Privacy policy.
Privacy Policy
Last updated: 28th February 2025
At Lauren Sherrard Design ("we", "our", "us"), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.
1. Who we are
1.1 Lauren Sherrard Design is a graphic design business operating in the UK.
1.2 Our website address is www.laurensherrard.com.
1.3 If you have any questions regarding this policy, you can contact us at:
Email: hello@laurensherrard.com
2. What personal data we collect
We may collect and process the following personal data:
2.1 Information you provide: Name, email address, phone number, and any details submitted through contact forms, email, or direct communication.
2.2 Automated data collection: IP address, browser type, referring website, pages viewed, and time spent on our website.
2.3 Cookies and tracking technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience (see our Cookie Policy for more details).
3. How we use your data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
3.1 To respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
3.2 To process transactions or deliver services you request.
3.3 To send marketing communications, where consent has been given.
3.4 To improve website functionality and user experience.
3.5 To comply with legal obligations or prevent fraud.
4. Legal basis for processing data
We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:
4.1 Contractual necessity: When processing is required to fulfil a contract with you.
4.2 Legitimate interests: For business purposes such as improving services, maintaining security, and marketing (where permitted).
4.3 Consent: When you opt-in to receive marketing communications.
4.4 Legal obligation: When required to comply with laws and regulations.
5. How we store and protect your data
5.1 We store personal data securely and take appropriate measures to prevent unauthorised access or misuse.
5.2 Data is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy.
5.3 When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.
6. Sharing your data
6.1 We do not sell or rent your personal data.
6.2 We may share data with third-party service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics) who assist in operating our website.
6.3 Data may be shared where legally required (e.g., compliance with law enforcement).
7. Your rights under UK GDPR
Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:
7.1 Right to access: Request a copy of your personal data.
7.2 Right to rectification: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data. 7
.3 Right to erasure: Request deletion of your data in certain circumstances.
7.4 Right to object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for marketing purposes.
7.5 Right to data portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider.
7.6 Right to withdraw consent: Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable.
7.7 Right to restrict processing: Request restriction of data processing under certain conditions.
7.8 Right to lodge a complaint: File a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe we have not handled your data lawfully.
To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@laurensherrard.com
8. Third-party links
9.1 Our website may contain links to third-party websites.
9.2 We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage users to review their privacy policies.
10. Changes to this privacy policy
10.1 We may update this policy from time to time. 10.2 Changes will be posted on this page with the updated date. 10.3 Your continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of any updates.
11. Contact information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
Lauren Sherrard Design
Email: hello@laurensherrard.com