Privacy policy.

Effective Date: 1st January 2025

At Ricky Locke ("we," "our," or "us"), accessible via www.rickylocke.com, we are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, engage with our services, or interact with us.

By using our website or services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our services.

1. Who We Are

Ricky Locke is the sole owner of www.rickylocke.com. The website is a platform for keynote speaking, workshops, coaching and related information.

In the future, ownership may transition to a company entity, which will be updated in this policy accordingly.

2. What Data We Collect

We may collect the following personal data:

  • Identity Data: Name, company name.

  • Contact Data: Email address, phone number, billing address.

  • Transactional Data: Information related to purchases or transactions, including payment details (processed securely via Stripe).

  • Usage Data: Any additional information provided through forms or inquiries.

3. How We Collect Your Data

We collect data through:

  • Forms: When you submit information through forms on our website (e.g., signing up for newsletters or booking services).

  • Direct Interaction: When you contact us via email or phone.

  • Third Parties: Payment data processed through Stripe and client management data stored within 17hats (CRM).

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your data for the following purposes:

  • To process transactions and payments.

  • To respond to inquiries or provide services you request.

  • To add you to our newsletter or send updates related to workshops, events, or promotional content (with your consent).

  • To manage your account and provide ongoing support.

  • To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

5. Sharing Your Data

We may share your data with third-party services to facilitate the operation of our business:

  • Stripe: For secure payment processing.

  • 17hats: For client relationship management and organization.

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. All third-party services used by us comply with relevant data protection laws.

6. Cookies and Tracking

At this time, we do not use cookies or similar tracking technologies. Should this change, we will update this section and notify users where appropriate.

7. How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal, accounting, or regulatory requirements. You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 8).

8. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.

  • Correction: Request correction of any inaccuracies in your data.

  • Deletion: Request deletion of your data, unless we are legally required to retain it.

  • Marketing Preferences: Opt-out of receiving promotional emails or newsletters.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert Email Address].

9. International Data Transfers

If you are accessing our website from outside the United Kingdom, please note that your data may be transferred to, and processed in, the UK. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your data to the UK.

10. How We Protect Your Data

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to secure your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Effective Date."

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at:

info@rickylocke.co.uk
Ricky Locke
www.rickylocke.com

Thank you for trusting us with your personal data.