Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect any personal information you provide when using my website or contacting me regarding tattoo enquiries.


1. Who I Am

I am an independent tattoo artist based at Inkden Tattoo Studio, Blackpool, UK.
You can contact me at shamackbookings@gmail.com or by phone on +44 7957 021702.


2. Information I Collect

When you contact me, I may collect the following information:

  • Your name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Details about your tattoo enquiry or project
  • Any reference images you choose to send
  • If you visit my website, basic technical data such as your IP address and browsing activity may also be collected through analytics tools (for example, Google Analytics) to help improve the website.


3. How Your Information Is Used

Your information is used solely for:

  • Responding to your tattoo enquiries
  • Managing bookings and appointments
  • Keeping in touch regarding projects or consultations
  • Internal record-keeping and tax purposes
  • Improving website performance and user experience
  • I do not use your information for marketing without your explicit consent, and I never sell or share your data with third parties for advertising purposes.


4. Data Storage and Security

All personal information is stored securely and accessed only by me or authorised studio staff when required for booking or communication.
Digital information is password-protected, and physical records are kept in a secure studio environment.


5. How Long Your Data Is Kept

I retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described above or to meet legal, tax, or insurance obligations.
You can request that your data be deleted at any time by emailing shamackbookings@gmail.com.


6. Your Rights

Under UK and EU data protection laws (GDPR), you have the right to:

  • Request a copy of the personal data I hold about you
  • Ask for corrections to inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to or restrict certain types of data processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact me directly at shamackbookings@gmail.com.


7. Cookies and Website Tracking

My website may use cookies or analytics tools to understand how visitors use the site and to improve functionality.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Analytics data does not personally identify you.


8. Links to Other Websites

My website may contain links to other websites (for example, Instagram, YouTube, or partner pages).
I am not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites and encourage you to read their policies separately.


9. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy is reviewed regularly and may be updated to reflect changes in legal requirements or business practices.
Any updates will be published on this page.


10. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact me at: shamackbookings@gmail.com