
Privacy Policy: Ian Richardson – Promises Kept
Effective Date: April 2026
I am committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how Ian Richardson (trading as Ian Richardson - Promises Kept) collects and handles your personal data in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
1. Data Controller
Ian Richardson is the Data Controller for Promises Kept. You can contact me at Contact@ianrichardson-promiseskept-com.uk or 07376 533275
2. Information I Collect
I collect information provided by you via my website contact form, email, or telephone. This includes:
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Identity Data: Names of family members, or the deceased.
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Contact Data: Email addresses, phone numbers, and home addresses.
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Sensitive Data: Biographical details, religious/philosophical beliefs, and health information shared to craft a personalised ceremony.
3. How I Use Your Information
I use your data strictly to:
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Respond to your initial inquiry.
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Consult with you to draft and deliver the celebrancy service you require.
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Manage invoicing and accounting.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
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Contract: To fulfil my agreement to provide celebrancy services.
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Consent: When you voluntarily share personal stories for a eulogy or tribute.
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Legal Obligation: For tax and accounting purposes.
5. Data Sharing
I do not sell or rent your data. I only share information with third parties when necessary to perform my service, such as:
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Funeral Directors or Venue Coordinators.
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Printing services (for orders of service).
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Professional bodies (if required for insurance or auditing).
6. Data Retention
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Inquiries: If you do not book my services, I delete your data after 6 months.
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Bookings: I retain ceremony scripts and contact details for two years for your future reference.
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Financial Records: Invoices are kept for seven years to meet UK tax laws.
7. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
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Access the personal data I hold about you.
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Request the correction or deletion of your data.
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Withdraw consent at any time.
8. Security
I use secure, password-protected systems to ensure your information is kept safe from unauthorised access.
9. Cookies
My website uses essential cookies to function. By using this site, you agree to their use.
For any questions regarding your data, please contact Ian Richardson directly.