Ed Staunton Vocal Studio – Privacy Notice

This privacy notice explains how your personal information is used when you make an enquiry through this website.

Contact details

Ed Staunton Vocal Studio is the trading name of Ed Staunton, a sole trader based in the United Kingdom.
Email: ed@sohovocaltuition.com

What information we collect, use, and why

We collect and use the following information to respond to enquiries and assess suitability for coaching:

  • Name and contact details

  • Information you provide in your enquiry

  • Basic website usage information (such as analytics and user interaction)

We may also use this information to manage queries, correspondence or complaints.

Lawful basis

We rely on legitimate interests to process your information.

This allows us to:

  • respond to enquiries

  • assess whether coaching is appropriate

  • manage communication with prospective clients

This is done in a way that does not override your rights or interests.

Your data protection rights

You have the right to access, correct, delete or restrict the use of your personal information, and to object to how it is used. You also have the right to request transfer of your data to another organisation.We will respond to any request within one month. To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details above.

Where we get personal information from

  • Directly from you

How long we keep information

Enquiry information is retained only as long as necessary to respond and maintain appropriate business records, typically up to 12 months.

If you proceed to book sessions, your data will be handled separately under the privacy policy of the organisation through which bookings are arranged.

Who we share information with

We do not sell or distribute your personal information.

We may share information with:

Data processors

  • Squarespace, Inc. — provides website hosting, manages the contact form, and stores enquiry information

Professional consultants

  • In rare cases, and where appropriate, information may be discussed with relevant professional consultants (such as voice specialists), with your knowledge

Sharing information outside the UK

Some of our service providers process personal information outside the UK.

Where this occurs, appropriate safeguards are in place.

Processor: Squarespace, Inc.
Category: Website hosting and data storage
Country: United States
Safeguard: Addendum to the EU Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)

How to complain

If you have concerns about how your personal data is used, please contact us using the details above.

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):

Information Commissioner’s Office
Wycliffe House
Water Lane
Wilmslow
Cheshire
SK9 5AF

Helpline: 0303 123 1113

Website: https://www.ico.org.uk/make-a-complaint