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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 04.10.25
 

Hi This Is Bry is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how your data is collected, used and stored in line with UK GDPR and other UK data laws.
 

By using this site, purchasing from me or working with me, you agree to this policy.
 

1. Who I am
 

Hi This Is Bry is a UK-based creative business offering branding, content creation and visual strategy to individuals and small businesses.
 

Legal details:

Hi This Is Bry is operated by Bryden Bird, a sole trader based in the UK.

ICO Registration: Registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) as a data controller under the UK GDPR.

Mailing address: Bryden Bird, 61 Bridge Street, Kington, HR5 3DJ
 

2. What personal data I collect
 

I may collect the following information:

Name, email address and business name

Business address (for invoicing purposes only)

Details shared through enquiry or onboarding forms

Emails or messages you send

Email address when you download via Gumroad or place an Etsy order

Site usage data (browser or device type, pages visited)

Analytics data (Google Analytics and Search Console)
 

Sensitive personal data such as passwords or payment details is never stored on this site.
 

3. How I collect your data
 

This website uses a small number of trusted third-party services to operate. When you interact with the site, complete a form or make a purchase, personal data may be shared with these providers as part of delivering the requested service.
 

Wix – website hosting, analytics and contact forms. Privacy Policy: https://www.wix.com/about/privacy

Formaloo – onboarding forms, quizzes and client intake. Privacy Policy: https://www.formaloo.com/privacy-policy

Gmail – email communication and enquiries. Privacy Policy: https://www.formaloo.com/privacy-policy

Google Meet – consultation scheduling (email only). Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

MailerLite – email subscriptions (manual opt-in only). Privacy Policy: https://www.mailerlite.com/legal/privacy-policy

FreeAgent – invoicing and accounting. Privacy Policy: https://www.freeagent.com/company/privacy/

Etsy – order fulfilment and customer communication. Privacy Policy: https://www.etsy.com/legal/privacy

Gumroad – digital product sales and downloads. Privacy Policy: https://gumroad.com/privacy

Printful – printing and dispatching Etsy orders. Privacy Policy: https://www.printful.com/policies/privacy
 

You are never automatically subscribed to marketing emails when completing a form, quiz or purchase.
 

4. Use of tracking technologies
 

The Meta Pixel (provided by Meta Platforms, Inc.) may be installed on this website to measure the effectiveness of Facebook and Instagram advertising and to understand how visitors interact with the site.

The Meta Pixel collects information such as page views, interactions and conversions. If you are logged into Facebook or Instagram, this data may be linked to your account. Meta may also use this information for its own advertising and measurement purposes. Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy

You can opt out of personalised advertising by changing your Facebook settings or visiting www.youronlinechoices.eu
 

This website also uses Google Analytics in Basic Consent Mode. No analytics cookies run until you provide consent.

Data collected is anonymised and not used for cross-site tracking. Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
 

5. Why I use your data
 

Your data is used to:

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Deliver the services or products you’ve purchased

  • Fulfil physical orders placed via Etsy using Printful

  • Manage bookings, invoices and contracts

  • Send updates if you opted in to the mailing list

  • Improve website performance and user experience

  • Contact you about your order, download or enquiry when necessary
     

6. Lawful basis
 

  • Data is processed under one or more of the following lawful bases:

  • Contract – to provide the services or products you have purchased

  • Consent – for newsletters or marketing (only if you opt in)

  • Legitimate interest – to improve services or clarify requests

  • Legal obligation – to meet accounting, invoicing or tax requirements
     

7. Where your data is stored
 

Your data may be securely stored using:
Wix, Formaloo, FreeAgent, Gmail, MailerLite, Gumroad, Etsy, Printful, Google Analytics, Search Console and OneDrive.
Each provider processes data in line with its own privacy practices (see links above).
 

8. Contact about orders or forms
 

If you place an order or complete a form, I may contact you via email to confirm your purchase, deliver your product or resolve an issue.

Your email is used only for these purposes and never added to marketing lists without consent.
 

9. Email marketing
 

If you subscribe to my mailing list, you may receive occasional updates, tips or resources.
 

Emails are sent only after manual opt-in
 

You can unsubscribe at any time
 

Inactive subscribers may be removed after 12–24 months
 

10. Cookies
 

This website uses cookies to:
 

  • Enable essential features (security, navigation)

  • Improve performance through analytics (Google Analytics – consent-based)

  • Measure marketing effectiveness (Meta Pixel – consent-based)

  • A cookie banner appears when you first visit, allowing you to accept, decline or adjust your preferences.

  • Advertising and analytics cookies only run once you have given consent.

  • For full details, see the separate Cookies Policy on this website.
     

11. Data sharing and third parties
 

Your data is never sold or rented. It may only be shared with trusted GDPR-compliant tools necessary to deliver services, manage accounts or fulfil orders.
 

12. Data retention
 

  • Enquiries (Gmail): up to 12 months

  • Client files and invoices: up to 6 years (HMRC requirement)

  • Active client records: retained as needed for continuity

  • Analytics data: anonymised after 26 months

  • Email subscribers: removed after 12–24 months of inactivity

  • You can request deletion unless legally required to retain certain records.
     

13. Your rights
 

Under UK GDPR, you can:

Request a copy of your personal data

Ask for corrections or deletion

Withdraw consent at any time

Contact the ICO (www.ico.org.uk)

To make a request, email hithisisbry@gmail.com
 

14. Security
 

All data is stored using secure, password-protected systems. Two-factor authentication is used where available. Files are backed up using encrypted cloud storage via OneDrive.
 

15. Children’s data
 

My services are not aimed at children under 13. I do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has submitted data, please contact me and I will delete it promptly.
 

16. Additional notes

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When you download a free product via Gumroad, your email is visible to me only for record-keeping and access.

If I build a Wix website for you, you manage your own billing and payment details directly through Wix.

I never collect medical or sensitive data. Some resources may reference wellbeing or neurodiversity, but no personal health data is gathered.
 

17. Changes to this policy
 

This Privacy Policy may be updated if my tools, services or legal obligations change. The most recent version will always be displayed on this page.

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18. Contact details
 

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you can contact me at:
 

Email: hithisisbry@gmail.com

Mailing address: 61 Bridge Street, Kington, HR5 3DJ
Business name: Hi This Is Bry
Data Controller: Bryden Bird

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