PRIVACY & COOKIE POLICY

Last updated: 31 March 2025

Molly & More Studio ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect any personal data you provide when using our website www.mollyandmore.studio.

Who We Are  
Molly & More Studio is a UK-based creative studio offering digital services, including branding and web design.

What Information We Collect  
We may collect and process the following types of data:
- Personal Information: name, email address, phone number, and any information you submit via contact forms.  
- Technical Information: your IP address, browser type, and operating system.  
- Usage Data: how you use our website, including pages visited and time spent.

How We Use Your Data  
We process your data to:
- Respond to your enquiries  
- Provide services you've requested  
- Improve website performance and user experience  
- Analyse site traffic and marketing effectiveness

Legal Basis for Processing  
Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases:
- Consent (for cookies and marketing)  
- Contract (when you request our services)  
- Legitimate interests (to improve services and ensure website security)

Cookies  
Cookies are small data files stored on your device to enhance your experience on our website.

Cookies we use:
_ga – Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users. Expires in 2 years.  
_ga_XQVK5E4PK8 – Used by Google Analytics for session tracking. Expires in 2 years.

These cookies help us understand how users interact with our website so we can improve it. They do not identify you personally.

Managing Cookies  
You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, visit: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Data Sharing  
We do not sell or rent your data. We may share it with:
- Service providers like Google Analytics  
- Legal authorities if required to comply with a legal obligation

All third-party services are GDPR-compliant.

Data Retention  
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above or as required by law.

Your Rights  
You have the right to:
- Access your data  
- Correct inaccurate data  
- Erase your data  
- Restrict processing  
- Object to processing  
- Data portability

To exercise these rights, contact: hello@mollyandmore.studio

Security  
We take reasonable steps to protect your data using encryption, secure servers, and access controls.

Changes to This Policy  
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Please review this page regularly to stay informed.

Contact  
If you have questions or concerns, contact us at:  
Email: hello@mollyandmore.studio  
Website: www.mollyandmore.studio  
Business Name: Molly & More Studio  
Location: United Kingdom