Data Protection Policy for Bushido Tattoo

At Bushido Tattoo, we take your privacy and the security of your personal information very seriously. This Data Protection Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal information from clients:

• Personal Details: Name, address, phone number, and email address.

• Medical Information: Any relevant medical conditions or allergies necessary for the safe administration of tattoo services.

• Identification: Proof of age, such as a photo ID, to comply with legal requirements.

2. How We Use Your Information

The personal information we collect is used for the following purposes:

• To provide and manage our tattoo services.

• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

• To communicate with you regarding appointments, consultations, and aftercare advice.

• To improve our services and customer experience.

3. Data Security

We are committed to ensuring that your personal information is secure. To prevent unauthorised access or disclosure, we have implemented robust physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard the information we collect. These measures include:

• Secure storage of physical records in locked cabinets.

• Encryption of electronic data and password-protected systems.

• Regular staff training on data protection best practices.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties unless required by law or with your explicit consent. Instances where data sharing may occur include:

• Compliance with legal obligations or law enforcement requests.

• Collaboration with healthcare professionals in case of emergencies.

5. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: You can request a copy of the information we hold about you.

• Correction: You can ask us to correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.

• Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and regulatory obligations.

• Restriction: You can ask us to limit the processing of your data in certain circumstances.

• Objection: You can object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

6. Retention of Data

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal requirements. After this period, data is securely destroyed or anonymised.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or our data handling practices. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us:

• Email: bushidohexham@gmail.com

• Phone: 01434 601632

• Address: 8 Hencotes, Hexham NE46 2EJ

Thank you for trusting Bushido Tattoo. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting it.