1. Introduction
Welcome to Mia Garner Music. Your privacy is important to me. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

By using my services—whether you’re attending a performance, subscribing to my newsletter, filling in a contact form, or making a booking—you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. What Information I Collect
I may collect the following types of personal information:

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• Identity Information: Your name or business name

• Contact Information:Email address, telephone number, postal address

• Booking Details: Event type, date, venue, contact person

• Marketing Preferences: Consent to receive updates, newsletters, and promotional emails

• Payment Information:Only collected if you make a direct booking with Mia Garner Music (e.g. via invoice)—but payment is processed securely via BACS or Square, SumUp or Wix Payments

• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and interaction data when you visit the website

3. How I Use Your Information

Your data will only be used for legitimate business purposes, such as:

• Processing and confirming bookings

• Responding to your enquiries

• Sending important service updates or performance details

• Sharing occasional newsletters or promotions (only if you’ve opted in)

• Keeping financial records for tax and invoicing purposes

I will never sell or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, I only process your data when one or more of the following applies:

• You have given explicit consent (e.g. ticking a box to receive marketing)

• It is necessary for the performance of a contract (e.g. event booking)

• I am required to do so by law (e.g. record-keeping for HMRC)

• It is in my legitimate interests and doesn’t override your rights

5. How Your Information is Stored and Protected
All data is stored securely:

• Electronic records (emails, contact forms) are password-protected and two-factor authenticated 

• Only authorised individuals (Mia or her admin support) have access

• I use reputable platforms for data storage and email communication (e.g. Google Workspace, Wix, Hubspot)

I retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated. Booking and invoicing records are typically held for 6 years to comply with UK tax law.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the right to:

• Access the data I hold about you

• Correct any inaccurate or incomplete data

• Withdraw your consent at any time

• Request that we delete your data (unless legally required to retain it)

• Object to or restrict certain types of data processing

• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your rights have been violated

7. Third Parties and Data Transfers
I may use third-party services to help run the business (e.g. Wix for newsletters, Square, SumUp, Wix for payments). These providers have their own privacy policies and are committed to GDPR compliance.

I do not transfer your personal data outside of the UK or EEA unless the service provider ensures adequate data protection standards.

8. Cookies
I use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and understand how visitors use my website. You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings.

9. Contact Me
If you have any questions, wish to make a request, or would like more information about this policy:

Mia Garner Music

Email: hello@miagarnermusic.com