Privacy Policy
Effective Date: September 2024
Kuddin is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and share your personal data when you visit my website and use my services, including the use of Google AdSense, Wix, and Wix Forms. It also explains your rights under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable data protection laws.
By using my website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
Information I Collect
Personal Data You Provide
When you interact with my website or use my services, I may collect personal data, such as:
• Your name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Postal address
• Payment details (processed securely by third-party providers)
This data may be collected when you fill out forms on my website, including Wix Forms, used for inquiries, service requests, or newsletter sign-ups.
Automatically Collected Data
I automatically collect certain data when you visit my website, including:
• Your IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages viewed and browsing activities
• Time and date of your visit
• Referring website URLs
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
I use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on my website. Cookies are small files stored on your device that allow me to remember your preferences, understand your usage patterns, and deliver personalised services.
Why I Use Cookies:
• To ensure the website functions correctly
• To remember your preferences (e.g., language settings)
• To analyse website performance and user behaviour
• To deliver targeted advertising through Google AdSense
• To improve the overall user experience
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, doing so may limit your ability to use some features of my website.
Google AdSense
I use Google AdSense to display ads on my website. Google AdSense uses cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your visits to my website and other websites. Google may use the information collected (excluding personal details like your name or email address) to display relevant ads based on your interests.
Why I Collect Your Data
I collect your personal data for the following reasons:
• To provide and manage my graphic design services
• To communicate with you regarding your projects, inquiries, or orders
• To process payments for services rendered
• To respond to inquiries submitted through Wix Forms
• To send you marketing communications (with your consent)
• To improve my website and services based on user interaction
• To display relevant ads through Google AdSense
• To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
Legal Basis for Processing Your Data
I process your personal data based on the following lawful grounds under UK GDPR:
• Contractual necessity: To provide the services you have requested (e.g., fulfilling design projects, processing payments).
• Legitimate interests: To improve my services, advertise effectively, and market to you (unless your rights override these interests).
• Consent: When you subscribe to marketing emails or submit inquiries via Wix Forms.
• Legal obligation: To comply with legal or regulatory obligations.
For visitors from the European Union or other jurisdictions with data protection laws, I will also comply with applicable regulations, such as the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Sharing Your Data
I may share your personal data in the following circumstances:
• Service Providers: I use third-party service providers, such as Wix, to host my website and manage forms. These providers may process your data on my behalf but are contractually obligated to protect your personal information and only use it for the services they provide.
• Google AdSense: As noted above, Google AdSense may use cookies to serve ads on my website based on your visit history.
• Legal Compliance: I may disclose your personal data if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests, such as court orders, government authorities, or regulatory bodies.
Data Retention
I retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. Examples include:
• Project and customer data: Retained for as long as necessary to provide services or for legal and tax purposes.
• Marketing data: Retained until you withdraw your consent or opt out of receiving marketing communications.
Your Rights Under UK GDPR and Other Applicable Laws
Under the UK GDPR and other applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
• Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data I hold about you.
• Rectification: You can request that I correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Erasure: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances.
• Restriction: You can request that I restrict the processing of your personal data.
• Data Portability: You can request that I provide your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
• Objection: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data based on my legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
• Withdraw Consent: Where I rely on your consent to process your personal data (e.g., for marketing), you can withdraw that consent at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact me at kuddindesign@gmail.com. I will respond to your request within one month, as required by law.
Data Security
I take the security of your personal data seriously and implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect it from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.
International Data Transfers
I may transfer your personal data outside of the UK or the European Union, including to countries that may not have the same level of data protection as these regions. When such transfers occur, I will ensure that appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses, are in place to protect your personal data.
Third-Party Links
My website may contain links to third-party websites, such as portfolio platforms or social media. I am not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites, and I encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Children’s Privacy
My services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. I do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe I have collected data from a child, please contact me, and I will take steps to delete such information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in my practices or legal obligations. Any updates will be posted on this page, and I will notify you of significant changes where required.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or my data practices, you may contact me by email at: kuddindesign@gmail.com.
If you are not satisfied with my response, you also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) in the UK, or other relevant data protection authorities in your jurisdiction.