Privacy Policy | Ink Atelier Luxury Tattoo Studio

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect information you provide directly, including:

Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
Date of birth (for age verification)
Government-issued ID (for consent and age verification)
Medical information relevant to tattooing (allergies, medications, health conditions)
Payment information for deposits and services
Photos of tattoo designs and completed work (with your consent)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Schedule and manage your appointments
Process payments and deposits
Verify your age and identity
Assess medical safety and suitability for tattooing
Create custom tattoo designs
Send appointment reminders and aftercare instructions
Showcase our work on our website and social media (with explicit permission)
Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

3. Medical Information

Medical information you provide is handled with the highest confidentiality and is used solely to ensure your safety during the tattooing process. This information is:

Stored securely in locked cabinets or encrypted digital systems
Accessible only to necessary staff members
Never shared with third parties without your consent, except as required by law
Retained for the period required by health regulations

4. Photo Release & Portfolio Use

We may photograph completed tattoos for our portfolio and social media. We will:

Always obtain your written consent before taking photos
Give you the option to remain anonymous or be credited
Allow you to specify which photos can be shared and where
Remove photos upon request at any time
Never share identifying information without permission

5. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information:

With your explicit consent
To comply with legal obligations or court orders
To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others
With service providers who assist our operations (payment processors, booking systems) under strict confidentiality agreements

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

Physical records stored in locked, secure locations
Digital records encrypted and password-protected
Limited staff access on a need-to-know basis
Regular security audits and updates
Secure payment processing through PCI-compliant providers

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access and review your personal information
Request corrections to inaccurate information
Request deletion of your information (subject to legal retention requirements)
Withdraw consent for photo/portfolio use at any time
Opt out of marketing communications
Receive a copy of your information in a portable format

8. Minors

We do not provide tattoo services to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If we become aware that we have collected information from someone under 18, we will delete it immediately.

9. Cookies & Website Data

Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. These cookies:

Remember your preferences and settings
Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
Enable booking and appointment features

You can control cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

10. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Consent forms and medical information are kept for the period required by state health regulations (typically 3-7 years). Design files and appointment records may be retained longer for our records.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through our website. The "Effective Date" at the top indicates when the policy was last revised.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Ink Atelier

Email: privacy@inkatelier.com

Phone: (555) 123-4567

Address: 123 Art District, Creative Quarter

For privacy-related inquiries, please reference "Privacy Policy" in your subject line.

Your Privacy Matters

At Ink Atelier, we understand that getting a tattoo is a deeply personal experience. We are committed to maintaining the confidentiality and security of your information. Our reputation is built on trust, professionalism, and respect for our clients.