Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Lucinda Burman ("we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our portfolio website or contact us through our forms.
2. Data Controller
Lucinda Burman is the data controller responsible for your personal data. You can contact us at:
- Email: lucinda.burman@yahoo.co.uk
- Website: lucindaburman.com
3. Information We Collect
3.1 Information You Provide
When you contact us through our website, we may collect:
- Your name
- Email address
- Subject of inquiry
- Message content
- Any additional information you choose to provide
3.2 Automatically Collected Information
We may automatically collect certain technical information, including:
- IP address (for rate limiting and security purposes)
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent on our website
- Referring website
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries and communications
- To discuss potential projects and collaborations
- To provide information about our services
- To improve our website and user experience
- To comply with legal obligations
- To protect against fraud and ensure website security
5. Legal Basis for Processing
Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on:
- Consent: When you voluntarily submit information through our contact form
- Legitimate interests: For website security, analytics, and business communications
- Legal obligation: When required to comply with applicable laws
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your data only in the following circumstances:
- With your explicit consent
- To comply with legal obligations or court orders
- To protect our rights, property, or safety
- With trusted service providers who assist in website operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:
- Contact form submissions: 3 years from last communication
- Technical logs: 12 months maximum
- Email communications: Until you request deletion or withdraw consent
8. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right of access: Request copies of your personal data
- Right to rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Right to restrict processing: Request limitation of data processing
- Right to data portability: Request transfer of your data
- Right to object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Right to withdraw consent: Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at lucinda.burman@yahoo.co.uk.
9. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses minimal tracking technologies. We do not use advertising cookies or third-party tracking. Any technical cookies used are essential for website functionality and security.
10. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. International Data Transfers
Your data may be processed in countries outside the European Economic Area. When this occurs, we ensure adequate protection through appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses or adequacy decisions.
12. Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
14. Contact Information
If you have questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
- Email: lucinda.burman@yahoo.co.uk
- Subject line: "Privacy Policy Inquiry"
15. Supervisory Authority
You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe your data protection rights have been violated. You can contact your local data protection authority or the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) in the UK.