Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information at Ink & Soul Tattoo Studio.
Effective Date: June 15, 2026
At Ink & Soul Tattoo Studio ("we," "us," "our"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, book appointments, receive services at our studio, or interact with us in any other way.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing our website, booking an appointment, or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our services.
Our Commitment: We never sell your personal information to third parties. We only collect information necessary to provide our services and comply with legal requirements.
We collect several types of information from and about users of our services, including:
When you book an appointment, visit our studio, or contact us, we may collect:
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
We may receive information about you from:
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
| Purpose | Type of Information Used | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| To provide tattoo services and consultations | Identity, contact, health, design information | Contractual necessity, legal obligation |
| To process payments and deposits | Financial information, contact information | Contractual necessity |
| To comply with health regulations | Identity, health information, government ID | Legal obligation |
| To communicate about appointments | Contact information | Contractual necessity, legitimate interest |
| To improve our website and services | Technical, usage information | Legitimate interest |
| To send marketing communications (with consent) | Contact information | Consent |
| To maintain business records | All relevant information | Legal obligation, legitimate interest |
| To ensure safety and prevent fraud | Identity, contact, technical information | Legitimate interest, legal obligation |
As a licensed tattoo studio in New York, we are required by law to:
We process your personal information based on one or more of the following legal grounds:
We need to process your information to fulfill our contract with you when you book our services. This includes:
We are required by law to collect and retain certain information, including:
We process information for our legitimate business interests, such as:
For certain types of processing, we rely on your explicit consent, such as:
Your Control: Where we rely on consent, you have the right to withdraw it at any time. Contact us to update your preferences.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We only share information in the following circumstances:
We share information with trusted third parties who provide services on our behalf, such as:
We may disclose information if required by law, such as:
We may be required to share certain information with public health authorities in specific circumstances, such as:
If Ink & Soul Tattoo Studio is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change and outline your choices.
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
In the unlikely event of a data breach, we will:
Security Note: While we implement robust security measures, no system is 100% secure. We encourage you to protect your own information, such as keeping your login credentials confidential.
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
| Type of Information | Retention Period | Reason for Retention |
|---|---|---|
| Client records (including ID copies) | 7 years from last visit | New York health department requirement |
| Financial records and receipts | 7 years | Tax and accounting requirements |
| Marketing consent records | Until consent withdrawn | To honor your preferences |
| Website analytics data | 26 months | Service improvement |
| Tattoo design photos (with consent) | Indefinitely (with consent) | Portfolio and promotional use |
| Communication records | 3 years | Customer service and legal protection |
When your information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it. Paper records are shredded using cross-cut shredders, and digital files are permanently deleted using secure deletion methods.
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. We will honor these rights to the extent required by applicable law.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in the "Contact Us" section. We will respond to your request within 30 days, as required by law.
To request a copy of your information or exercise other rights, we may need to verify your identity to protect your privacy. Please be prepared to provide:
We do not charge a fee for most requests, unless they are manifestly unfounded or excessive.
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze website traffic.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Required for website functionality (cannot be disabled) | Session |
| Performance Cookies | Help us understand website usage (anonymous) | Up to 2 years |
| Functional Cookies | Remember your preferences | Up to 1 year |
| Marketing Cookies | Used for advertising (only with consent) | Up to 1 year |
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
However, disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality. You can manage your cookie preferences using the button below.
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy applies only to our website and services.
When you click on links to third-party websites, you will be subject to their privacy policies and terms. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any websites you visit.
Our website may include social media features (like Instagram or Facebook buttons). These features may collect your IP address and which page you are visiting, and may set a cookie to enable the feature to function properly. Your interactions with these features are governed by the privacy policy of the company providing them.
We may embed content from third-party sites (like YouTube videos or Instagram posts). Embedded content behaves as if you have visited the other website, which may collect data about you, use cookies, and monitor your interaction with the embedded content.
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.
As a tattoo studio, we are required by law to verify that all clients are at least 18 years old. We collect and verify government-issued identification for all clients.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18 without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.
Important: We do not tattoo individuals under 18, even with parental consent. This is both our policy and a legal requirement in New York State.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.
When we make material changes to this Privacy Policy, we will:
We encourage you to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed about how we protect your information. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
We will keep previous versions of this Privacy Policy available for review. Contact us if you would like to see a previous version.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Ink & Soul Tattoo Studio has appointed a Privacy Officer to oversee compliance with this Privacy Policy and applicable privacy laws.
If you have a complaint about our privacy practices, please contact our Privacy Officer first. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority in your jurisdiction.
We're Here to Help: We take privacy seriously and will respond to all legitimate inquiries within 30 days as required by law.
We're committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our practices. Contact us with any questions or to exercise your privacy rights.
This Privacy Policy was last updated on June 15, 2026.
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