Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Hello and welcome to The Michele Method. I care about your privacy and am committed to protecting any personal data you share with me. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your data in line with UK GDPR and other relevant privacy laws.

By visiting my website or using my services, you agree to the terms outlined here.

2. Who I Am

I’m the founder and sole operator of The Michele Method, a design and content studio based in the UK. You can find my contact details at the bottom of this page.

3. What Data I Collect


I may collect and store the following types of data:

  • Contact Details – your name, email address, and phone number

  • Technical Information – your IP address, browser type, device data

  • Usage Data – information on how you interact with my website

  • Marketing Preferences – if you opt into communications from me


4. How I Collect Your Data


I collect data through:

  • Contact forms or direct communication

  • Cookies and similar technologies

  • Tools like Google Analytics


5. Why I Use Your Data


I use your data to:

  • Respond to your enquiries or requests

  • Provide and improve my services

  • Analyse website performance

  • Send updates or marketing (only if you’ve opted in)

  • Meet legal obligations


6. Legal Basis for Processing


Under UK GDPR, I rely on the following lawful bases:

  • Consent – when you agree to receive updates or marketing

  • Contract – if I need to process data to provide my services

  • Legal obligation

  • Legitimate interests – where it helps me run and improve my business


7. Sharing Your Data

I do not sell your data. I may share it with:

  • Trusted third-party providers (e.g., website hosting, analytics tools)

  • Legal authorities if required to do so


8. International Transfers

If any data is transferred outside the UK (for example, via cloud-based services), I ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect it.


9. Data Retention


I only keep your data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described here or to meet legal requirements.


10. Your Rights


You have the right to:

  • Request access to your data

  • Correct or delete your data

  • Withdraw your consent at any time

  • Object to how your data is used

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

To exercise your rights, please get in touch using the contact details below.


11. Third-Party Links


My website may contain links to other websites. I’m not responsible for their privacy practices, so please review their policies if you click through.


12. Changes to This Policy


I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted here with the date clearly marked.


13. Contact Me


If you have any questions about this policy or your data, you can contact me at:

The Michele Method
Email: contact@themichelemethod.com
Website: www.michelemethod.com