Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 2026

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Made By Stephen (“I”, “me”, “my”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit or interact with this website.

Made By Stephen is the trading name of Stephen Dickson, operating as a sole trader based in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

I am committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Information I Collect

I may collect and process the following personal information:

a) Information you provide directly

When you contact me through this website, email, or phone, you may provide:

  • Your name

  • Your email address

  • Your organisation name

  • Your phone number

  • Any information included in your message

b) Automatically collected information

When you visit this website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type

  • Pages visited

  • Time and date of visits

  • Referring website

This information is collected through cookies and analytics tools.

How I Use Your Information

Your personal data is used for the following purposes:

  • To respond to enquiries

  • To provide design services

  • To communicate about projects

  • To send invoices and manage accounts

  • To improve website performance and user experience

  • To comply with legal obligations

I will only use your information where I have a lawful basis to do so.

Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, I process personal data on the following lawful bases:

  • Consent – when you contact me voluntarily

  • Contract – when providing agreed services

  • Legitimate interests – to operate and improve my business

  • Legal obligation – for accounting and tax purposes

How Your Information Is Stored

Your information may be stored:

  • Securely within email systems

  • Within invoicing or accounting software

  • On password-protected devices

  • Within Squarespace website systems

I take reasonable steps to protect your data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.

Sharing Your Information

I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Your data may only be shared where necessary, including with:

  • Website hosting provider (Squarespace)

  • Email service providers

  • Professional advisers (e.g. accountants)

  • Legal authorities if required by law

All third parties are required to respect the security of your data.

Cookies and Analytics

This website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve performance and understand how visitors use the site.

These may include:

  • Essential cookies

  • Performance cookies

  • Analytics cookies

For more information, please see the Cookie Policy.

Data Retention

I will only keep your personal information for as long as necessary.

Typically:

  • Enquiry data: up to 24 months

  • Client records and invoices: up to 7 years (legal requirement)

  • Marketing communications: until you request removal

When no longer required, data is securely deleted.

Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Restrict processing

  • Object to processing

  • Request data portability

To exercise any of these rights, please contact me using the details below.

Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites and social media platforms.

I am not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. Please review their policies separately.

Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any changes will be published on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Made By Stephen
Email: stephen@madebystephen.com
Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom