Privacy policy.

Effective Date: March 6, 2026

Monik Walmsley - Makeup Artist & Monik Makeup Artistry ("Company", "we", "our", “I”, or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our clients and website visitors. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or use our services.

By accessing our website or submitting personal information, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Book services through our website
• Submit a contact form
• Subscribe to our mailing list
• Communicate with us regarding services or bridal inquiries

The types of personal information we may collect include:

• Name
• Email address
• Mailing address
• Phone number (if provided)
• Event or wedding details
• Any information submitted through forms or email correspondence

We may also collect certain non-personal information automatically when you visit our website, including IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for legitimate business purposes, including:

• Managing appointments and service bookings
• Communicating with clients regarding inquiries or scheduled services
• Managing bridal bookings and contracts
• Sending email communications to subscribers who have opted in
• Improving the functionality and performance of our website
• Maintaining internal records and business administration

Third-Party Services

Our website and services integrate with trusted third-party platforms that assist in operating our business. These providers may process personal information on our behalf.

These platforms include:

Squarespace – website hosting and website infrastructure
Acuity Scheduling – appointment scheduling and booking services
HoneyBook – client management, communication, contracts, and invoicing for bridal clients

Each platform maintains its own privacy policies governing how personal information is handled.

Email Marketing

Visitors may voluntarily subscribe to receive marketing or informational emails from us. Individuals may unsubscribe at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in our emails.

We do not send marketing emails to individuals who have not opted in to receive them.

Data Security

We implement commercially reasonable administrative and technical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.

However, no online transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

reCAPTCHA

Our website may use Google reCAPTCHA to protect forms from spam and automated abuse. The use of reCAPTCHA is subject to Google's Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

GDPR and International Privacy Rights

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain rights regarding your personal data under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). These rights may include:

• The right to access personal information we hold about you
• The right to request correction of inaccurate information
• The right to request deletion of your personal data
• The right to restrict or object to certain processing activities
• The right to withdraw consent for marketing communications

Requests related to personal data may be submitted using the contact information below.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including maintaining records of services provided and complying with legal obligations.

Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

Information may be shared only when necessary to:

• Process bookings and manage services
• Work with integrated booking and client management platforms
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect our legal rights or prevent fraud

Children’s Privacy

Our services are intended for individuals over the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be reflected by revising the effective date at the top of this page.

Contact Information

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or requests related to personal data, please contact:

Monik Walmsley
Email: monikwalmsley@gmail.com