Website Terms and Conditions
donetechguides.com
Last updated: February 2026
IMPORTANT NOTICE: These Terms and Conditions contain important limitations on liability and disclaimers regarding the nature of the content published on this website. Please read them carefully before using this site. By accessing or using donetechguides.com, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use this website.
1. About This Website
1.1 donetechguides.com (“the Website”) is owned and operated by Stephen Dunn, trading as DoneTechGuides (“we”, “us”, “our”).
1.2 The Website provides free educational articles, blog posts, and downloadable guides on topics including cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and digital technology, aimed at small business owners, charity leaders, and non-technical professionals.
1.3 Any queries regarding these Terms and Conditions may be directed to: info@donetechguides.com.
2. Acceptance of Terms
2.1 By accessing or using this Website, you confirm that you accept these Terms and Conditions and agree to comply with them.
2.2 We reserve the right to amend these Terms and Conditions at any time. Continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms. The date of the most recent revision is shown at the top of this page.
3. Nature of Content — Educational and Informational Purposes Only
Please read this section carefully. It defines the nature and limitations of everything published on this Website.
3.1 All content published on donetechguides.com — including articles, blog posts, guides, downloadable resources, newsletters, and any other materials (“Content”) — is provided for general educational and informational purposes only.
3.2 The Content is intended to increase general awareness and understanding of technology-related topics among non-technical audiences. It is not intended to constitute, and should not be relied upon as:
- Professional cybersecurity advice or consultancy
- Legal advice, including advice on compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, or any other legislation
- Financial, accounting, or business advice
- IT support, technical support, or system-specific guidance
- Any other form of regulated professional advice
3.3 The cybersecurity, technology, and AI landscape changes rapidly. While we make reasonable efforts to ensure Content is accurate and up to date at the time of publication, we cannot guarantee that any information remains current, complete, or applicable to your specific circumstances at the time you read it.
3.4 You should always seek qualified professional advice tailored to your specific situation before making decisions based on anything published on this Website. If you require professional cybersecurity consultancy, technology advice, or data protection guidance, we recommend you engage a qualified specialist.
4. No Consultancy Relationship
4.1 Nothing in the Content published on this Website, and nothing arising from your use of this Website, creates or implies a consultancy, advisory, contractual, or professional relationship of any kind between you and DoneTechGuides, or between you and Stephen Dunn.
4.2 Accessing, reading, downloading, or acting upon any Content on this Website does not constitute the engagement of consultancy services and does not give rise to any duty of care on our part beyond that which applies to published educational content generally.
4.3 If you wish to engage professional technology consultancy services, these are offered separately through our consultancy business at dunn-it.com, under separate terms and conditions applicable to those services.
5. Limitation of Liability
5.1 To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, we exclude all liability for any loss or damage arising directly or indirectly from your use of, or reliance on, any Content published on this Website, including but not limited to:
- Any financial loss, business loss, loss of data, or reputational damage
- Any cyber incident, data breach, ransomware attack, phishing attack, or other security event occurring despite your having read or followed guidance on this Website
- Any regulatory fine, penalty, or enforcement action arising from non-compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, or any other legislation
- Any loss arising from decisions made in reliance on information that was accurate at the time of publication but has since become outdated
- Any indirect, consequential, or special loss of any nature
5.2 Nothing in these Terms and Conditions excludes or limits our liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, or any other matter which cannot be excluded or limited under English law.
5.3 Where we link to third-party websites or resources, we accept no responsibility for the content, accuracy, or availability of those external sites.
6. Cybersecurity Content — Specific Disclaimer
6.1 Cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and best practice guidance evolve continuously. Guidance that was considered adequate at the time of publication may become insufficient as new threats emerge.
6.2 Any cybersecurity-related Content on this Website represents general awareness information only. It does not constitute a security audit, vulnerability assessment, penetration test, or formal cybersecurity review of your systems or organisation.
6.3 Implementing the general guidance described in our Content does not guarantee protection against cyber threats and should not be treated as a substitute for professional cybersecurity assessment, incident response planning, or specialist technical implementation.
6.4 We strongly recommend that organisations seek advice from a qualified cybersecurity professional for matters relating to their specific systems and security posture.
7. Data Protection and UK GDPR Content — Specific Disclaimer
7.1 Any Content relating to data protection, the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, or related legislation is provided for general awareness only and does not constitute legal advice.
7.2 Data protection obligations vary depending on the nature, size, and activities of your organisation. You should not rely solely on Content published on this Website to assess or discharge your legal obligations under data protection law.
7.3 We recommend you consult a qualified solicitor or data protection specialist, and refer to guidance published by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk, for advice specific to your circumstances.
8. Mailing List and Downloadable Resources
8.1 We offer a free mailing list and downloadable resources in exchange for your email address. By subscribing, you consent to receiving periodic emails from DoneTechGuides containing guides, articles, and related content.
8.2 You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link included in every email we send.
8.3 We process your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which is available at https://donetechguides.com/privacy-policy/. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
8.4 All downloadable resources are subject to the same informational and liability limitations set out in Sections 3, 4, and 5 of these Terms.
9. Intellectual Property
9.1 All Content published on this Website, including text, images, graphics, guides, and downloadable resources, is owned by or licensed to DoneTechGuides and is protected by United Kingdom copyright law.
9.2 You may share links to Content on this Website and may download resources for your own personal or internal business use. You may not reproduce, republish, sell, or distribute Content — in whole or in part — without our prior written consent.
10. Governing Law
10.1 These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.
10.2 Any disputes arising in connection with these Terms and Conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
11. Contact
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
DoneTechGuides
info@donetechguides.com
For professional consultancy enquiries, please visit dunn-it.com.