UK GDPR Compliance
Handmade Designs Elgin is committed to respecting your rights under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). This page explains how we comply with UK GDPR and how you can exercise your data protection rights.
Scope and Applicability
Although Handmade Designs Elgin is an informational blog-style website with no user registration system or database storing personal information, we may collect limited personal data through automated means such as website analytics, server logs, and cookies. This data is processed in accordance with UK GDPR where applicable.
Your Rights Under UK GDPR
Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Right of access – to request confirmation of whether your personal data is being processed and to receive a copy of it.
- Right to rectification – to correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
- Right to erasure – to request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances.
- Right to restriction of processing – to limit how your data is used.
- Right to data portability – to receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.
- Right to object – to object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
- Right not to be subject to automated decision-making – including profiling.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), the UK’s supervisory authority for data protection.
How We Comply
Handmade Designs Elgin does not store personal data in databases or collect personally identifiable information through forms or accounts. Any data collected (e.g., IP addresses, cookie identifiers, browser type) is used solely for website functionality, analytics, and security purposes. We do not sell or share personal data with third parties for commercial purposes. We retain data only for as long as necessary and implement technical measures to ensure security.
Data We Process
The personal data we may process includes:
- IP addresses (anonymised where possible)
- Browser and device information
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Usage patterns via analytics tools
This data is processed anonymously or pseudonymously and is not linked to any individual unless voluntarily provided via contact form.
Legal Basis for Processing
Our processing of personal data is based on legitimate interest for website operation, security, and analytics, as permitted under UK GDPR Article 6(1)(f). We ensure our interests do not override your rights and freedoms.
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of your rights under UK GDPR, please contact us by email at [email protected]. Include your full name, the right you wish to exercise, and any relevant details. We will respond without undue delay.
Response Timeframes
We aim to respond to all requests within one month of receipt. In complex cases, we may extend this period by up to two additional months and will inform you within one month of the reason for the delay.
No Discrimination Policy
You will not be denied goods or services, charged different prices, or receive a different level of service because you exercised your rights under UK GDPR.
Updates and Changes
We may update this page periodically to reflect changes in law or our practices. The most recent version will always be posted here with an updated effective date.
Contact Information
For any questions, requests, or complaints regarding your data protection rights, please contact:
Ethan Florester
1 King Street West, Toronto, ON M5H 1A1, Canada
[email protected]
If you are not satisfied with our response, you may file a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office.
