Modern Scribe — Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 2025

Introductory Disclaimer
By using this website (www.modernscribe.co.uk), you consent to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Who We Are

Modern Scribe (“we”, “our”, “us”) is a creative calligraphy business based in the United Kingdom. We provide educational calligraphy courses and related materials.

Contact: studio@modernscribe.co.uk

2. Data We Collect

We collect personal information necessary to operate our business and provide our services, including:

  • Name and email address (for course enrolments, newsletter sign-ups, and correspondence).

  • Postal address (for kit dispatch).

  • Payment information (processed securely by PayPal or Squarespace Payments).

  • Technical data (through cookies and analytics services such as Google Analytics and Meta Pixel).

3. How We Use Your Data

We use personal data to:

  • Process orders and deliver products.

  • Provide access to digital course content.

  • Communicate updates, order confirmations, and service information.

  • Send marketing emails or newsletters where explicit consent has been given.

  • Analyse website performance and advertising effectiveness.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process data under the following lawful bases:

  • Contractual necessity: to fulfil orders and provide purchased courses.

  • Legitimate interests: to improve website performance and user experience.

  • Consent: for marketing communications (opt-in required).

5. How We Share Your Data

We share limited data with trusted third-party processors necessary for our operations, including:

  • Squarespace (website hosting and forms).

  • PayPal and Squarespace Payments (payment processing).

  • Meta (advertising and analytics).

  • Google Analytics (website analytics).

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

6. Cookies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and measure performance.

By using our site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect functionality.

7. Marketing Communications

We send marketing emails and newsletters only to individuals who have actively opted in through our website forms.

Each marketing email includes an unsubscribe link allowing you to withdraw consent at any time.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described above or to comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

Data related to financial transactions is typically retained for up to six years, in line with HMRC guidance.

9. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.

  • Request correction or deletion.

  • Withdraw consent to marketing.

  • Request transfer of your data to another provider.

Requests should be submitted to studio@modernscribe.co.uk.

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure.

While we take reasonable precautions, no online transmission can be guaranteed as 100% secure.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

12. Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy should be sent to studio@modernscribe.co.uk.