Privacy Policy for Art of Weddings (AOW)

Last updated: [2024]

At Art of Weddings (AOW), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you interact with us — whether as a wedding show attendee, supplier, or partner.

1. Who We Are

Art of Weddings (AOW) organises wedding shows across the Southwest of England. We are based in the UK and operate in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. What Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following information:

  • Names and email addresses of attendees registering for free tickets

  • Email addresses and business information from exhibitors, suppliers, or partners

  • Preferences related to our shows (e.g., event interests, locations)

We do not collect payment information, nor do we collect sensitive personal data.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • To manage event registrations and issue tickets

  • To send important event updates and reminders

  • To communicate with exhibitors and suppliers about participation opportunities

  • To send marketing emails about future shows or related events (with your consent)

  • To share relevant data with our trusted partner, eeek! Weddings, for wedding-related promotional purposes (see Section 4)

4. Sharing Your Data

We do not share your data with exhibitors, vendors, or unrelated third parties.
However, we do share your contact details (typically name and email) with eeek! Weddings, our affiliated wedding directory partner. This is only done for the purpose of helping couples discover local wedding services.

You can opt out of these communications at any time (see Section 7).

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:

  • Consent – when you opt in to receive marketing emails or register for a show

  • Legitimate interests – to inform you of similar events you’ve previously attended or expressed interest in

  • Contractual necessity – where we need to fulfil event-related obligations (e.g., ticket registration)

6. Data Storage and Retention

Your data is stored securely on password-protected systems. We retain your information:

  • For up to 3 years after your last interaction (unless you ask us to delete it sooner)

  • Or until you withdraw your consent for marketing communications

7. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent for marketing at any time

  • Object to certain types of data processing

To exercise these rights, please email: jules@artofweddings.co.uk

8. Cookies & Website

If you visit our website, we may use cookies to improve your browsing experience.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or your data, contact:

Art of Weddings
Email: jules@artofweddings.co.uk
Website: www.artofweddings.co.uk

If you're not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): www.ico.org.uk