Privacy Policy

Studio Sixty Eight
Address: Bamboo Park Commercial Unit, Reenmeen East, Glengarriff, Co. Cork, P75 AF84
Phone: +353 85 722 7884 
Website: studiosixtyeight.ie 
Email: info@studiosixtyeight.ie 
Effective date: 01 June 2025

1. Who we are (Data Controller)

Studio Sixty Eight (“we”, “us”) operates studiosixtyeight.ie and provides studio hire and related services in Glengarriff, Co. Cork.

2. Personal data we collect
  • Enquiries & contact forms: name, email, phone, message content.

  • Bookings (via Acuity / Squarespace Scheduling): your contact details, chosen service, date/time. We do not collect or store payment card details—those are handled by Acuity and/or its payment provider.

  • Newsletter sign-ups: name and email (if you subscribe).

  • Technical data: IP address, device/browser info, and basic server logs for security/performance.

  • Social messages: if you contact us via Instagram or similar.

3. Why we use your data (legal bases)
  • Provide services & respond to enquiries (contract).

  • Manage bookings & send confirmations/reminders (contract).

  • Send newsletters/updates (consent; you can unsubscribe anytime).

  • Security, troubleshooting, record-keeping (legitimate interests).

  • Legal compliance (e.g., accounting, safeguarding).

4. Who processes your data for us

We use trusted providers who act on our instructions:

    • Acuity / Squarespace Scheduling – online booking pages, reminders, and (where applicable) payment processing. See their privacy policy.

    • Email/newsletter service (if used).

    • Web hosting & site tools (e.g., our hosting provider) to operate the website.
      We do not sell your personal data.

5. International transfers

Some providers may store data outside the EEA. Where they do, we rely on lawful safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).

6. Retention
  • Enquiries: up to 12 months after last contact.

  • Booking records: as required for business/legal purposes (typically up to 6 years).

  • Newsletter data: until you unsubscribe or your address becomes inactive.
    We keep data longer only if required by law or to establish/defend legal claims.

7. Your rights (GDPR)

You can request access, correction, deletion, restriction, portability, and object to certain processing. Where we rely on consent (e.g., newsletters), you can withdraw consent at any time.
To exercise your rights, email info@studiosixtyeight.ie. You may also complain to the Data Protection Commission (Ireland).

8. Cookies & tracking

We use only essential cookies needed to run the site and embedded services. If we add analytics or advertising cookies in future, we will update this notice and request consent via a cookie banner.

9. Third-party embeds & links

Our site may include third-party embeds (e.g., Acuity booking widget, maps, social media). These services may collect data under their own privacy policies when you interact with them. Please review those policies on their sites.

10. Children

Our services are intended for adults. If you believe a child has provided personal data, contact us and we will delete it.

11. Changes

We may update this Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page with the effective date.

Contact: info@studiosixtyeight.ie • +353 85 722 7884