Privacy Policy

Last updated: 2025

Atelier Infusion (trading name of Rebecca McGuinness) is committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy. This policy explains what data is collected, how it is used, and your rights under UK GDPR.

1. Who We Are

Atelier Infusion is a beverage development consultancy based in Portishead, Bristol, UK.

Business contact: becky@atelierinfusion.uk

Atelier Infusion is a trading name of Rebecca McGuinness.

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

Information you provide directly:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number (if you provide it)

  • Project details submitted through the contact form

  • Any documents or information you send via email

Information collected automatically:

  • Website usage data (e.g., page views, browser type)

  • Cookie-related data (see Cookie Policy)

  • Approximate location based on IP address (anonymised)

Squarespace may also collect technical data required for site functionality.

3. How Your Information Is Used

Your data is used for:

  • Responding to enquiries

  • Preparing quotes and proposals

  • Managing ongoing projects

  • Improving website performance

  • Basic business administration

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under the following UK GDPR bases:

  • Legitimate interest: responding to enquiries, running the business

  • Contract: preparing, delivering, or discussing services

  • Consent: when you opt into emails or agree to cookies

5. How Long Your Data Is Kept

  • Enquiry information: up to 12 months

  • Project-related data: up to 7 years (for accounting and legal obligations)

  • Website analytics: as per Squarespace and third‑party retention periods

6. Sharing Your Data

Your information may be shared with:

  • Squarespace (website hosting + form submissions)

  • Email providers (Microsoft 365)

  • Accounting software (if you become a paying client)

All processors used are GDPR-compliant.

We do not sell your data.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to your data

  • Request corrections or deletion

  • Withdraw consent (where applicable)

  • Object to processing

  • Lodge a complaint with the ICO

To exercise these rights, email becky@atelierinfusion.uk.

8. How Your Data Is Secured

We use secure hosting (Squarespace), encrypted email, and password‑protected devices. Access is limited to the business owner (Rebecca McGuinness).

9. Updates to This Policy

This policy may be updated occasionally. The latest version will always be available on this page.

Contact

For any questions about these policies, contact:
becky@atelierinfusion.uk