Privacy Policy

Last updated: 04/10/2026

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect personal information when you visit this website or contact me through the site’s contact form. I am committed to respecting your privacy and complying with UK GDPR and all applicable data‑protection laws.

2. Information I Collect

A. Information you provide directly

When you use the contact form, you may provide:

  • Your name

  • Your email address

  • Your message or enquiry

This information is used solely to respond to your enquiry or to communicate with you about performances or collaborations.

B. Automatic data collected through Squarespace

Squarespace, which hosts this website, automatically collects limited technical information such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Basic site usage analytics (page views, traffic patterns)

  • Essential cookies required for the site to function

These are standard website operations and do not identify you personally unless you submit your details through the contact form.

(See the Cookies Policy for more detail.)

3. How Your Information Is Used

I use your information to:

  • Respond to enquiries sent through the contact form

  • Communicate with you about performances, collaborations, or other professional matters

  • Maintain and improve the website’s functionality and security

I do not use your information for marketing unless you explicitly request or consent to it.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (UK GDPR)

I process personal data under one or more of the following legal bases:

  • Consent — when you submit the contact form

  • Legitimate interests — to operate and improve the website

  • Contractual necessity — when responding to enquiries related to bookings or professional engagements

5. Sharing Your Information

I do not sell or share your personal information. Your data may be shared only with:

  • Squarespace, as the hosting provider

  • Email service providers (e.g., Gmail) when I reply to your enquiry

These providers process data only as necessary to deliver their services and are bound by their own privacy policies.

6. Data Retention

I keep personal data only for as long as necessary to respond to your enquiry or to fulfil any professional communication. Emails may be retained for record‑keeping or contractual purposes.

7. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data I hold about you

  • Request corrections

  • Request deletion

  • Withdraw consent

  • Object to processing

  • Request data portability

To exercise any of these rights, contact me at [your email address].

8. Security

I take reasonable steps to protect your personal information. However, no online service can guarantee complete security.

9. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact: contact@snurseviolin.com