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Privacy PolicyLast updated: 22 June 2026

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1. Who I am (Data Controller)

I am Pierina Penny, a singer, vocal coach, and recording artist.

For the purposes of UK data protection law, I am the data controller of the personal data collected through this website.

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If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact me at:

Email: pierinapenny@hotmail.co.uk

 

2. What personal data I collect

I may collect and process the following personal data:

a) Information you provide directly

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Any information you include in contact form messages

  • Information provided when joining my mailing list

  • Purchase details (e.g. music downloads or order references)

b) Payment information

Payments for music are processed securely via PayPal. I do not store your full payment card details.

c) Technical data

When you visit my website, certain technical data may be collected automatically via Wix analytics, such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on site

  • General geographic location (based on IP)

d) Cookies

My website uses cookies to:

  • Enable website functionality

  • Analyse website traffic and performance

  • Improve user experience​

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  • 3. How I use your data

  • I use your personal data to:

  • Respond to enquiries submitted via the contact form

  • Provide vocal coaching services or communicate with clients

  • Process and deliver purchases of music

  • Manage my mailing list (send updates, offers, and news if you have opted in)

  • Monitor website performance and improve content and services

  • Comply with legal obligations

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  • 4. Legal basis for processing

  • Under UK GDPR, I rely on the following legal bases:

  • Consent: for mailing list subscriptions and optional cookies

  • Contract: when processing purchases or responding to service enquiries

  • Legitimate interests: to operate and improve my website and services

  • Legal obligation: where required for tax or accounting purposes

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  • 5. Mailing list

  • If you sign up to my mailing list:

  • You will only receive marketing emails if you have actively opted in

  • You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email or by contacting me directly

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6. Third-party services

I use trusted third-party providers to run my website and services:

Wix

My website is hosted on Wix, which provides website infrastructure, analytics, and data storage services.

PayPal

Payments are processed by PayPal, which acts as an independent data controller for payment processing.

Email marketing / mailing list provider

If I use an external email service provider, they will only process your data to send emails on my behalf.

These providers may process data outside the UK. Where this occurs, appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.

 

7. Data storage and retention

I keep personal data only for as long as necessary:

  • Contact form enquiries: up to 12–24 months

  • Client/service records: up to 6 years (for tax and accounting purposes)

  • Mailing list data: until you unsubscribe

  • Analytics data: retained according to Wix settings

 

8. Your data protection rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data I hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data (where applicable)

  • Object to or restrict certain processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time (e.g. mailing list)

  • Request data portability (where applicable)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact me using the email above.

 

9. Cookies

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Some parts of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

On your first visit, you may be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to manage your preferences.

 

10. Data security

I take reasonable steps to protect your personal data, including:

  • Using secure platforms (Wix and PayPal)

  • Limiting access to personal data

  • Using secure passwords and authentication where applicable

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

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11. Changes to this Privacy Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

 

12. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you can contact:

Pierina Penny
Email: pierinapenny@hotmail.co.uk

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