This document serves as our privacy policy, detailing our approach to collecting, utilising, and safeguarding your personal information. Our aim is to provide clear insight into our data handling practices and your entitlements.

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About 16a:

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16a fulfils the role of data controller and processor in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and the UK GDPR. Our commitment lies in protecting your privacy and securing your personal data.

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Personal Data We Collect:

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‍The personal data we gather is essential for the provision of our services upon your request, encompassing:

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• Full Name
• Email Address
• Phone Number
• Contact Us Message

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There's no legal or contractual obligation for you to supply personal information, yet it's crucial for us to deliver our services effectively.

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Collection of Your Data:

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‍We may obtain your personal data directly from you or via authorised intermediaries, through postal service, face-to-face interaction, email, secure platforms, or public sources.

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Objective of Data Collection:

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‍Our legitimate interest in managing and enhancing our services necessitates the processing of your personal data. This is relevant but not limited to situations where you're a shareholder, investor, service recipient, or in a contractual relationship with us. Our goal is to optimise client experiences, manage our operations, and meet contractual duties.

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Utilisation of Your Personal Data:

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‍Our primary use of your data is to fulfil our service obligations to you. We generally do not rely on consent for processing, except for marketing communications via email or text message, from which you can withdraw consent at any time.

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Marketing Communications:

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‍Should you request information, consent to communications, or maintain a contractual relationship with us, you might receive marketing messages. You're free to opt out at any moment.

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Retention of Data:‍

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We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected, including compliance with legal and regulatory obligations. Retention periods are determined by the nature of the data and our legal duties.

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Securing Your Data:

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‍We employ stringent security measures to prevent unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure of your data, ensuring access is limited to individuals with a legitimate need.

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Your Rights:

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‍You possess rights under data protection laws concerning your personal data, including the right to access, correct, delete, or object to its processing. For exercising these rights, please reach out to us.

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Contacting Us:

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‍Should you have any inquiries or concerns about your data or this privacy policy, kindly contact us at admin[at]studio16architecture.co.uk.

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