Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to me. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use and store your personal information in line with UK data protection laws (including the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018).
1. Business Details
I am a sole trader offering professional home organising, decluttering and packing/unpacking services within 30 miles of Lincoln UK.
Email: rachelpughorganiser@gmail.com
Mobile: 07790147901
2. What Information I Collect
I may collect and store the following data:
• Name
•Contact details (phone number, email address and home address)
•Appointment dates and locations
•Details about your home & organising needs
•Notes from consultations or sessions
•Emails or messages you send me
3. How I Use Your Information
I collect and use your data to:
•Arrange consultations & sessions
•Communicate with you about bookings
•Understand your requirements & tailor my services
•Issue invoices & payment confirmations
•Keep basic business records (for tax & legal purposes)
I will never sell or share your data for marketing purposes.
4. Personal Safety
For personal safety, I inform my husband of the date, time & location of where I will be working. This may include your name & address. No other personal or sensitive information is shared.
5.Lawful Basis for Processing
I collect & use your data under the following lawful bases:-
•Contract - to provide the service you’ve requested
•Legitimate interests - for running my business & ensuring personal safety
•Legal obligation - to comply with HMRC and tax regulations
6. How Long I keep Your Data
I retain clients records for up to 6 years to comply with legal and financial record-keeping requirements. After this period your data will be securely deleted.
7. How I Store and Protect Your Data
Your information is stored securely on password protected devices or platforms (e.g. email, phone and calendar systems). Paper notes are Kept in a locked location.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
• Access the personal data I hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict processing
• Make a complaint to the Information Commissioners Office (ICO)
