Privacy Policy
Website: www.totalweightmanagement.co.uk
Organisation: The Total Weight Management Institute (TWMI)
Effective Date: 01 February 2026
1. Introduction
The Total Weight Management Institute (TWMI) is a research centre dedicated to advancing understanding of weight and health as dynamic, evolving processes shaped by interactions among mind, body, behaviour, and environment. This Privacy Policy explains how information is handled when you visit our website.
We aim to comply with applicable data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
2. Personal Data Collection
TWMI does not actively collect personal data through this website. Specifically:
We do not request or store personal information from visitors.
3. Automatically Generated Technical Data
Basic technical information (such as IP address, browser type, and device information) may be temporarily processed by website hosting infrastructure for security, maintenance, and system operation. TWMI does not store or analyse this data for profiling or tracking.
4. Cookies
This website does not use tracking or marketing cookies. Essential technical cookies may be used by the hosting system solely for core website functionality and security.
5. External Links and Third-Party Services
This website contains links to external platforms where books and courses may be purchased. These external websites operate independently and may collect personal data according to their own privacy policies. TWMI is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or data handling of third-party websites.
Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those external platforms before providing personal information.
6. Data Sharing
TWMI does not sell, rent, or share personal data. Since we do not actively collect personal data, no personal information is transferred to third parties by TWMI.
7. Data Security
Reasonable technical and organisational measures are in place to protect website integrity and prevent unauthorised access. However, no internet transmission is completely secure.
8. Data Retention
TWMI does not retain personal data because no personal data is collected through this website.
9. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, individuals have rights relating to personal data. Since TWMI does not collect personal data via this website, these rights generally do not apply in this context. However, you may contact us for any privacy-related enquiries.
10. Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes.
11. Contact
The Total Weight Management Institute (TWMI)
Website: www.totalweightmanagement.co.uk
Email: info@totalweightmanagement.co.uk
Terms of Use
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using this website, you agree to comply with these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the website.
2. Purpose of the Website
The Total Weight Management Institute (TWMI) website is an informational and research platform. It introduces scientific research, theoretical perspectives, and evolving understanding related to weight, metabolism, and health.
TWMI views weight and health as outcomes of continuously changing processes shaped by interactions among mind, body, behaviour, and environment.
3. External Sales Links
This website may provide links to external platforms where books or educational courses are available for purchase. All transactions, payments, and user data processing occur entirely on those third-party platforms. TWMI is not responsible for their terms, pricing, delivery, or data practices.
4. Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including text, research materials, graphics, and conceptual frameworks, is the intellectual property of TWMI unless otherwise stated. Content may not be reproduced, distributed, or modified without prior written permission.
5. Permitted Use
You may:
You may not:
6. Accuracy of Information
TWMI aims to present accurate and current research information; however, scientific knowledge evolves. We do not guarantee completeness or absence of errors.
7. Limitation of Liability
TWMI shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from use of the website, reliance on its content, or interaction with third-party platforms.
8. Modifications
These Terms may be updated at any time. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of revised Terms.
9. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the United Kingdom.
10. Contact
The Total Weight Management Institute (TWMI)
Website: www.totalweightmanagement.co.uk
Email: info@totalweightmanagement.co.uk
Disclaimer
Educational and Research Purpose
The information on this website is provided for educational and research purposes. TWMI explores a process-based understanding of weight and health, integrating scientific evidence, systems thinking, and philosophical insight.
Content reflects evolving research perspectives and should not be interpreted as definitive or universally accepted conclusions.
Not Medical or Clinical Advice
Information on this website does not constitute medical, clinical, or professional health advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Always seek advice from qualified healthcare professionals regarding medical or health concerns.
Individual Variation
Weight, metabolism, and health are influenced by complex and dynamic interactions among biological, behavioural, cognitive, and environmental factors. Outcomes vary between individuals.
External Links
This website may reference or link to external research and commercial platforms. TWMI does not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, or practices of third-party content or services.
No Professional Relationship
Use of this website does not establish any professional, clinical, or advisory relationship between users and TWMI.
Limitation of Liability
TWMI shall not be responsible for any direct or indirect consequences resulting from the use or interpretation of information presented on this website.
Updates
Scientific understanding evolves. TWMI may update website content without prior notice.
Contact
The Total Weight Management Institute (TWMI)
Website: www.totalweightmanagement.co.uk
Email: info@totalweightmanagement.co.uk