Last Updated: 3 June 2026

1. Introduction

Tattoo Mania Studio ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Irish Data Protection Act 2018.

Our studio is located at 20 Northgate Street, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, Ireland N37 E4H5.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number (when you book or contact us)
• Appointment Details: Tattoo style, placement, size, description, preferred date, reference images
• Health Information: Relevant medical conditions or allergies that may affect your tattoo session (collected only with your explicit consent)
• Communication Records: Messages sent via WhatsApp, Instagram, email, or our contact form
• Website Data: Cookies and analytics data (see our Cookie Policy below)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

• To process and manage your tattoo appointments
• To communicate with you about your booking, design, and aftercare
• To provide customer support and respond to enquiries
• To send appointment reminders (with your consent)
• To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
• To improve our website and services (analytics)

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

• Contract: Processing necessary to fulfil your booking agreement with us
• Consent: You have given explicit consent for specific purposes (e.g., health information, marketing messages)
• Legitimate Interests: Communicating with you about your appointment and improving our services
• Legal Obligation: Compliance with Irish tax, health, and safety regulations

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary:

• Booking information: 6 years (Irish tax law requirement)
• Health information: Deleted after your appointment unless you consent to retention for future sessions
• Marketing communications: Until you withdraw consent or unsubscribe
• Website analytics: 26 months (Google Analytics standard retention)

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. We may share your information only with:

• Service Providers: Payment processors, email providers, website hosting (all GDPR-compliant)
• Legal Authorities: If required by Irish law or regulatory bodies
• With Your Consent: For example, sharing your tattoo photos on social media (only with explicit permission)

7. International Data Transfers

Some of our service providers (e.g., website hosting, email) may process data outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.

8. Your Rights (GDPR)

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (does not affect past processing)

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at contact@tattoomaniastudio.com or +353 83 095 0582.

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data, including:

• Secure encrypted connections (HTTPS/SSL) for our website
• Limited access to personal data (only authorised staff)
• Secure storage systems with password protection
• Regular security reviews and updates

10. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve your experience. See our Cookie Policy below for details.

11. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16. If you are under 16, you must have parental/guardian consent to provide us with personal information.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

13. Contact Us

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: contact@tattoomaniastudio.com
• Phone: +353 83 095 0582
• Address: 20 Northgate Street, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, Ireland N37 E4H5

14. Your Right to Complain

If you believe we have not complied with data protection law, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Irish Data Protection Commission:

• Website: www.dataprotection.ie
• Phone: +353 57 868 4757
• Address: 21 Fitzwilliam Square South, Dublin 2, D02 RD28, Ireland

This Privacy Policy was last updated on 3 June 2026 and complies with the GDPR and Irish Data Protection Act 2018.