Grace Hancock Music Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how I, Grace Hancock, (referred to as “I” or “me”), collect, use, and protect your personal data when you interact with my website, subscribe to my email list, or use my services. I am committed to protecting your privacy in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Data I Collect

I collect personal data that you voluntarily provide to me when you subscribe to my mailing list.

  • Email Address: Used for sending the updates you requested.
  • First and/or Last Name (Optional): Used for personalizing my communications to you.
  • Usage Data (e.g., IP address, browser type): Collected automatically by my website/email provider for analytics and security.

3. The Legal Basis for Processing Your Data (GDPR Article 6)

I rely on the following legal basis to process your data:

  • Consent: I process your personal data based on the specific, unambiguous consent you provide when you tick the subscription box(es) on my forms.
    • Purpose 1: Sending you new podcast episode updates.
    • Purpose 2 (If chosen): Sending you occasional marketing communications about news, events, giveaways, and vocal coaching offers.

4. How I Use Your Data

I use the data I collect to:

  • Send you the email updates you have subscribed to.
  • Personalize your experience (e.g., using your name).
  • Operate, improve, and maintain my website and communications.
  • Comply with my legal obligations.

5. Sharing Your Data

I will not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. I only share your data with trusted third-party service providers who help me operate my business (Data Processors). These include:

  • Email Marketing Platform: Mailchimp, —Used to manage my subscriber lists and send my emails.
  • Website Hosting/Analytics: WordPress—Used to host my site and analyze usage.

I ensure all third-party processors are GDPR compliant and only process data on my specific instructions.

6. International Data Transfers

If you are a resident in the EEA or UK, your data may be transferred to and stored in countries outside of the EEA/UK (e.g., the United States, if my email provider is based there). I ensure that any such transfer is protected by adequate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission.

7. Your Data Protection Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

RightDescriptionHow to Exercise
Right to be InformedYou have the right to know how your data is being used (This policy serves this purpose).
Right of AccessYou can request a copy of the personal data I hold about you.Contact me via email (see Section 9).
Right to RectificationYou can ask me to correct data that is inaccurate or incomplete.Contact me via email.
Right to Erasure (‘Right to be Forgotten’)You can ask me to delete your personal data.Contact me via email, or use the Unsubscribe link in any email I send.
Right to Restrict ProcessingYou can request a temporary halt to my processing of your data.Contact me via email.
Right to Data PortabilityYou can request a transferable copy of your data in a structured, commonly used format.Contact me via email.
Right to ObjectYou can object to me processing your data for direct marketing purposes.Use the Unsubscribe link or contact me via email.
Right to Withdraw ConsentYou can withdraw your consent at any time.Use the Unsubscribe link or contact me via email.

8. Data Retention

I will retain your personal data for as long as you remain subscribed to my mailing list. If you unsubscribe, your data will be securely deleted from my active lists within [e.g., 30 days], unless I am required to retain it for legal or accounting purposes.

9. Contact Details and Complaints

If you have any questions or wish to exercise any of your rights, please contact me:

  • Email: gracehancockmusic@gmail.com

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority for data protection.