Privacy and Cookies Notice for the Listen2Baby Toolkit
This notice explains how we collect and use personal information when you use the Listen2Baby Toolkit (https://listen2babytoolkit.npeu.ox.ac.uk/).
The Toolkit is developed and maintained by the National Perinatal Epidemiology Unit (NPEU), part of the Nuffield Department of Women’s & Reproductive Health (NDWRH), University of Oxford.
Who we are
For the purposes of data protection legislation, the University of Oxford is the data controller for personal data collected through this website.
If you have any questions about this notice or how your data is used, please contact:
Email: Listen2Baby@npeu.ox.ac.uk
What information we collect
We may collect and process the following information:
- Account information: such as your name, email address, and login details where you have access to the member-only area
- Usage information: information about how you use the Toolkit, collected using analytics tools
- Technical information: such as IP address, browser type, and device information
How we use your information
We use your information to:
- Provide and manage access to the Toolkit
- Maintain the security and performance of the website
- Understand how the Toolkit is used and improve its content and functionality
Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. We use cookies to ensure the website functions correctly and to help us understand how it is used.
| Cookie | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joomla session cookies | Maintain your session and enable login to the member-only area | Essential | Session |
| Matomo analytics cookies | Collect anonymised information about how visitors use the site | Analytics | Up to 13 months |
| Cookie notice preference | Stores your cookie consent preferences | Essential | Typically 1 year |
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings.
Analytics
We use Matomo analytics to collect information about how the Toolkit is used. This helps us improve the site.
Where possible, analytics data is anonymised and is not used to identify individuals.
Managing analytics cookies
We use Matomo analytics to understand how the Toolkit is used and to help improve it.
If you are logged in, analytics data may be associated with your user account and organisation to support evaluation and development of the Toolkit.
You can choose to opt out of analytics tracking at any time using the option below:
If you opt out, a cookie will be set on your device to remember your preference.
Lawful basis for processing
We process personal data on the following lawful bases:
- Legitimate interests: to operate, maintain and improve the Toolkit
- Public task: where processing is necessary for research and service delivery purposes
Data sharing
We do not sell your personal data. Data may be processed by trusted service providers supporting the operation of this website, in accordance with data protection requirements.
Data retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or to meet legal and regulatory requirements.
Your rights
You have rights under data protection law, including the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request erasure of your data, where appropriate
- Object to or restrict processing in certain circumstances
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details above.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
Changes to this notice
We may update this notice from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.
This notice was last updated on 30 April 2026.