Effective date: [13/11/2025]

 

1. Who I am

I am Stuart MacLeod, a sole trader operating under the business name stuARTworks (“I”, “me”, “my”, or “we”).Website: https://www.stuARTworks.co.ukEmail: stuartmacleodfilm@gmail.comI am the data controller responsible for your personal information collected through this website.

 

2. What personal data I collect

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a. Information you provide directly

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When you contact me via the website forms, I collect:

• Your name

• Email address

• Message content or enquiry details

 

b. Information collected automatically

 

When you use the website, I use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to collect technical information such as:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device information

• Pages visited and time spent on each page• Referring URLsThis is done using cookies and similar technologies. (See the Cookie Policy below.)

 

3. Why I collect your data (purpose and lawful basis)

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To respond to your enquiries, provide quotes, and deliver requested services – Legitimate interests.To send marketing updates or information about my services – Consent.To analyse site performance and visitor behaviour via Google Analytics – Consent.

 

4. How I use and store your information

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Your personal data is used only for the purposes described above. Data collected via forms is stored securely in email inboxes and/or internal systems.I take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure.

 

5. Data retention

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I keep contact and enquiry data indefinitely, unless you request deletion. If you wish your data to be erased or updated, you can email me at stuartmacleodfilm@gmail.com at any time.

 

6. Who I share your data with

 

Google LLC (Google Analytics) – for website analytics. Data may be processed on servers outside the UK (typically in the United States). Google participates in the EU–US Data Privacy Framework, which the UK government has recognised for adequate protection of personal data transferred to the US.I do not sell or rent your data to anyone.

 

7. Your rights under UK GDPR

 

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:• Right to access – request a copy of the data I hold about you• Right to rectification – correct inaccurate information• Right to erasure – ask for data to be deleted• Right to restrict or object to processing• Right to withdraw consent (for marketing or cookies)• Right to data portability (where applicable)To exercise any of these rights, please email me at stuartmacleodfilm@gmail.com.If you are unhappy with how your data is handled, you have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.

 

8. International data transfers

 

Because Google Analytics processes data in the United States, your personal data may be transferred outside the UK. Such transfers are made in accordance with UK GDPR using approved safeguards such as the UK Extension to the EU–US Data Privacy Framework.

 

9. Changes to this policy

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I may update this privacy policy from time to time. Updates will be published on this page with a revised effective date.Cookie PolicyThis Cookie Policy explains how Stuart Works uses cookies and similar technologies on this website.

 

1. What are cookies?

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Cookies are small text files stored on your device to help websites function, improve performance, and provide analytics or advertising data.

 

2. Types of cookies used

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Strictly necessary cookies – Required for core website functionality such as form submissions and navigation.Analytics cookies – Used to understand how visitors use the site so I can improve content and performance (Google Analytics 4 cookies).

 

3. Google Analytics

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This site uses Google Analytics 4 (GA4), a web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Google Analytics sets cookies to collect information such as your IP address, device type, and browsing behaviour. Because IP anonymisation is not enabled, your IP address may be transmitted to and processed by Google in the United States. Google’s privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

 

4. Consent and cookie control

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Under UK law (PECR), non-essential cookies such as analytics can only be placed on your device with your consent. When you visit this website, a cookie banner will appear asking you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or clearing cookies.

 

5. Managing cookies

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You can disable or delete cookies using your browser’s settings. For guidance:

• Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647

• Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/delete-cookies-remove-info-websites-stored

• Safari: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac

 

Contact:

If you have any questions about this policy or your data, please contact:

Stuart MacLeod

Email: stuartmacleodfilm@gmail.com