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PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated: 22 June 2026

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1. Who I am (Data Controller)

I am Michaela Penny, a singer, vocal coach, and recording artist.

For the purposes of UK data protection law, I am the data controller of the personal data collected through this website.

Contact email: kylacara@hotmail.com

 

2. Personal data I collect

I may collect and process the following information:

Information you provide directly:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Messages sent via contact forms

  • Information provided when joining mailing lists

  • Purchase details (e.g. digital music orders or booking references)

Payment information:

Payments are processed securely via third-party providers (e.g. PayPal). I do not store full payment card details.

Technical data:

When you visit this website, technical information may be collected automatically, such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

  • General location data (derived from IP address)

Cookies:

Cookies may be used to:

  • Enable website functionality

  • Analyse website performance

  • Improve user experience

 

3. How I use your data

I use personal data to:

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Provide vocal coaching services

  • Process and deliver digital music purchases

  • Manage mailing list subscriptions

  • Improve website performance and services

  • Comply with legal obligations (e.g. accounting)

 

4. Legal basis for processing

I rely on the following lawful bases under UK GDPR:

  • Consent – for mailing lists and optional cookies

  • Contract – for purchases and service delivery

  • Legitimate interests – to operate and improve the website

  • Legal obligation – for tax and accounting records

 

5. Mailing list

If you subscribe:

  • You will only receive marketing emails if you opt in

  • You can unsubscribe at any time via the email link or by contacting me

 

6. Third-party services

I use trusted third-party providers, including:

  • Wix (website hosting, analytics, infrastructure)

  • PayPal (payment processing)

  • Email marketing providers (if applicable)

These providers may process data outside the UK. Where this occurs, appropriate safeguards are used.

 

7. Data retention

I retain personal data only as long as necessary:

  • Contact enquiries: up to 12–24 months

  • Customer/purchase records: up to 6 years (legal/accounting purposes)

  • Mailing list data: until you unsubscribe

  • Analytics data: according to Wix settings

 

8. Your rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data (where applicable)

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Request data portability (where applicable)

To exercise these rights, contact me using the email above.

 

9. Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

A cookie banner may be used to obtain consent where required.

 

10. Data security

I take reasonable steps to protect your personal data, including:

  • Using secure platforms (Wix and PayPal)

  • Limiting access to personal data

  • Using secure authentication methods

However, no online transmission is completely secure.

 

11. Changes to this policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated occasionally. The latest version will always be posted on this page.

 

12. Contact

Michaela Penny
Email: kylacara@hotmail.com

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