Privacy policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Paul LaVey ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website, use our contact form, or interact with our social media links. By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: When you use the contact form, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and any other details you provide.

  • Images: If you upload images via the contact form, we collect and store these files to assess your tattoo inquiry or request.

  • Technical Data: We may collect information about your device, browser, IP address, and browsing behaviour through cookies or analytics tools.

  • Social Media: If you click on links to our social media profiles (e.g., Instagram, Facebook), we do not collect any additional personal information unless you interact with those platforms directly. Please review the privacy policies of those platforms for more information.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To respond to your inquiries or requests submitted through the contact form.

  • To assess and process tattoo design ideas or concepts you share via uploaded images.

  • To improve our website and services based on your feedback and interactions.

  • To connect with you on social media platforms if you choose to engage with us there.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: By submitting the contact form or uploading images, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this policy.

  • Legitimate Interest: We may process your data to improve our services and respond to your inquiries effectively.

4. Sharing Your Information

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

  • With trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website or conducting our business, provided they agree to keep your information confidential.

  • If required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Uploaded images and contact form submissions will be deleted once they are no longer needed for your inquiry or project.

6. Your Rights

Under data protection laws, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

  • Correction: You can ask us to correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.

  • Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal data, subject to certain legal obligations.

  • Withdraw Consent: If you have provided consent for us to process your data, you can withdraw it at any time.

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

7. Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. However, no internet transmission or storage system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to third-party social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook). These platforms have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices. We encourage you to review their policies before providing any personal information.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us here.