PRIVACY POLICY NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIPTION

INK VON HEART TATTOO & PIERCING STUDIO

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

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1. DATA CONTROLLER AND CONTACT DETAILS

Ink von Heart Tattoo Studio

Linsebühlstrasse 50
9000 St. Gallen, Schweiz

E-Mail: info@inkvonheart.ch
Telefon: +41 76 377 88 20

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2. DATA COLLECTION AND PROCESSING

2.1 What data we collect

When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect:

• E-Mail-Address (mandatory)

• First name (mandatory)

• Surname (mandatory)

• Language preference (optional)

• Date and time of registration

  IP address (for security purposes)

2.2 How we collect data

• Register directly via the form on our website

• In-person registration at our studio

• Sign-ups via social media

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3. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

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

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

• Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) DSGVO): 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 featuring studio updates, special offers and tattoo aftercare tips

• to keep you informed about new services and special offers

• Provide relevant content based on your interests

• To comply with legal obligations

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5. DATA SHARING AND THIRD PARTIES

5.1 service provider

We may share your data with the following partners:

• E-Mail-Marketing-Platform (z.B. Mailchimp, Sendinblue)

• Analytics services (anonymized data only)

• IT service provider for technical support

5.2 Legal requirements

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

5.3 WE NEVER SELL YOUR DATA

We never sell, rent, lease or share your personal data with third parties for any purpose. Your data will remain 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 the subscriber unsubscribes

• Users who have unsubscribed: Data will be deleted within 30 days of unsubscribing

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

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7. YOUR RIGHTS UNDER SWISS LAW

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

7.1 Information (Art. 25 DSG)

to request information about what personal data we process

7.2 Correction

Correcting incorrect or incomplete data

7.3 Deletion

To request the erasure of your data (right to be forgotten)

7.4 Data portability

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

7.5 Objection

To object to processing on the grounds of legitimate interests

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to withdraw your consent at any time, without this affecting the lawfulness of any processing carried out prior to such withdrawal

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8. UNSUBSCRIBE

You can unsubscribe at any time by:

• Click on the ‘Unsubscribe’ link in each newsletter

• E-Mail an info@inkvonheart.ch

• A visit to our studio

• Call us on +41 76 377 88 20

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9. DATA SECURITY

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures:

• SSL-Encryption for data transmission

• Secure servers with regular backups

• Access controls and authentication

• Regular security updates and monitoring

• Staff training on data protection

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10. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

If we use service providers based outside Switzerland or the EU:

• Let us ensure appropriate levels of protection

• Use Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) where applicable

• Do Swiss adequacy decisions comply with the requirements?

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11. COOKIES AND TRACKING

You can use our newsletter sign-up form:

• Essential cookies for functionality

• Analytics cookies (with consent)

• No tracking cookies for advertising

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12. MINORS

We do not knowingly collect data from individuals 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 in order to:

• To take account of changes to Swiss data protection law

• to incorporate new services or features

• Take into account improved security measures

You will be notified 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 can 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 (GSDVO), 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

• Please be aware that you can withdraw your consent at any time

Contact for data protection matters

E-Mail: privacy@inkvonheart.ch
Adress: 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.