Cookie Policy

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how The Painless Artist (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit www.thepainlessartist.co.uk.

It explains what cookies are used, why we use them, and how you can control your preferences.

We comply with the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR). Non-essential cookies are only used where you have given valid consent.

What are cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.

They are widely used to make websites function correctly, improve performance, remember preferences, and analyse how websites are used.

Types of cookies we use

We use the following categories of cookies:

Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are typically used for core functionality, security, and remembering your cookie preferences.

These cookies do not require consent.

Analytics cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve performance, usability, and content.

We may use services such as Wix Analytics.

They collect information such as page views, traffic sources, device information, and general usage patterns. This data is aggregated and does not directly identify individuals.

These cookies are only used with your consent.

Marketing cookies
These cookies may be used to track the effectiveness of our marketing and advertising campaigns.

They may be set by us or third-party platforms such as Meta (Facebook and Instagram), or similar advertising providers if integrated.

These cookies are only used with your consent.

Managing cookies

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie consent banner or settings tool.

You may choose to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the website to function.

You can also control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

Third-party cookies

Some cookies may be set by third-party services that we use to operate and improve our website, such as website hosting providers, analytics tools, booking systems, or marketing platforms.

These third parties may process data in accordance with their own privacy and cookie policies.

We recommend reviewing the relevant third-party policies where applicable.

Your rights

Your data protection rights are explained in our Privacy Policy.

This includes your rights to access, correct, or delete your personal data, and to withdraw consent where applicable.

Consent

Where required by law, non-essential cookies will only be placed on your device if you have provided valid, informed consent through our cookie banner or settings tool.

You can withdraw or change your consent at any time. We do not sell personal data collected via cookies.

Changes to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact:

The Painless Artist
Email: thepainlessartist@gmail.com