Privacy Policy

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Hex Tattoo Studio respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This privacy statement explains how we collect, use, and protect your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the UK Data Protection Act.

1. What Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal information when you visit our studio, website, or social media channels, or contact us for a consultation:

• Name
• Contact details (email address, phone number)
• Tattoo preferences (design ideas, placement, size)
• Health information (related to tattoo suitability, allergies, or medical conditions)
• Payment details (for deposits and payments)
• Images of tattoos (for portfolio and marketing purposes, only with your consent)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to provide our tattoo services effectively. Specifically, we use your data to:

• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Create a personalised tattoo experience
• Comply with health and safety regulations
• Process payments
• Maintain accurate records of tattoo procedures
• Share portfolio images on our website or social media (with your explicit consent)

3. Sharing Your Information

We will not sell, trade, or share your personal information with any third parties unless:

• Required by law (e.g., regulatory requirements, public safety, or law enforcement)
• You provide explicit consent (e.g., for sharing images of your tattoo)
• Necessary to complete your transaction (e.g., with payment processors)

4. How We Protect Your Information

We implement strict security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, misuse, or disclosure. Your information is stored securely and only accessible by authorised personnel.

5. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: You can ask us to correct or update any inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal information under certain conditions.
• Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data in certain circumstances (e.g., for marketing purposes).
• Right to Withdraw Consent: If you have given consent for us to use your information, you can withdraw it at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

6. How Long We Keep Your Information

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal obligations. Tattoo records are kept for health and safety purposes for at least 3 years.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about how we handle your personal information, or if you’d like to exercise your rights under the GDPR, please get in touch:

• Phone: 01423 638515 
• Address: 15B Bower Rd, Harrogate HG1 1BE 

8. Changes to this Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect legal requirements or changes in our practices. Any updates will be posted on our website.