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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Lewiston Studios Limited ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you use our services, visit our website, or engage with us in any other way.
We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Please read this policy carefully to understand how we handle your personal information.

Company Details

  • Company Name: Lewiston Studios Limited

  • Registered Address: The Nurseries Burnt House Lane, Bransgore, Christchurch, England, BH23 8AL

  • Contact Email: Hello@josephlewiston.co.uk

  • Data Controller: Joseph Lewiston

 
2. What Information We Collect
We collect the following types of personal data:
Personal Identifiable Information (PII):

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Postal address

  • Payment details (if applicable)

Media Content:

  • Photos, videos, or other content you provide or that we produce as part of our services.

Usage Data:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Information about how you use our website (e.g., pages viewed, links clicked)

 
3. How We Collect Information
We collect personal data in the following ways:

  • Directly from you: When you contact us, request a quote, enter into a contract with us, or provide content for media production.

  • Automatically: Through cookies and other tracking technologies when you visit our website.

 
4. Why We Collect Your Information
We process personal data for the following purposes:

  • To provide and manage our media production services.

  • To communicate with you about your projects, including updates and responding to queries.

  • For marketing purposes, where you have given your consent (e.g., newsletters or promotional offers).

  • To improve our website and tailor your online experience.

  • To comply with legal obligations and protect our legal rights.

 
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We rely on the following legal bases to process your personal data:

  • Consent: Where you have given clear consent for us to process your personal data for specific purposes (e.g., marketing).

  • Contractual Obligation: Where processing is necessary to perform a contract we have with you (e.g., media production services).

  • Legitimate Interests: Where processing is necessary for our legitimate interests and those interests do not override your privacy rights (e.g., improving our services).

  • Legal Obligation: Where we are legally required to process data (e.g., for tax purposes).

 
6. Who We Share Your Data With
We may share your personal data with the following:

  • Service Providers: Third-party companies that provide services on our behalf, such as web hosting, payment processors, or cloud storage providers.

  • Clients: If media content includes other participants or if the project requires sharing data.

  • Legal Authorities: If required to comply with a legal obligation or to protect our legal rights.

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
 
7. Data Security and Retention
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. This includes:

  • Encryption of sensitive information (e.g., payment details).

  • Secure servers and databases.

  • Restricted access to personal data.

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or to comply with legal obligations. Once the data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.
 
8. Your Data Rights
Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights concerning your personal data:

  • Right to Access: You can request a copy of your personal data.

  • Right to Rectification: You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your personal data, subject to certain conditions.

  • Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit the processing of your data under certain circumstances.

  • Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a portable format.

  • Right to Object: You can object to certain types of data processing, such as marketing.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@josephlewiston.co.uk
 
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files placed on your device to collect information about how you interact with our website.
Types of Cookies We Use:

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the functioning of the website.

  • Analytics Cookies: To collect data on website usage to improve performance.

  • Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver personalized content and advertising.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
 
10. International Data Transfers
If we transfer your personal data outside the UK, we will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in compliance with UK GDPR. This may include using contracts approved by the ICO or transferring data to countries with adequate data protection standards.
 
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and where appropriate, we will notify you via email or through our website. Please check back periodically to stay informed of updates.
 
12. How to Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy, please contact us at:

  • Email: hello@josephlewiston.co.uk

  • Phone: +44 7716 720 618

  • Postal Address: The Nurseries Burnt House Lane, Bransgore, Christchurch, England, BH23 8AL

You also have the right to file a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data protection rights have been violated.

 
Last Updated: Monday 30th September 2024

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