Privacy Policy

This privacy policy was last updated on 21 August 2025.

This privacy policy explains how Sophie Abdullahzadeh collects, uses, and protects your personal information. We encourage you to review this policy regularly as it may be updated from time to time.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Personal information refers to any data that can identify you directly or indirectly, such as name, contact details, or other identifiers.

CONTROLLER OF INFORMATION

Sophie Zadeh is the data controller responsible for managing and protecting your personal information and determining how it is processed.

HOW TO CONTACT US

sophie@sophiezadeh.com | +33 7 44 94 28 86

WHAT INFORMATION DO WE COLLECT?

Before sharing any personal information about others, please ensure you have their consent as per this policy. If you are under 18, a parent or guardian must provide authorization.

We may collect, store and use the following kinds of personal information:

  • Website Usage: We use cookies and similar technologies to improve website performance and user experience (see our Cookie Policy). This includes data such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and interaction with the site.

  • Sign-ups: When you register for offers, services, or newsletters, you may provide basic information like your name, email, and phone number. All fields are optional.

  • Enquiries: Basic personal information is collected to respond to your queries made through any communication channel.

  • Clients: Additional information may be collected as necessary to deliver and manage services.

  • Payments: Payment details, including bank or card information, are collected solely to process transactions securely.

  • Job Applications: Information related to your employment history and qualifications may be collected for recruitment purposes.

  • Employees: Additional personal data is collected after employment for legal and administrative purposes.

  • Other Information: Any other data you choose to share with us voluntarily.

HOW LONG DO WE RETAIN INFORMATION?

We keep personal data only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal requirements. You can request erasure of your personal data; however, some information may be retained for legitimate business interests such as fraud prevention, legal compliance, dispute resolution, and enforcing terms of service.

HOW WE PROCESS PERSONAL INFORMATION

  • Website Use: Information collected via cookies is used to enhance our website and services. You can control cookie settings through your browser, but some features may be affected.

  • Communication and Marketing: Data collected during sign-ups or enquiries is used to provide requested information and share relevant offers, services, and news.

  • Clients: Information is processed to deliver services, manage bookings and payments, respond to feedback, conduct research, and comply with legal obligations.

  • Job Applicants: Data is processed to assess suitability, perform background checks, and comply with legal requirements.

  • Employees: Data is processed to fulfil employment contracts, manage payments, handle feedback, and comply with legal obligations.

Data Protection

We strive to protect your data, including using encryption technologies, but cannot guarantee absolute security. You acknowledge inherent risks when transmitting information online and agree not to hold us liable for security breaches beyond our control.

WHO DO WE SHARE INFORMATION WITH?

  • Marketing: We do not share your data with third parties for marketing without your consent.

  • Service Providers: We work with trusted third-party processors (such as Squarespace and Google) who help us run our business. We share personal data with them only as necessary.

  • Website Analytics: We use third-party cookies and tools for analytics and advertising.

  • Business Transfers: In case of ownership transfer or business sale, personal data may be transferred to new owners.

  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose personal data to comply with legal obligations or regulatory requests.

  • Financial Processing: Payment details may be shared with financial institutions to complete transactions.

  • International Transfers: Some third-party processors may be based outside countries with equivalent data protection laws. Your data may be processed internationally in accordance with applicable laws.

YOUR RIGHTS

You have the following rights under data protection laws:

  • Right to be Informed: Know what data we collect and how we use it.

  • Right of Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.

  • Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data where there is no lawful reason to retain it.

  • Right to Restrict Processing: Ask us to pause processing your data temporarily.

  • Right to Data Portability: Obtain your data in a portable, machine-readable format.

  • Right to Object: Raise objections to certain data processing activities.

You can exercise these rights by contacting us at the details above.

How to Unsubscribe from Marketing

  • Email: Click ‘unsubscribe’ in any marketing email you receive or reply with ‘unsubscribe.’

  • SMS: Reply with ‘STOP’ to opt out of text message marketing.

There is no charge to exercise your rights. We may require proof of identity before processing your request.