Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Meg J Gardner ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

Data Controller:
Meg J Gardner
10 Rishworth Street
Wakefield, WF1 3BY
Email: meg.gardner@sky.com

If you have any questions about this policy or how we handle your data, please contact us using the details above.

2. What Data We Collect

We collect and process the following types of personal data:

a) Website Analytics

Collected via Squarespace and includes:

  • Browser, device, and network information

  • IP address

  • Pages visited, clicks, scrolling, internal links, searches, timestamps

  • Referring web pages

b) Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies. These include:

  • Functional cookies (essential for website performance)

  • Analytics cookies (used only with your consent)

You can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie banner and browser settings. For more details, visit Squarespace’s Cookie Policy.

c) Purchase and Order Information

Collected when you place an order:

  • Name, address, phone number, email

  • Billing and shipping details

  • Purchase details (e.g., dress size)

d) Webform Submissions

Information you provide via contact or enquiry forms.

e) Marketing Emails

We may collect your name and email if you opt in to marketing. You can unsubscribe anytime via the link in our emails.

f) Font Services

Google Fonts and Adobe Fonts may collect:

  • Your IP address

  • Browser, device, and site usage information

3. Legal Basis for Processing

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

  • Contract – to fulfil purchases or service requests

  • Consent – for optional analytics and marketing communications

  • Legitimate interests – to maintain and improve website performance

  • Legal obligation – for tax, fraud prevention, or other regulatory reasons

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

  • Operate our website and services

  • Fulfil orders and customer service requests

  • Improve website functionality and user experience

  • Send marketing emails (if you opt in)

  • Analyse website traffic and usage trends

5. Data Sharing

We share your data only as necessary and only with trusted third parties:

  • Squarespace – our website and e-commerce platform

  • Google Places API – for address autocomplete at checkout

  • Email service providers – for marketing (only if opted in)

  • Font providers – Google Fonts and Adobe Fonts for website display

These providers may process your data outside the UK. Where this occurs, we ensure adequate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

  • For orders: to fulfil contractual obligations and meet legal requirements

  • For analytics: in accordance with Squarespace’s retention policy

  • For marketing: until you unsubscribe or request deletion

7. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Request data portability

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): www.ico.org.uk

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at meg.gardner@sky.com.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites (e.g., Instagram, Pinterest). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. Please review their privacy policies before using them.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.