Updated Sun 31st May 2026

Privacy Policy

Who I am

This website is operated by Kayleigh Sarah, a graphic designer based in Scotland, United Kingdom.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact me at:
ksarahdesign@gmail.com

What Data I Collect

I only collect personal data that is necessary to operate this website and respond to enquiries.

Information you provide directly:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Any message submitted via contact forms

Information collected automatically:
When you visit this website, certain technical data may be collected automatically, such as:

  • IP address (may be anonymised)
  • Browser type and device information
  • Pages visited and time spent on the site
  • Referring website

This data is typically collected through analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics or similar WordPress plugins).

How I Use Your Data

Your information is used to:

  • Respond to enquiries or messages
  • Communicate about potential or ongoing design projects
  • Improve website performance and user experience
  • Monitor site traffic and usage trends

I do not sell, rent, or trade personal data to third parties.

Cookies and Consent (CookieYes)

This website uses cookies to improve functionality and understand how visitors use the site.

Cookies may be used for:

  • Essential website functionality
  • Analytics and performance tracking
  • Remembering cookie consent preferences

Cookie consent is managed through CookieYes, which allows you to accept, reject, or customise cookie preferences when you first visit the site.

You can change or withdraw your consent at any time via the cookie settings banner or your browser settings.

Legal Basis for Processing (UK GDPR)

Under UK GDPR, I process personal data on the following legal bases:

  • Consent – when you submit a contact form or accept cookies
  • Legitimate interests – to operate and improve this website
  • Contractual necessity – if we enter into a design agreement

Third-Party Services

I may use trusted third-party services to operate this website, including:

  • WordPress hosting providers
  • Email and contact form plugins
  • Analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics)
  • CookieYes (for cookie consent management)

These services may process limited data on my behalf and have their own privacy policies.

Data Storage and Security

Reasonable technical and organisational measures are taken to protect your personal data.

However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

Data Retention

I only keep personal data for as long as necessary:

  • Contact form submissions: kept for [e.g. 6–12 months] unless they lead to ongoing work
  • Analytics data: retained according to tool settings (often anonymised and aggregated)

Your Rights (UK GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to or restrict processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact: ksarahdesign@gmail.com

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
https://www.ico.org.uk

Links to Other Websites

This website may contain links to external websites. I am not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page with an updated revision date.