PRIVACY POLICY

Francesca Strawbridge trading as Spirit Soul Bliss

Email: spiritsoulbliss@mail.com

Location: Carlisle, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Last updated: May 2026

1. Introduction

Spirit Soul Bliss (“I”, “me”, or “my”) is committed to protecting your privacy.

This Privacy Policy explains what personal data I collect, how I use it, and your rights under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. The Data I Collect

I collect only the information necessary to run my services and communicate with you.

a) Contact Form

When you contact me, you may provide:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Your message

b) Newsletter Signup

When you subscribe, I collect:

  • Email address

c) Automatically Collected Data (Squarespace Analytics)

Squarespace automatically collects basic, non‑identifying information such as:

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on the site

  • Device type

  • Browser type

  • Approximate location (e.g., country)

This helps me understand how people use the website and improve it.

I do not use advertising cookies, tracking pixels, or third‑party marketing tools.

3. How I Use Your Data

I use your data to:

  • Respond to your enquiries

  • Send newsletters (only when you subscribe)

  • Improve the website

  • Maintain records for insurance and legal compliance

I do not sell, rent, or trade your data.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, I rely on the following lawful bases:

  • Consent — for newsletters

  • Legitimate interests — responding to enquiries, maintaining website functionality

  • Legal obligation — record‑keeping for insurance and tax purposes

You may withdraw consent at any time.

5. How Long I Keep Your Data

  • Contact form messages: up to 12 months

  • Newsletter email addresses: until you unsubscribe

  • Analytics data: retained by Squarespace according to their standard policies

6. Sharing Your Data

Your data may be processed by:

  • Squarespace, which hosts this website

  • Email service providers used to send newsletters

These providers meet UK GDPR requirements.

I do not share your data with anyone else unless required by law.

7. International Access

This website may be accessed worldwide.

However, your data is processed in accordance with UK data protection laws.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your data

  • Correct inaccurate data

  • Request deletion

  • Withdraw consent

  • Object to processing

  • Lodge a complaint with the ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office)

ICO website: ico.org.uk

To exercise your rights, email: spiritsoulbliss@mail.com

9. Security

I take reasonable steps to protect your data.

However, no online system is completely secure, and I cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Contact

For any privacy questions, email: spiritsoulbliss@mail.com