Website Privacy Policy

Introduction

Ossian Architects is committed to protecting the privacy and security of visitors to our website (www.ossianarchitects.com). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

What Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data when you visit our website:

  • Contact details (e.g., name, email address, phone number) if you submit an enquiry via our contact form

  • Technical data (e.g., IP address, browser type, operating system, device information) collected through cookies and analytics tools

  • Usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent on our site, referral source)

How We Use Your Data

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To respond to enquiries submitted via our website

  • To improve website functionality, user experience, and security

  • To analyse website traffic and usage through analytics tools

  • To comply with legal obligations or enforce our website terms

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

  • Consent – When you submit an enquiry or accept cookies

  • Legitimate interest – To improve website performance and security

  • Legal obligation – Where processing is necessary to comply with legal requirements

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. These include:

  • Essential cookies – Necessary for website functionality

  • Analytics cookies – Used to track visitor interactions and improve performance

  • Marketing cookies – Used for targeted advertising (if applicable)

By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell or trade your personal data. However, we may share it with trusted third-party service providers, including:

  • Website hosting and security providers

  • Analytics providers such as Google Analytics

  • Regulatory authorities if required by law

Where data is transferred outside the UK or EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy. Contact form submissions are stored for up to 12 months unless required for ongoing correspondence.

Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your personal data

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Withdraw consent (where applicable)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at studio@ossianarchitects.com.

Security Measures

We implement technical and organisational measures to protect personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. However, no online data transmission is entirely secure, and users should take appropriate precautions when submitting personal information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.

Contact Us

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how we process your data, please email studio@ossianarchitects.com.