Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Licks & Sips Privacy Policy

 

Effective date: May 1st 2026

 

Licks & Sips (“we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and protect your information when you:

  • visit our website
  • contact us
  • make an enquiry or booking
  • attend one of our events
  • interact with us on social media

This policy is intended to comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

 

  1. Who We Are

Licks & Sips is a mobile ice cream tricycle business operating at markets, festivals, weddings, private events and corporate events.

Data Controller: Laura Bailey
Email: hello@licksandsips.co.uk

 

  1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following information:

Information you provide directly

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Event details
  • Booking information
  • Messages or enquiries

 

Website usage information

Our website may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited
  • Website usage data via cookies or analytics tools

 

Payment information

We do not store card payment details. Payments are processed securely through third-party payment providers.

 

  1. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • respond to enquiries
  • provide quotes and bookings
  • manage events and customer communication
  • improve our website and services
  • comply with legal obligations
  • prevent fraud or misuse

We only process personal data where we have a lawful basis to do so.

 

  1. Lawful Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we rely on:

  • Consent
  • Contractual necessity
  • Legitimate interests
  • Legal obligations

For example:

  • responding to an enquiry before a booking
  • fulfilling an agreed booking
  • maintaining business records for tax purposes

 

  1. Marketing

We may occasionally contact you about our services, events or promotions if:

  • you have made an enquiry or booking, or
  • you have opted in to receive marketing

You can unsubscribe or request removal at any time.

 

  1. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share information with trusted third parties where necessary, including:

  • payment providers
  • website hosting providers
  • accountants or professional advisers
  • event organisers where relevant

We require third parties to handle your data securely and lawfully.

 

  1. Data Retention

We only keep personal data for as long as necessary, including:

  • legal and accounting requirements
  • resolving disputes
  • managing bookings and enquiries

 

  1. Cookies

Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to improve functionality and understand website traffic.

You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

 

  1. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have rights including:

  • the right to access your data
  • the right to correct inaccurate data
  • the right to request deletion
  • the right to object to processing
  • the right to data portability
  • the right to withdraw consent

To exercise your rights, contact us using the details above.

 

  1. Security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from unauthorised access, loss or misuse. However, no online transmission can be guaranteed completely secure.

 

  1. Third-Party Links

Our website or social media may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

 

  1. Photography & Social Media

We may occasionally take photographs or short videos at events for promotional purposes, including use on our website and social media channels. We aim to avoid using close-up or identifiable images of individuals without permission, particularly at private events such as weddings or parties.

 

If you would prefer not to appear in photographs or promotional content, please let us know and we will respect your request. For private hire events, clients may request that no photographs are taken or shared publicly.

 

  1. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be published on this page.

 

  1. Contact

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

Laura Bailey
Licks & Sips
Email: hello@licksandsips.co.uk

You also have the right to complain to the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)