Privacy Policy

Effective date: 28th March 2026

At Sturdy Socials and Design, your privacy matters to me. I’m committed to being open about how I collect, use, and protect your personal information. This privacy policy explains what data I collect, why I collect it, and your rights.

1. Who I Am

Sturdy Socials and Design is a sole trader based in England, United Kingdom. You can contact me about anything related to your data at hello@sturdysocialsandesign.com.

2. What Data I Collect

I may collect the following personal information:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Billing/payment details

  • Business information (e.g., company name, social media handles)

How I collect this data:

  • Contact forms

  • Newsletter sign-ups

  • Discovery call booking forms

  • Freebies or lead magnets

3. How I Use Your Data

I use your personal data to:

  • Respond to enquiries and messages

  • Send newsletters and marketing emails (with your consent)

  • Deliver freebies, lead magnets, and client services

  • Manage and deliver my services

  • Process payments

  • Improve my website and services

  • Meet legal or record-keeping obligations

Marketing emails: You can opt in when signing up for updates or freebies. You can unsubscribe at any time.

4. Third-Party Services

I use trusted third-party tools to run my business. These include:

  • Email marketing: Flodesk

  • Payments: Squarespace Payments

  • Website platform: Squarespace

  • Booking system: Tidycal

  • Analytics: Google Analytics

  • Cloud storage: Google Drive

  • Social media platforms: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Spotify

These services may store or process your personal data. I ensure they handle your data responsibly.

5. Cookies and Tracking

I use cookies on my website to improve your experience and understand website usage. Cookies may collect data like how you interact with the site. You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings.

6. Your Rights

If you are based in the UK or EU, you have rights under data protection laws:

  • Access: Request a copy of your data

  • Correction: Ask me to correct any mistakes

  • Deletion: Ask me to delete your data

  • Unsubscribe: Opt out of marketing emails at any time

To exercise your rights, contact me at hello@sturdysocialsandesign.com. I will respond within a reasonable timeframe.

7. Who Can Access Your Data

Only I and trusted service providers (listed above) will access your personal data to provide my services. I do not sell or share your data for marketing purposes.

8. International Audience

While most clients are in the UK and EU, your data may be stored or processed internationally if you use my website from other countries. I take reasonable steps to ensure your data is protected.

9. Security

I take care to keep your data secure using appropriate technical and organisational measures. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, so I cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Updates to This Policy

I may update this privacy policy occasionally. The latest version will always be posted on my website with the effective date updated.

11. Contact Me

If you have questions about your personal data or this policy, please contact me at:hello@sturdysocialsandesign.com