1. Introduction

Welcome to HKB Studio (“we”, “our”, “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website www.hkbstudio.co.uk (“the Site”), contact us, or use our services.

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

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal information:

  • Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and any other details you provide via contact forms or email.
  • Usage Data: Information about how you use our Site, such as IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and time spent on the Site.
  • Cookies and Tracking Data: Details are explained in section 6 below.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain our services.
  • Respond to your enquiries or requests.
  • Improve our website, content, and user experience.
  • Send updates or marketing communications (only if you’ve opted in).
  • Comply with legal obligations.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

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

  • Your consent (for marketing or cookies).
  • Contractual necessity (to provide services you’ve requested).
  • Legitimate interests (to improve our website and services).
  • Legal obligation (where required by law).

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected or as required by law. After this period, your information will be securely deleted or anonymised.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses cookies to:

  • Ensure proper functionality of the website.
  • Analyse website traffic and usage through analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
  • Improve performance and personalise your experience.

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential cookies: Required for core website functionality.
  • Analytical/performance cookies: Help us understand visitor behaviour.
  • Functionality cookies: Remember your preferences.
  • Advertising cookies (if applicable): Used to deliver relevant ads.

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

For more information about cookies, visit www.aboutcookies.org.