: Steve Toms (Systems Research & Author)
Poole, Dorset, United Kingdom
Email: desk@thebufferprotocol.com
Platform Hub: SteveTomsAuthor.com