Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 22, 2025
Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Ariel Pillemer ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you visit our website or use our services.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
By using our website or services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Data Controller
The data controller for your personal information is:
Ariel Pillemer
Location: E17, London, UK
For any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please use our contact form.
What Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, including:
Contact Form Information:
• Your name (first and last name)
• Email address
• Phone number (optional)
• Information about your practice
• Project requirements and preferences
• Any additional messages you choose to share
Website Usage Information:
• Your IP address
• Browser type and version
• Pages you visit on our site
• Time spent on pages
• Referring website information
Cookies and Similar Technologies:
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies. See our Cookie Policy section below for more details.
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data under the following legal bases:
Legitimate Interest: We process your contact information to respond to your inquiries and provide quotes for our services. This is necessary for our business operations.
Consent: For any marketing communications or non-essential cookies, we will ask for your explicit consent.
Contract: If you become a client, we process your data to fulfill our contractual obligations to provide web design services.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
• Respond to your inquiries and provide quotes
• Communicate with you about our services
• Provide and improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect our rights and prevent fraud
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.
Who We Share Your Information With
We may share your information with:
Service Providers:
• Formspree (contact form processing) - based in the US with adequate safeguards
• Email service providers for communication
• Website hosting providers (Vercel)
Legal Requirements:
We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect our rights.
All third-party service providers are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of your personal information.
How Long We Keep Your Information
We retain your personal information for the following periods:
• Contact form inquiries: 2 years from last contact
• Client project data: 3 years after project completion
• Website analytics: 26 months maximum
After these periods, we will securely delete your information unless we have a legal obligation to retain it longer.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:
Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we limit how we use your data
Right to Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
Right to Object: Object to our processing of your personal data
Right to Withdraw Consent: Where we rely on consent, you can withdraw it at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details in the Data Controller section.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:
• SSL encryption for data transmission
• Secure hosting with regular security updates
• Access controls to limit who can view your data
• Regular security assessments
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Cookies Policy
Our website uses cookies to improve your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.
Types of Cookies We Use:
Strictly Necessary Cookies:
• Website functionality and security
• Form submission and error handling
Functional Cookies:
• Google Fonts (may set cookies for font delivery)
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
International Transfers
Some of our service providers are located outside the UK/EEA:
• Formspree (US): Uses Standard Contractual Clauses for data protection
• Vercel (US): Implements appropriate safeguards for data transfers
We ensure all international transfers comply with UK GDPR requirements and include appropriate safeguards.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.
If you become aware that a child has provided personal information to us, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Emailing existing clients about significant changes
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Contact Form: Use the contact form on our website
Location: E17, London, UK
Data Protection Concerns:
If you have concerns about how we handle your data, you can also contact the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk