PRIVACY POLICY NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIPTION

INK VON HEART TATTOO & PIERCING STUDIO

Last update: 25/08/2025 ST.GALLEN CHF

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1. RESPONSIBLE PARTY AND CONTACT DETAILS

Ink von Heart Tattoo Studio

Linsebühlstrasse 50
9000 St. Gallen, Schweiz

E-Mail: info@inkvonheart.ch
Telefon: +41 77 232 94 75

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2. DATA COLLECTION AND PROCESSING
2.1 What data we collect

When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect:

  • Email address (required)

  • First name (required)

  • Surname (mandatory)

  • Language preference (optional)

  • Date and time of registration

    IP address (for security purposes)

2.2 How we collect data
  • Direct registration via our website form

  • Personal registration at our studio

  • Registrations via social media

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3. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

In accordance with the Swiss Data Protection Act (DSG) and the EU GDPR, we process your data on the basis of:

  • Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR): You have expressly consented to receiving the newsletter.

  • Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR): To maintain customer relationships and promote our services

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4. PURPOSE OF DATA PROCESSING

We use your data to:

  • To send you our newsletter with studio updates, promotions and tattoo aftercare tips

  • To inform you about new services and special offers

  • Providing relevant content based on your interests

  • Comply with legal obligations

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5. DATA TRANSFER AND THIRD PARTIES
5.1 service provider

We may share your data with the following partners:

Email marketing platforms (e.g. Mailchimp, Sendinblue)

  • Analysis services (anonymized data only)

  • IT service provider for technical support

5.2 Legal requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by Swiss law or court order.

5.3 WE NEVER SELL YOUR DATA

We never sell, rent, lease or trade your personal data to third parties for any purpose. Your data remains confidential and will only be used for the purposes described in this statement.

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6. DATA STORAGE
  • Active subscribers: Data is stored until unsubscribing

  • Logged-out users: Data will be deleted within 30 days of logging out.

  • Legal requirements: Some data may be stored for longer if required by Swiss law.

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7. YOUR RIGHTS UNDER SWISS LAW

According to the Swiss Data Protection Act (DSG), you have the right to:

7.1 information (Art. 25 DSG)

Request information about what personal data we process

7.2 correction

Correcting incorrect or incomplete data

7.3 deletion

Request the deletion of your data (right to be forgotten)

7.4 data portability

To receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format

7.5 objection

Objecting to processing based on legitimate interests

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Withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of the previous processing

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8. CANCELLATION

You can unsubscribe at any time by:

  • Click on the ‘Unsubscribe’ link in each newsletter.

  • E-Mail an info@inkvonheart.ch

  • Personal visit to our studio

  • Call us +41 77 232 94 75

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9. DATA SECURITY

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures:

  • SSL encryption for data transmission

  • Secure servers with regular backups

  • Access control and authentication

  • Regular security updates and monitoring

  • Employee training on data protection

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10. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

If we use service providers outside Switzerland/the EU:

  • Let us ensure adequate levels of protection

  • Use standard contract clauses (SCC) where applicable

  • Comply with Swiss adequacy decisions

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11. COOKIES AND TRACKING

You can use our newsletter registration form:

  • Essential cookies for functionality

  • Analytical cookies (with consent)

  • No tracking cookies for advertising

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12. MINORS

We do not knowingly collect data from persons under the age of 16 without parental consent, in accordance with Swiss law.

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13. CHANGES TO THIS STATEMENT

We may update this privacy policy to:

  • Reflecting changes in Swiss data protection law

  • Incorporate new services or functions

  • Take into account improved safety measures

You will be informed of any significant changes by email or via a notice on the website.

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14. COMPLAINTS AND ENFORCEMENT
14.1 Please contact us first

If you have any concerns, please contact us at: info@inkvonheart.ch

14.2 Swiss Data Protection Authority

You can submit a complaint to:

Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (EDÖB)

Adresse: Feldeggweg 1, 3003 Bern, Schweiz
Website: www.edoeb.admin.ch

14.3 EU residents

EU residents may also contact their local data protection authority.

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15. APPLICABLE LAW

This privacy policy is subject to:

  • Swiss Data Protection Act (DSG)

  • Swiss Civil Code

  • EU General Data Protection Regulation (DSGVO) where applicable

16. DECLARATION OF CONSENT

By subscribing to the newsletter, you confirm that you:

  • Be at least 16 years old or have parental consent

  • Have read and understood this privacy policy

  • I consent to the processing of my data as described.

  • Understand that you can withdraw your consent at any time

Contact for data protection matters

E-Mail: privacy@inkvonheart.ch
Adresse: Ink von Heart, Linsebühlstrasse 50, 9000 St. Gallen, Schweiz

This privacy policy complies with the requirements of the Swiss Data Protection Act. (DSG) and the EU-DSGVO.