1. Who We Are

Deep Blue Graphic Design Co. ("we", "us", "our") is a graphic design studio based in Bedfordshire, UK, providing graphic design, website design and build, and social media management services to small businesses. This page sets out the terms on which you may use our website, and explains how we collect and use personal data.

Contact details:

• Business name: Deep Blue Graphic Design Co.

• Website: https://www.deepbluegraphicdesignco.com/

• Email: deepbluegraphicdesignco@gmail.com

PART A — WEBSITE TERMS & CONDITIONS
2. Acceptance of These Terms

By using this website, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use the website.

3. Our Services

Details of our services, and the specific terms that apply to any project (including price, scope, deliverables, timescales, revisions and payment terms), are agreed separately in a written quote, proposal, or contract with each client. These website terms cover general use of the site only and do not replace that separate client agreement.

4. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all content on this website - including text, graphics, logos, images and design work - is owned by or licensed to Deep Blue Graphic Design Co. and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may view and print pages for your own personal, non-commercial use, but may not otherwise copy, reproduce, or distribute content from this site without our permission.

Ownership of design work created for individual clients (e.g. logos, branding, websites) is governed by the separate contract or proposal agreed for that project, not by these general website terms.

5. Accuracy of Information

We try to keep the information on this website accurate and up to date, but we make no guarantees, representations or warranties as to its accuracy, completeness or currency. Prices, service descriptions and portfolio examples are provided for general guidance and may change without notice.

6. Links to Other Websites

This website may contain links to third-party websites (for example, client sites or social media platforms). We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of any third-party sites.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Deep Blue Graphic Design Co. accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from your use of, or inability to use, this website. Nothing in these terms excludes or limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any other liability which cannot be excluded or limited under English law.

8. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales, and any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

9. Changes to These Terms

We may update these terms from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "last updated" date.

PART B — PRIVACY POLICY
10. Data Controller

Deep Blue Graphic Design Co. is the data controller for personal data collected through this website, for the purposes of UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

11. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following personal data:

• Contact details you provide via forms, email, or social media (e.g. name, email address, phone number, business name)

• Details about your enquiry or project

• Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited, collected automatically via cookies and analytics tools

• Any information you provide when engaging us for design, web, or social media services

12. How We Use Your Data

We use personal data to:

• Respond to enquiries and provide quotes

• Deliver and manage our design, website, and social media services

• Send invoices and manage client accounts

• Improve our website and understand how it is used

• Send occasional marketing communications, where you have consented or where permitted under the "soft opt-in" rules for existing clients (you can opt out at any time)

• Comply with legal and accounting obligations

13. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on the following legal bases under UK GDPR: performance of a contract (for client work), legitimate interests (for general enquiries, site improvement, and business administration), consent (for marketing communications where required), and legal obligation (for accounting and tax records).

14. Cookies

This website may use cookies and similar technologies to support functionality and analytics (for example, Google Analytics). You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

15. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell your personal data. We may share it with trusted third parties who support our business operations, such as:

• Website hosting and email providers

• Accounting or invoicing software

• Analytics providers (e.g. Google Analytics)

We may also disclose data where required by law.

16. Data Retention

We keep personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected, including to satisfy legal, accounting, or reporting requirements (typically up to 6 years for financial records, and shorter periods for general enquiries that do not lead to a project).

17. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request deletion of your data

• Object to or restrict certain processing

• Request data portability

• Withdraw consent at any time, where processing is based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details above. You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.

18. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.

19. 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 "last updated" date.

20. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these terms or our privacy policy, please contact us at deepbluegraphicdesignco@gmail.com.