PRIVACY POLICY | Studio Wolfe
[ Reviewed: Lunar New Year - 17th February 2026 ]
Studio Wolfe is a UK-based creative studio founded by Michelle Gee and developed in collaboration with India Rose Gee.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling personal data transparently and responsibly in accordance with UK data protection law, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
01. Who We Are
For the purposes of data protection law, Studio Wolfe acts as the Data Controller for personal data collected through this website and associated communications.
Contact: create@wolfe.studio
02. What Data We Collect
We may collect:
Name
Email address
Information voluntarily provided via forms
Messages sent through contact forms
Technical data (IP address, browser type, device information)
Website usage data via analytics tools
If you attend online sessions, we may collect:
Zoom account name
Audio and video participation (where enabled)
Chat contributions
We do not intentionally collect special category data unless voluntarily provided.
If you create an account to access member content or downloads, we may collect account registration details such as your name, email address, and login credentials via our website platform provider (e.g., Squarespace).
03. How We Collect Data
We collect data when you:
Subscribe to our mailing list
Submit a contact form
Register for events or community sessions
Participate in online sessions
Browse our website (via cookies and analytics)
04. Lawful Basis for Processing
We process personal data under the following lawful bases:
Consent
For email subscriptions and analytics cookies (where applicable).
Legitimate Interest
To operate and improve our website and community communications.
Contractual Necessity
Where services are provided or agreements entered into.
You may withdraw consent at any time by unsubscribing from emails or adjusting cookie preferences.
05. Email Communications & Subscriber Platforms
If you subscribe to receive updates, newsletters, or community communications, your information may be processed through a third-party email or publishing platform.
This may include services such as Mailchimp, Substack, or other equivalent providers used to manage subscriber communications.
These platforms act as data processors and manage subscriber information in accordance with their own privacy policies.
You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in any email.
06. Third-Party Service Providers
We use trusted third-party providers, which may include:
Squarespace (website hosting, forms, scheduling, payments, member accounts)
Email or publishing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Substack)
Google Analytics
Zoom or equivalent event platforms
Stripe or integrated payment processors
Revolut
These providers may process data outside the United Kingdom. Where this occurs, appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with UK GDPR.
07. International Transfers
Some service providers operate internationally. Your data may therefore be processed outside the UK.
We rely on recognised legal safeguards to ensure data protection standards are maintained.
08. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary:
Mailing list data — until you unsubscribe
Contact enquiries — typically up to 12 months
Event participation records — as required for operational or legal purposes
Retention periods may be extended where required by law.
09. Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request correction
Request erasure
Restrict or object to processing
Withdraw consent
Request data portability
You have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
https://www.ico.org.uk
We encourage you to contact us first so we can resolve concerns directly.
10. Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data.
However, no internet transmission can be guaranteed fully secure.
COOKIES
11. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly and provide information about how visitors interact with the site.
Cookies may be:
Essential – necessary for the website to function
Analytics – used to understand website usage and improve performance
12. Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are required for the operation of the website. They enable core functionality such as security, accessibility, and basic site performance.
These cookies do not require consent.
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics tools to understand how visitors use our website, including:
Google Analytics (GA4)
Squarespace Analytics
These tools collect anonymised or aggregated data such as:
Pages visited
Time spent on pages
General geographic region
Device type and browser information
Analytics cookies help us improve website structure, content, and user experience.
Under UK regulations, analytics cookies are only activated with your consent through our cookie banner.
13. Managing Cookies
When you first visit our website, you are presented with a cookie banner allowing you to accept or manage non-essential cookies.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
Block cookies
Delete existing cookies
Set preferences for certain websites
Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.
14. Third-Party Cookie Policies
Analytics services may place cookies on your device.
You can review their privacy policies here:
Google: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Squarespace: https://www.squarespace.com/privacy
We do not control third-party cookies directly.
15. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy & Cookies Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements.
The most recent version will always be available on this website with a revision date.
© Studio Wolfe | 2026