Definitions and interpretation

In this Privacy Policy, the following definitions are used:

  • Bellaboo Studio Limited (Bellaboo Studio, also referred to as ‘we’ or ‘us’ within this document) – a company incorporated in England and Wales (company registration number: 11281277)
  • data – collectively all the information that you submit to Bellaboo Studio via our website. This definition incorporates, where applicable, the definitions provided in the Data Protection Act 1998
  • cookies – a small text file placed on your computer by this website when you visit certain pages and/or when you use certain features. Details of the cookies we use are set out in the clause below (Cookies)
  • GDPR – the General Data Protection Regulation 2018 (please see https://ico.org.uk for more information)
  • UK and EU Cookie Law – the Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003 as amended by the Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) (Amendment) Regulations 2011 (please see https://ico.org.uk for more information)
  • ‘user’ or ‘you’ – any third party that accesses the website and is not either (i) employed by Bellaboo Studio and acting in the course of their employment or (ii) engaged as a consultant or otherwise providing services to Bellaboo Studio and accessing the website in connection with the provision of such services website – the website that you are currently using (www.bellaboostudio.co.uk) and any sub-domains of these sites, unless expressly excluded by their own terms and conditions.

Unless the context requires a different interpretation:

  • the singular includes the plural and vice versa
  • a reference to a person includes firms, companies, government entities, trusts, and partnerships
  • “including” is understood to mean “including without limitation”.
  • reference to any statutory provision includes any modification or amendment of it.

Policy scope

This Privacy Policy applies only to the actions of Bellaboo Studio and users with respect to this website. It does not extend to any websites that can be accessed from this website including, but not limited to, any links we may provide to social media websites and applications.

The Data we collect and how we use it
We do not collect any unique information about you, except when you specifically and knowingly provide such information, such as when you register to receive our e-mail newsletter, or ask to hear more about specific projects.

The Data we collect from you includes:

  • name(s)
  • contact information, such as telephone numbers, email, and postal addresses.

We collect this Data to share information that may be of legitimate interest to you, such as:

  • email newsletters
  • news on specific projects that you’ve signed up for
  • seasonal messages and greetings.

Data may also be used by us, from time to time, for the following reasons:

  • internal record keeping
  • processing enquiries

We will retain the Data you submit for 2 years.

Unless we are obliged or permitted by law to do so, and subject to any third-party disclosures specifically set out in this policy (see Third party websites and services section below), your Data will not be disclosed to third parties.

All personal Data is stored securely in accordance with the principles of the Data Protection Act 1998. For more details on security see the clause below (Security).

Third party websites and services

The information you provide to us will not be shared with any other entity or organisation, without your clear consent, apart from our service providers who operate our newsletters, emails, and website. Any Data used by such parties is used only to the extent required by them to perform the services that we request. Any use for other purposes is strictly prohibited. Furthermore, any Data that is processed by third parties will be handled within the terms of this Privacy Policy and in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.

We won’t use the Data submitted by you via our website for any other purpose, and we will not pass your contact details to any third party for marketing purposes.

If you require a full list of suppliers that may have access to your personal Data, then please email the data controller at Bellaboo Studio at hello@bellaboostudio.co.uk or write to us.

Links to other websites

Our website has links to the websites of some of our clients, companies, or individuals we work with, or have worked with. We have no control over such websites and are not responsible for their content and this Privacy Policy does not extend to your use of them.

Functionality of the website

To use all features and functions available on the website, you may be required to submit certain Data. You may restrict your internet browser’s use of cookies. For more information see the ‘Cookies’ section below.

Accessing your own Data

You have the right to ask for a copy of any of your personal Data held by Bellaboo Studio (referred to as a Subject Access Request), where such Data is held, on payment of a small fee, which will not exceed £10.

If you would like to make a Subject Access Request, then please contact the data controller at Bellaboo Studio by email at hello@bellaboostudio.co.uk.

Security

Data security is of great importance to Bellaboo Studio and to protect your Data we have put in place suitable physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure Data collected via our website.

Cookies

When you use our website to browse our services and view the information, we make available, a number of cookies are used by us and by third parties to:

  • allow functionality.
  • collect useful information about visitors.
  • help to make your user experience better.

Before the website places cookies on your computer, you will be presented with a message bar requesting your consent to set those cookies. By giving your consent to the placing of cookies, you are enabling Bellaboo Studio to provide a better experience and service to you.

All cookies used by this website are used in accordance with current UK and EU Cookie Law.

  • Analytical/performance cookies – Our website uses Google Analytics as a service to analyse the use of our website. The information generated by the cookie about your use of the website (including your IP address) will be transmitted to and stored by Google. You can opt out of being tracked by Google Analytics using the information provided below.
  • Flag cookies – They allow us to recognise if we’ve notified you about our cookie and privacy policy.

Opting out of cookies

By default, most internet browsers accept cookies, but this can be changed. You can choose to enable or disable cookies in your internet browser using the following links, however certain features may not function fully or as intended:

You can choose to delete cookies at any time; however, you may lose any information that enables you to access the website more quickly and efficiently including, but not limited to, personalisation settings.

It is recommended that you ensure that your internet browser is up-to-date and that you consult the help and guidance provided by the developer of your internet browser if you are unsure about adjusting your privacy settings.

General

You may not transfer any of your rights under this Privacy Policy to any other person. We may transfer our rights under this Privacy Policy where we reasonably believe your rights will not be affected.

If any court or competent authority finds that any provision of this Privacy Policy (or part of any provision) is invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, that provision or part-provision will, to the extent required, be deemed to be deleted, and the validity and enforceability of the other provisions of this Privacy Policy will not be affected.

Unless otherwise agreed, no delay, act, or omission by a party in exercising any right or remedy will be deemed a waiver of that, or any other, right or remedy.

This Policy will be governed by and interpreted according to the law of England and Wales. All disputes arising under the Policy will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English and Welsh courts.

Your rights as a data subject

By law, you can ask us what information we hold about you, and if it is inaccurate, you can ask us to correct it. If we have asked for your consent to process your personal data, you may withdraw that consent at any time.

  • If we are processing your personal data for reasons of consent or to fulfil a contract, you can ask us to give you a copy of the information in a machine-readable format so that you can transfer it to another provider.
  • If we are processing your personal data for reasons of consent or legitimate interest, you can request that your data be erased.
  • You have the right to ask us to stop using your information for a period of time if you believe we are not doing so lawfully.
  • In some circumstances you can ask us not to reach decisions affecting you using automated processing or profiling.
  • To submit a request regarding your personal data, please contact us.

Your right to complain

If you have a complaint about our use of your information, we would prefer you to contact us directly in the first instance so that we can address your complaint. You may contact the data controller at Bellaboo Studio by email at hello@bellaboostudio.co.uk or by writing to Bellaboo Studio Ltd. 41 South Parade, Harbury, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV33 9JE.

You can also contact the Information Commissioner’s Office via their website at www.ico.org.uk/concerns or write to them at: Information Commissioner’s Office, Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5AF.

Changes to this Policy

We regularly review and, if appropriate, update this Privacy Policy from time to time, and as our services and use of personal Data evolves, or if we are required to by law. Any changes will be immediately posted on the website, and you are deemed to have accepted the terms of the Privacy Policy on your first use of the website following the alterations.

If we want to make use of your personal data in a way that we haven’t previously identified, we will contact you to provide information about this and, if necessary, to ask for your consent.

We will update the version number and date of this document each time it is changed.

Further information

Please contact us if you need further information. We are not required to have a data protection officer, so any enquiries about our use of your personal data should be addressed to us at hello@bellaboostudio.co.uk.