Privacy Policy
A legal disclaimer
At Viper Pit Tattoo & Piercing Studio, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information.
This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data.
Information We Collect
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Personal Information: When you book an appointment online, we may collect personal details such as your name, email address, phone number, and any relevant medical history necessary for your safety.
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Payment Information: We process payments through secure platforms, but we do not store your payment details on our servers.
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Usage Data: We may collect data on how you interact with our website, including your IP address, browser type, and pages visited.
How We Use Your Information
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Booking and Communication: We use your information to confirm appointments, send reminders, and communicate important updates.
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Customer Service: Your information helps us provide better service and address any inquiries or concerns you may have.
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Marketing: With your consent, we may send promotional materials about new services or events. You can opt out at any time.
Data Protection
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Security Measures: We implement a variety of security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
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Third-Party Services: We may share your information with trusted third parties for payment processing and service delivery, all of whom are obligated to keep your information secure.
Your Rights
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Access and Control: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and request corrections if necessary.
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Opt-Out: You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions included in our emails.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and we encourage you to review it periodically.
Viper Pit Tattoo Studio – CCTV Usage Policy
At Viper Pit Tattoo Studio, we are committed to maintaining a safe environment for our staff, clients, and property. As part of this commitment, we operate CCTV systems on the premises. This policy outlines how we use, store, and protect CCTV data in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Purpose of CCTV Monitoring
We use CCTV to:
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Protect the safety and security of clients and staff
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Prevent, deter, and investigate incidents of theft, vandalism, or threats to staff safety
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Safeguard studio property and equipment
CCTV Coverage Areas
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Public areas, including the reception, waiting room, and entrances/exits
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Treatment rooms for staff and client safety
Note: Treatment room cameras are carefully positioned to avoid capturing unnecessary personal details.
Client Privacy Rights
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Treatment room cameras can be switched off at the client's request to protect privacy during tattoo or piercing sessions.
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No audio recording is enabled to respect client and staff privacy.
Data Handling and Security
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CCTV footage is stored securely and protected from unauthorized access.
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Footage is retained for up to 30 days, unless required for an ongoing investigation or legal case.
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Authorized personnel only (such as studio management) can access the footage.
Your Data Rights
As a client or staff member, you have the right to:
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Request that treatment room cameras be switched off
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Request access to footage involving yourself (subject to verification of your identity)
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Request the erasure of footage, where appropriate
Legal Sharing of Footage
We will only share footage when required by law, such as with law enforcement agencies for investigations.
How to Contact Us
If you have any questions about our privacy policy, CCTV policy or wish to make an access request get in touch