Last Updated: 7/2026

Your privacy is incredibly important to me. This policy explains exactly what information I collect when you visit my website, sign up for my newsletter, or purchase my jewellery, as well as how I use cookies to keep my site running smoothly.

By using my website or subscribing to my mailing list, you agree to the collection and use of your information as outlined below.

1. Who is collecting your data?

I am the sole Data Controller for this business. When you share your details with me, you are trusting me with your information, and I am committed to keeping it secure. If you have any questions about this policy, you can contact me directly at kinokoartsltd@gmail.com.

2. What information do I collect?

Depending on how you interact with my website, I may collect the following data:

• When you subscribe: Your first name (if provided) and email address.

• When you make a purchase or book a workshop: Your name, shipping/billing address, email address, and payment details (processed securely by third-party payment gateways; I never see or store your full card details).

• When you browse the site (Cookies): Automatically collected data such as your IP address, browser type, and how you navigate the shop.

3. How do I use your data?

I use your information to operate my jewellery business smoothly and deliver a great experience. This includes:

• Processing and shipping your orders.

• Communicating with you about bespoke commissions or workshop bookings.

• Sending you newsletter updates (only if you have explicitly opted in).

• Analysing website traffic to understand which pieces or pages are the most popular.

Legal Basis for Processing: Under UK data protection law (UK-GDPR), I process your data based on Consent (e.g., when you join my mailing list), Contract (e.g., when you buy a piece of jewellery and I need your address to ship it), and Legitimate Interests (e.g., using basic analytics to improve my store).

4. Cookie Policy

Like most websites, my shop uses small text files called "cookies" to function properly.

• Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are required for the website to run. They allow you to add jewellery to your cart, proceed to checkout securely, and save your cookie preferences.

• Analytics & Performance Cookies: If you accept them via the cookie banner, I use these to understand how visitors find my site and which pages they spend the most time on. This helps me improve the shop and my future collections.

Managing Your Cookies: You can change your preferences or withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time by clearing your browser cache or adjusting the settings via the cookie banner on my site.

5. Who do I share your data with?

I will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information. To run my business, your data is processed safely through trusted third-party platforms that comply with strict data protection standards:

• Squarespace: My website host and e-commerce platform.

6. How long do I keep your data?

I only keep your personal information for as long as necessary. Customer order records are kept for standard UK tax and accounting purposes (typically 7 years). Newsletter data is held for as long as you remain subscribed. If you unsubscribe, your details are removed from the active mailing list immediately.

7. Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have several rights, including:

• The right to access: You can ask for copies of your personal information.

• The right to rectification: You can ask me to correct any inaccurate information.

• The right to erasure: You can ask me to permanently delete your data (except where I am legally required to keep it for tax purposes).

If you would like to exercise any of these rights, or if you have a privacy concern, please email me at kinokoartsltd@gmail.com.