Privacy policy
This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal information when you engage with my graphic design and photography services or visit my website.
I am committed to handling your data responsibly and transparently, in accordance with UK data protection legislation.
1. Who I Am
I am a freelance creative consultant, designer and photographer operating in the United Kingdom.
For the purposes of data protection law, I am the “data controller” of any personal information you provide.
Where required, I am registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and pay the applicable data protection fee.
If you have any questions about this policy or your data, you can contact me directly via the details provided on my website.
2. What Information I Collect
Depending on how we work together, I may collect:
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Your name
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Business name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Billing address
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Project details and correspondence
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Photographs (where applicable)
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Website analytics data (such as IP address, browser type, and usage behaviour)
I only collect information that is necessary for providing my services or responding to enquiries.
3. How I Use Your Information
Your information may be used to:
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Respond to enquiries
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Provide and manage services
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Prepare proposals and contracts
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Issue invoices and process payments
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Deliver project files
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Maintain records for legal and accounting purposes
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Improve website performance and user experience
I will never sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, I rely on one or more of the following lawful bases:
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Contract – where processing is necessary to deliver agreed services
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Legal obligation – for tax, accounting, or regulatory requirements
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Legitimate interests – for business administration and communication
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Consent – where you have explicitly agreed (for example, marketing communications, if applicable)
5. Photography & Image Use
Where photography services are provided:
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Images may contain identifiable individuals.
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Usage rights and permissions will be agreed in writing.
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I will not use identifiable images for promotional purposes without appropriate consent, where required.
Clients are responsible for obtaining any necessary permissions from individuals featured in commissioned work, unless otherwise agreed.
6. Data Storage & Security
Your data is stored securely using appropriate technical and organisational measures.
This may include secure cloud storage, password-protected devices, and reputable third-party service providers (such as accounting software or email platforms).
I take reasonable steps to protect your data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.
7. Data Retention
I retain personal data only for as long as necessary, including:
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For the duration of our working relationship
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To comply with legal, tax, or accounting obligations
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To resolve disputes
When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted.
8. Third-Party Services
I may use trusted third-party providers to support my business operations, such as:
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Website hosting providers
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Cloud storage platforms
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Accounting software
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Online galleries (for photography delivery)
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Analytics tools
These providers process data in accordance with their own privacy policies and applicable data protection laws.
9. Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
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Access the personal data I hold about you
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Request correction of inaccurate data
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Request erasure of your data (where legally permissible)
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Restrict or object to certain processing
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Request transfer of your data
To exercise any of these rights, please contact me directly.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office if you believe your data has been handled improperly.
10. Cookies & Website Data
My website may use cookies or analytics tools to improve functionality and understand how visitors use the site.
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.
11. Updates to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or business practices.
The latest version will always be available on my website.