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OVERBECK STUDIOS

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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1 October 2026

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Business Name: Overbeck Studios (Sole Trader)

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Website: https://www.overbeckstudios.com

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At Overbeck Studios, I am committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.

This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal information when you visit my website, use my architectural visualisation services, or communicate with me.

 

Overbeck Studios acts as the Data Controller for the personal data collected through this website and during business operations.

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1. The Personal Data I Collect

I may collect and process the following personal data about you:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address when you fill out a contact form, request a quote, or hire my services.

  • Project & Billing Information: Business name, project site addresses, architectural plans/briefs, invoicing details, and bank transfer information for payments.

  • Technical & Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and details about how you interact with this website (collected automatically via cookies through Wix).

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2. How I Collect Your Data

Your personal data is collected when you:

  • Direct contact or submit a form via www.overbeckstudios.com.

  • Request a quotation or commission architectural visualisation, 3D renderings, interactive tours, or motion services.

  • Email, phone, or correspond with Overbeck Studios directly.

  • Interact with cookie banners or analytics tools on my website.

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3. How I Use Your Data & Legal Basis

I only use your personal data when UK law permits me to do so. Most commonly, I process your data under the following legal bases:

Purpose / ActivityType of DataLegal Basis for Processing

To respond to enquiries & quotesName, Email, PhoneLegitimate Interests: Responding to prospective client requests.

To deliver 3D visualization services & contractsName, Address, Email, Project BriefsPerformance of a Contract: Fulfilling my agreement with you.

To process payments & bookkeepingBilling info, Bank detailsLegal Obligation: Meeting UK tax and accounting requirements (HMRC).

To maintain & improve the websiteTechnical / Analytics dataConsent / Legitimate Interests: Monitoring performance and user experience.

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4. How Your Data is Stored & Shared

I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

I may share your data with trusted service providers strictly necessary to operate my business:

  • Website Platform: Hosted via Wix.com, which securely stores data on servers complying with international data protection standards.

  • Financial & Accounting Services: HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), banking platforms, and accounting software for tax compliance.

  • Communication & Storage: Secure cloud storage providers (e.g., Google Workspace, Dropbox) used for storing project files and communications.

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5. International Data Transfers

When using third-party platforms like Wix or secure cloud storage, your data may be transferred or stored outside the UK. I ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or International Data Transfer Agreements (IDTAs), to ensure your data receives the same level of protection required under UK law.

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6. Data Retention

I will only retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected:

  • Enquiry Data: Retained for up to 12 months if no contract is formed.

  • Client & Project Data: Retained for up to 7 years following project completion to comply with UK HMRC accounting and legal tax requirements.

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7. Your Legal Rights Under UK Law

Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), you have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data held about you.

  • Correction: Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

  • Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): Request deletion of your personal data where there is no legal reason for me to keep it.

  • Restriction or Objection: Object to or restrict the processing of your personal data under certain conditions.

  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.

To exercise any of these rights, please email me at info@overbeckstudios.com

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8. Cookies

My website uses standard cookies provided by Wix to ensure optimal site performance, security, and basic usage analytics. You can manage or disable cookies at any time through your web browser settings or via the cookie banner on this site.

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9. How to Contact Me or Make a Complaint

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact Overbeck Studios:

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If you believe your data has been handled incorrectly, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), the UK supervisory authority for data protection issues (www.ico.org.uk). I would, however, appreciate the chance to address your concerns directly first.

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