Privacy Policy Angharad Wyn Ceremonies – www.ceremonies.wales

Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 9 January 2025

Angharad Wyn Ceremonies ("we," "our," or "us") values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website (www.ceremonies.wales), hosted on Squarespace, and use our services.

By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

a. Information You Provide Directly:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Event details (e.g., dates, venues, personal preferences, and other information necessary for our services)

  • Any other details you choose to share through contact forms, emails, or consultations.

b. Automatically Collected Information:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Website usage data (via Squarespace analytics and cookies)

c. Cookies:

Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience and provide analytics. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may affect functionality.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • To respond to inquiries and provide celebrant services.

  • To schedule and manage bookings.

  • To improve our website and user experience.

  • To comply with legal obligations.

  • For marketing purposes (only with your explicit consent). 

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Squarespace or third-party tools used for website hosting, analytics, and email communication.

  • Legal Compliance: If required by law or in response to valid legal requests from UK authorities.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services or comply with legal obligations. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us at angharadwyn@ceremonies.wales

5. Your Rights

As a resident of the United Kingdom, you have the following rights under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR):

  • Access your personal data.

  • Request corrections to inaccurate data.

  • Request deletion of your data.

  • Object to or restrict the processing of your data.

  • Withdraw consent for data processing.

  • Data portability, where applicable.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at angharadwyn@ceremonies.wales

6. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and the "Last Updated" date will be revised. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:

Angharad Wyn Ceremonies
Email: angharadwyn@ceremonies.wales

United Kingdom

GDPR Compliance Statement
Last Updated: 9 January 2025

At Angharad Wyn Ceremonies, we are committed to ensuring the privacy and protection of the personal data of our clients, website visitors, and other individuals with whom we interact. This statement outlines our adherence to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and our practices for handling personal data responsibly.

 

1. Who We Are

Angharad Wyn Ceremonies provides celebrant services to clients in the United Kingdom. For the purposes of GDPR, we act as the data controller when collecting and processing personal data. Our contact details are:

Angharad Wyn Ceremonies
Email: angharadwyn@ceremonies.wales

United Kingdom

 

2. Our Commitment to GDPR

We comply with the principles of GDPR, ensuring that personal data is:

  • Processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently.

  • Collected for specific, explicit, and legitimate purposes.

  • Relevant, adequate, and limited to what is necessary.

  • Accurate and kept up to date.

  • Stored only as long as necessary.

  • Processed securely to maintain confidentiality and integrity.

 

3. Personal Data We Collect

We collect and process personal data necessary for providing our services, including but not limited to:

  • Contact details (e.g., name, email, phone number).

  • Event details (e.g., dates, venues, and preferences).

  • Any additional information you provide to us during consultations or through our website.

 

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

  • Consent: When you provide explicit consent for us to use your information (e.g., signing up for updates or marketing).

  • Contractual Necessity: To provide services you have requested or entered into an agreement for.

  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable legal requirements.

  • Legitimate Interests: For purposes such as improving services, marketing (with your consent), and responding to inquiries.

 

5. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject, you have the following rights under GDPR:

  • Right to Access: Request details of the personal data we hold about you.

  • Right to Rectification: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Request deletion of your data when it is no longer necessary for the purposes collected.

  • Right to Restriction: Restrict processing of your data under certain circumstances.

  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

  • Right to Object: Object to the processing of your data for certain purposes, such as direct marketing.

  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time, where consent is the legal basis for processing.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at angharadwyn@ceremonies.wales

 

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by legal obligations. When no longer needed, your data will be securely deleted.

 

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These measures include encryption, access controls, and secure data storage.

 

8. Third-Party Data Sharing

We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers, such as:

  • Squarespace: For website hosting and analytics.

  • Email or Booking Tools: For communication and scheduling.

We ensure all third parties comply with GDPR and protect your data. Your data will never be sold, rented, or shared for unrelated purposes.

 

9. International Data Transfers

As our website is hosted by Squarespace, which may involve data transfers outside the United Kingdom, we ensure that such transfers comply with GDPR through appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).

 

10. Data Breaches

In the event of a data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify affected individuals and the appropriate supervisory authority (e.g., the Information Commissioner’s Office in the UK) within 72 hours.

 

11. Contacting the ICO

If you are unhappy with how we process your data, you can lodge a complaint with the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
Website: www.ico.org.uk
Phone: 0303 123 1113

 

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this GDPR Statement or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

Angharad Wyn Ceremonies
Email: angharadwyn@ceremonies.wales