Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2/9/2025
Last Updated: 2/9/2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Imperfect Art ("we," "us," or "our"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you interact with our website, workshops, or marketing communications.

By using our services, you agree to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree, please refrain from using our services.

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

A. Information You Provide to Us

• Contact details: Name, email address, and phone number (e.g., when signing up for workshops or newsletters).

• Payment details: We process payments securely through third-party providers (e.g., Stripe or PayPal). We do not store credit card information.

• Workshop preferences: Any details you provide regarding your interests in our events.

B. Information We Collect Automatically

• Cookies & Tracking Technologies: Our website collects data such as pages visited, time spent, referring website, and device information via Google Analytics & Facebook Pixel.

• Social Media Interactions: If you engage with our ads or pages on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok, we may receive anonymized interaction data.

3. How We Use Your Information (Lawful Basis)

We process your data under the following lawful bases as required by the UK GDPR:

✅ Contractual Necessity: To provide workshops, process payments, and send confirmation emails.
✅ Legitimate Interest: To improve our services, optimize our marketing, and personalize your experience.
✅ Consent: To send you promotional emails (which you can opt out of anytime).
✅ Legal Obligation: To comply with tax, legal, or regulatory requirements.

4. Marketing & Communications

We may send you emails about:

• Upcoming workshops, special offers, and creative tips.

• Changes to our services or policies.

📩 Opt-Out Option: You can unsubscribe from our emails at any time by clicking "unsubscribe" or emailing [Insert Contact Email].

5. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share it with trusted third parties:

• Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal) to process transactions securely.

• Marketing platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Google Ads) for targeted advertising.

• Legal authorities if required by law.

We ensure these partners comply with GDPR & UK Data Protection laws.

6. Data Security & Retention

🔒 Security Measures: We implement SSL encryption and other security measures to protect your data.
📁 Data Retention: We keep your data only as long as necessary to fulfill our services or comply with legal requirements.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR & UK Data Protection Law

You have the right to:

• Access the data we hold about you.

• Request correction if your data is inaccurate.

• Request deletion ("right to be forgotten").

• Withdraw consent for marketing at any time.

📧 To exercise your rights, contact: [Insert Email].

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

• Improve website functionality.

• Measure ad performance on Facebook & Instagram.

• Personalize content and recommendations.

🔹 Your Choice: You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.

9. Liability Disclaimer

• While we take all reasonable steps to protect your data, we cannot guarantee 100% security against cyberattacks or breaches.

• We are not liable for data misuse caused by third-party service providers (e.g., Facebook, Google, Stripe).

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. If changes occur, we will notify you by:

• Posting the updated version on our website.

• Sending an email notification (if applicable).

11. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or requests:
📧 Email: linda@imperfectart.co.uk
🌍 Website: www.imperfectart.co.uk