GDPR Policy - Film Photography Survey

Privacy Notice & GDPR Policy.

 

1. Introduction

This survey is conducted to gauge interest in film photography workshops, camera and film sales, and related services in Shetland. This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

 

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible is Chris G Smith, based in Shetland. If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us at cgsphotos@outlook.com.

 

3. What Data We Collect

We may collect the following information through this survey:

• Your responses to the questionnaire (e.g., your interest in film photography services)

• Optional contact details if you choose to provide them for follow-up communication

We do not collect sensitive personal data, and participation is entirely voluntary.

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4. How We Use Your Data

The data collected will be used solely for the purpose of:

• Understanding the level of interest in film photography-related services in Shetland,

• Assessing potential demand for workshops, film sales, and processing services

• Contacting you only if you have provided consent for follow-up communication

 

We will not use your data for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

 

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the UK GDPR, our lawful bases for processing your data are:

• Legitimate interest – to assess demand for potential services in the local community

• Consent – if you provide your contact details for further communication

 

6. Data Storage & Security

Your responses will be stored securely and will not be shared with third parties. If stored digitally, appropriate security measures will be in place to prevent unauthorised access. Data will be retained only for as long as necessary to analyse survey results, after which it will be anonymised or securely deleted.

 

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to access – You can request a copy of the data we hold about you.

• Right to rectification – You can ask us to correct any inaccurate data.

• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten") – You can request that we delete your personal data.

• Right to restrict processing – You can ask us to stop using your data in certain ways.

• Right to object – You can object to processing based on legitimate interest.

• Right to data portability – You can request your data in a structured, commonly used format.

 

To exercise any of these rights, please contact cgsphotos@outlook.com.

 

8. Third-Party Services & Data Sharing

We will not share your data with third parties unless required by law.

 

If we use Google Forms or other third-party survey tools, please refer to their privacy policies regarding data storage and processing.

 

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Notice to reflect any changes in legal requirements or our data processing practices. The latest version will always be available upon request.

 

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, please contact: cgsphotos@outlook.com

 

By completing this survey, you confirm that you have read and understood this Privacy Notice.