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.