Privacy Policy - Pinto Lighting Design

Pinto Lighting Design is the data controller responsible for the personal information collected through this website.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled securely and lawfully.

1. Information We Collect
1.1 Contact Form Information

If you contact us through the website form, we may collect the following information:

-Name
-Email address
-Any information you include in your message

This data is used solely to respond to your enquiry.

1.2 Server Log Information

When you visit the website, our hosting provider automatically records technical information such as:

-IP address
-Browser type
-Device type
-Date and time of access
-Pages visited

This information is generated by the server for security, diagnostics, and performance monitoring.
It does not identify you as an individual.

1.3 Hostinger Analytics (No Cookies)

We use Hostinger’s built‑in analytics to understand general website usage.
This tool does not use cookies and does not track identifiable personal data.

2. Cookies

This website uses essential cookies only, required for basic functionality and security.
We do not use analytics cookies, marketing cookies, or tracking technologies.
Essential cookies cannot be disabled because they are necessary for the website to operate correctly.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

-Legitimate interest — to respond to enquiries submitted through the contact form
-Legal obligation — where required to comply with applicable laws

We do not use your data for marketing or profiling.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to:

-respond to your enquiry
-maintain website security and functionality
-ensure proper operation of the website

We do not sell, share, or use your data for advertising.

5. Data Retention

Contact form submissions are retained only for as long as necessary to respond to your enquiry, after which they are securely deleted.

Server logs are retained by our hosting provider for a short period for security and diagnostic purposes and are automatically deleted according to Hostinger’s standard retention policy.

6. Links to External Websites

Our website contains links to Instagram and LinkedIn.
These platforms have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their data practices.

7. Your Rights (UK GDPR / EU GDPR)

You have the right to:

-access your personal data
-request correction or deletion
-restrict or object to processing
-request data portability

To exercise these rights, contact us at office@pintolightingdesign.co.uk.

8. Information Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data.
However, no internet transmission is completely secure.

9. Legal Disclosure

We may disclose personal information if required by law or necessary to:

-comply with legal processes
-protect our rights
-ensure the safety of users
-investigate fraud or misuse

10. Contact

For questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact:

office@pintolightingdesign.co.uk