Privacy Policy

How we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

1. Introduction

This privacy policy explains how Richard Barker ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data when you visit comedyhypnotist.uk or engage with our services. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

Richard Barker
London E3 4GG, United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 07700 153366

3. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

  • Contact information: name, email address, phone number, and postal address when you submit an enquiry or booking request.
  • Event details: event type, date, venue, audience size, and specific requirements you share with us.
  • Technical data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behaviour collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies.
  • Communication records: correspondence between you and us via email, phone, or online forms.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To respond to your enquiries and provide quotes for entertainment services.
  • To manage bookings, contracts, and payments.
  • To communicate with you about your event and any changes to your booking.
  • To improve our website and services based on usage patterns.
  • To comply with legal obligations and protect our legitimate business interests.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: when you submit an enquiry form or sign up for communications.
  • Contractual necessity: when processing is required to fulfil a booking agreement.
  • Legitimate interests: to improve our services and market our entertainment offerings.
  • Legal obligation: to comply with applicable laws and regulations.

6. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand how you interact with our site. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some site functionality.

7. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We may share your information with:

  • Service providers: trusted third parties who assist with website hosting, payment processing, and email communications.
  • Venue partners: when necessary to coordinate event logistics for your booking.
  • Legal authorities: when required by law or to protect our legal rights.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected. Booking records are kept for a minimum of six years for tax and legal compliance. Marketing data is retained until you withdraw consent or request deletion.

9. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • The right to access your personal data.
  • The right to rectification of inaccurate data.
  • The right to erasure ("right to be forgotten").
  • The right to restrict processing.
  • The right to data portability.
  • The right to object to processing.
  • The right to withdraw consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encrypted communications, secure hosting, and restricted access to personal data.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your personal data, please get in touch:

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 07700 153366
Address: London E3 4GG, United Kingdom

If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.

Last updated: April 2026