Privacy Policy

Introduction
Your privacy is very important to me. This policy explains how I collect, use, and protect any personal information you provide when making an enquiry or booking a ceremony. I am committed to ensuring that your information is handled securely and respectfully, in line with UK data protection laws (including the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018).

Information I Collect
When you enquire about or book a ceremony, I may collect the following information:
– Your full name and contact details (address, phone number, and email)
– Details about your ceremony (date, venue, type of ceremony, names of participants, etc.)
– Any personal preferences or information you choose to share for your ceremony script
– Payment details (for processing deposits and balances)

How Your Information is Used
Your personal information is used only for the purposes of:
– Communicating with you about your ceremony and related arrangements
– Preparing your ceremony script and personalising the service
– Processing payments and maintaining booking records
– Occasionally contacting you after your ceremony (for feedback, testimonials, or updates)
Your information will never be sold, shared, or used for marketing without your explicit consent.

Storing Your Information
All personal details are stored securely and only kept for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which they were collected. After your ceremony, digital files and paperwork are kept for a limited time (typically up to 2 years) for record-keeping, unless you request otherwise.
Any financial information (e.g., invoices or payment records) is retained as required by UK tax law.

Photographs and Testimonials
Photographs or testimonials will only be used on my website or social media with your explicit written consent. You are under no obligation to agree, and you can withdraw your consent at any time.

Your Rights
You have the right to:
– Request a copy of the information I hold about you
– Ask for corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete information
– Request deletion of your personal data once it’s no longer needed
– Withdraw consent for any data use at any time
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact me directly using the contact details below.

Contact
If you have any questions or concerns about how your information is handled, please contact me at:
Paul Alland
Alternative Celebrant
Email: info@alternativecelebrant.com
Phone: 07591239075

Updates to This Policy
This privacy policy may occasionally be updated to reflect changes in regulations or my business practices. The latest version will always be available on this website.