Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Seaford.Photography collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

By using our services or website, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Policy.

1. Who We Are

Business name: Seaford.Photography
Business type: Sole trader
Owner/operator: Julian BARRETT
Location: Seaford, East Sussex, United Kingdom
Website: www.seaford.photography
Email: sales@seaford.photography
Telephone: 07949 775565

For the purposes of data protection law, Seaford.Photography is the Data Controller.

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information from you:

a. Information You Provide Directly

When you contact us, book a home visit, or place an order, we may collect:

  • Your full name

  • Postal address

  • Telephone number

  • Email address

  • Details about the photographs or services requested

b. Payment Information

If you make a purchase, we may collect basic payment information (such as card type and transaction reference) — however, we do not store full payment card details. All card transactions are processed securely through trusted third-party payment providers.

c. Website Usage Data

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages visited and browsing duration
    This data is used for basic analytics to improve website performance and user experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

  • Provide and manage our photo restoration and printing services

  • Arrange home visits and respond to enquiries

  • Process and fulfil your orders

  • Contact you about your project or delivery

  • Maintain our accounts and business records

  • Send updates about your order, or—where you have opted in—news about our services and local events

We will not use your information for automated decision-making or profiling.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:

  • Performance of a contract: to provide the services you have requested

  • Legitimate interests: to operate and improve our business and communicate effectively with customers

  • Consent: when you explicitly agree (for example, for marketing emails)

  • Legal obligation: to comply with legal and tax record-keeping requirements

5. Data Storage and Security

We store personal data securely, using password-protected systems and encrypted backups.
Physical photographs and documents are kept securely during restoration and returned promptly.

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfil the purposes outlined above

  • Meet legal, accounting, or reporting obligations

Typically, records relating to completed orders are retained for up to six years, in accordance with UK accounting regulations.

6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.
Your information may be shared only with trusted third parties where necessary to deliver our services — for example:

  • Payment processors (for secure card transactions)

  • Postal or courier services (for delivering restored photographs or prints)

All third parties are required to handle your data in compliance with UK data protection law.

7. Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies — small text files placed on your device — to improve functionality and measure website performance.

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

We may use basic analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site. These tools collect data in aggregate form and do not personally identify you.

8. Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access a copy of the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data

  • Request deletion of your data (where legally permissible)

  • Object to processing or restrict how we use your data

  • Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your rights have been infringed

For more information, visit the ICO website: www.ico.org.uk

9. Marketing and Communications

We may occasionally send you information about new services, exhibitions, or local market events — but only if you have given explicit consent.
You can unsubscribe at any time by emailing sales@seaford.photography or using any “unsubscribe” link included in our messages.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be published on our website, and the “last updated” date will be revised accordingly.

You are encouraged to review this page periodically to stay informed of any changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact:

Data Controller: Seaford.Photography
Email: sales@seaford.photography
Telephone: 07949 775565
Postal address: Albion House High Street, Seaford, East Sussex, BN25 1HR, United Kingdom