This privacy notice explains how SaVa Hair Studio collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data when you book appointments, visit our salon, fill in consultation forms, or contact us. We are committed to complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Who We Are
SaVa Hair Studio, 14 Exchange Street, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 2AB.
Phone: 07356 036726 · Email: savahairstudio@gmail.com
We are the data controller for your personal data. As a small business, we do not have a Data Protection Officer.
What Personal Data We Collect
- Personal information: name, address, phone number, email address, date of birth.
- Appointment details: booking times, services requested, stylist preferences.
- Sensitive health data: allergies, skin/hair conditions, previous reactions, patch test results — necessary for your safety.
- Payment information: processed securely by our payment provider; we do not store full card details.
- Marketing preferences: if you opt in for newsletters or promotions.
Why We Collect and Use Your Data
- To provide our services — contractual necessity (booking, treatments).
- For your safety — recording allergies to avoid reactions.
- Legal obligations — health & safety compliance.
- Legitimate interests — appointment reminders and basic record-keeping.
- Marketing — only with your explicit consent; you can withdraw at any time.
We do not sell your data.
Who We Share Your Data With
We may share limited data with trusted suppliers (salon booking software, payment processors), professional advisors (accountants, insurers) where necessary, and legal authorities if required by law. All third parties are required to keep your data secure. We do not transfer data outside the UK/EEA.
How Long We Keep Your Data
- Client records: 6 years after your last visit.
- Allergy/health records: while you are a client, plus 6 years after last visit.
- Marketing data: until you withdraw consent.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to access, correct, or delete your data; restrict or object to processing; and withdraw consent at any time. Contact us to exercise any right — we will respond within one month, free of charge in most cases.
If you are unhappy with our response, you can complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk or call 0303 123 1113.
Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your data, including secure salon software, locked storage for paper records, password protection, and staff training on data protection.
Cookies & Website
If you visit our website, we may use cookies for functionality and analytics purposes.