1. Who we are
FinanceVault Dance Academy (“we”, “us”, “our”) is the controller of your personal data for UK users. We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
- Registered trading name: FinanceVault Dance Academy
- Principal place of business: 12 Brook Street, London, W1K 4BL, United Kingdom
- Data protection contact: [email protected]
- Telephone (UK): +44 20 3695 7148
2. What data we collect
We collect and process data necessary to operate our website, deliver classes and services, and respond to enquiries.
- Identity and contact data: name, email, phone, region (UK/non-UK).
- Transactional data: bookings, payments, refunds, invoices.
- Usage data: pages viewed, device type, approximate location, session analytics.
- Marketing preferences: consent choices, unsubscribe status.
3. Legal bases for processing
- Contract: to provide classes, manage bookings, and support.
- Consent: for certain analytics and marketing communications.
- Legitimate interests: site security, service improvement, fraud prevention.
- Legal obligation: tax, accounting, and regulatory compliance.
4. Cookies and similar technologies
We use necessary cookies for site functionality and optional cookies for analytics and marketing. You can manage preferences at any time.
- Necessary: required for security and core features (always active).
- Analytics: helps us understand usage to improve our site.
- Marketing: helps us deliver relevant updates and offers.
5. Your rights (UK)
You have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, port, and object to processing. You may also withdraw consent at any time and lodge a complaint with the ICO.
- Submit a data request via the button at the top of this page.
- We will respond within one month, or notify you if an extension is necessary.
- No fee is required unless requests are manifestly unfounded or excessive.
6. International transfers
Where data is transferred outside the UK, we implement appropriate safeguards such as International Data Transfer Agreements (IDTAs) or Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) with supplementary measures where necessary.
7. Data retention
We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described, including legal, accounting, and reporting requirements. Typical retention periods range from 6 months to 7 years depending on the record type.
8. Security
We apply layered security measures including encryption in transit, least-privilege access, auditing, and anomaly detection. If we become aware of a personal data breach likely to result in a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify you and the ICO where required.
9. Contact and complaints
If you have questions or wish to exercise your rights, please contact our privacy team using the details above. You can also complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
- ICO website: ico.org.uk
- Phone: +44 303 123 1113
10. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in laws or our practices. We will post the updated version here and adjust the “Next policy review” timer accordingly.