PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy applies between you, the User of this Website, and Studio Lee, the owner and provider of this Website. Studio Lee takes the privacy of your information very seriously. This Privacy Policy applies to our use of any and all Data collected by us or provided by you in relation to your use of the Website.

This Privacy Policy should be read alongside, and in addition to, our Terms and Conditions, which can be found at here

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully.

Definitions and Interpretation

In this Privacy Policy, the following definitions are used:

  • Data
    Collectively all information that you submit to Studio Lee via the Website. This definition incorporates, where applicable, the definitions provided in the Data Protection Laws.

  • Cookies
    A small text file placed on your computer by this Website when you visit certain parts of the Website and/or when you use certain features of the Website.

  • Data Protection Laws
    Any applicable law relating to the processing of personal Data, including but not limited to the GDPR and any national implementing and supplementary laws, regulations, and secondary legislation.

  • GDPR
    The UK General Data Protection Regulation.

  • Studio Lee, we, or us
    Studio Lee, a trading name of Lee Design Studio, registered in England and Wales with its registered office at 91 Princess Street, Manchester, England, M1 4HT.

  • UK and EU Cookie Law
    The Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003, as amended.

  • User or you
    Any third party that accesses the Website and is not either (i) employed by Studio Lee and acting in the course of their employment or (ii) engaged as a consultant or otherwise providing services to Studio Lee.

  • Website
    The website you are currently using, www.studiolee.co.uk, and any sub-domains of this site unless expressly excluded by their own terms and conditions.

Scope of this Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies only to the actions of Studio Lee and Users with respect to this Website. It does not extend to any websites that can be accessed from this Website including, but not limited to, any links we may provide to social media platforms.

For the purposes of the applicable Data Protection Laws, Studio Lee is the “data controller.” This means we determine the purposes for which, and the manner in which, your Data is processed.

Data Collected

We may collect the following Data, including personal Data, from you:

  • Name

  • Gender

  • Contact information such as email addresses and telephone numbers

  • Demographic information such as postcode, preferences and interests

  • IP address (automatically collected)

  • Web browser type and version (automatically collected)

  • Operating system (automatically collected)

  • Referring URLs, your activity on this Website, and the site you exit to (automatically collected)

How We Collect Data

We collect Data in the following ways:

  • Data is given to us by you

  • Data is received from publicly available third-party sources

  • Data is collected automatically

Data You Give Us

We collect Data when you:

  • Contact us through the Website, phone, post, email or otherwise

  • Register for an account or service

  • Fill out forms or surveys

  • Make payments

  • Subscribe to marketing communications

  • Use our services

Data from Publicly Available Sources

We may collect Data from:

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Data Collected Automatically

We automatically collect information when you:

  • Visit our Website (e.g. IP address, browser details, time/date of access)

  • Interact with our content

  • Use Cookies (see “Cookies” section below)

Our Use of Data

We may use your Data for:

  • Internal record keeping

  • Improving our products/services

  • Sending marketing communications (with consent)

  • Conducting market research

  • Personalising user experience

We rely on different legal bases for using your Data, including consent, contract performance, legal obligation, and our legitimate interests.

You may opt-out of marketing at any time via your account settings or by contacting us.

Who We Share Data With

We may share your Data with:

  • Our employees, agents and professional advisers

  • Third-party service providers (e.g. web hosting, analytics)

  • Legal or regulatory authorities if required by law

All sharing is conducted in line with this Privacy Policy.

Keeping Data Secure

We use secure systems to protect your Data:

  • Password-protected user accounts

  • Encrypted servers and backup systems

If you suspect your Data has been compromised, contact us immediately at: hello@studiolee.co.uk

You can learn more about online data safety at www.getsafeonline.org.

Data Retention

We keep your Data only as long as needed:

  • To fulfil the purposes set out in this Policy

  • As required by law (e.g. tax, legal obligations)

Data may remain on backups for a limited period.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal Data

  • Request correction of inaccurate Data

  • Request deletion (“Right to be forgotten”)

  • Restrict processing of your Data

  • Object to processing (including marketing)

  • Request transfer of your Data (data portability)

To exercise your rights or withdraw consent, contact us at: hello@studiolee.co.uk

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the ICO at https://ico.org.uk

Links to Other Websites

We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of third-party websites linked from this Website. Always check their Privacy Policies before submitting Data.

Business Ownership and Control Changes

If Studio Lee undergoes a sale or change in ownership, your Data may be transferred to the new owner. We will ensure Data remains protected and used in accordance with this Policy.

Cookies

This Website may place the following types of Cookies on your device:

Type of CookiePurpose
Strictly necessaryEssential for site operation and security
Analytical/performanceUnderstand usage and improve functionality
FunctionalityPersonalise content and remember your preferences
TargetingDeliver relevant ads based on your activity on our Website

You may disable Cookies via your browser settings. For more information, visit: https://www.aboutcookies.org

See our full Cookie Policy for more details.

General

  • You may not transfer your rights under this Policy.

  • We may amend this Policy. Updated versions will be posted on this Website.

  • This Policy is governed by the laws of England and Wales.

  • Disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English and Welsh courts.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page. Your continued use of the Website will be deemed acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

Studio Lee
91 Princess Street, Manchester, England, M1 4HT
Email: hello@studiolee.co.uk