Privacy Policy, GDPR Notice & Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 13 September 2026
1. Introduction
Theo’s Barbers is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled securely and in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect your personal data when you visit our website, book an appointment, contact us or otherwise interact with our business.
2. Data Controller
Theo’s Barbers
37c Lichfield Road
Wolverhampton
WV11 1TN
Telephone: 07837 740548
Website: https://developement.theosbarbers.co.uk
Theo’s Barbers is the data controller responsible for your personal information.
3. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We may collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Telephone number
- Appointment booking details
- Account registration information
- Any information submitted through contact forms, emails or enquiries
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Date and time of access
- Website usage data
- Cookie information
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Manage and confirm appointments
- Provide barbering services
- Respond to enquiries and customer requests
- Maintain customer accounts
- Improve our website and services
- Monitor website performance and security
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
5. Lawful Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, we process personal data on the following legal bases:
Contract
To provide services that you request from us, including appointment bookings.
Legitimate Interests
To operate, maintain and improve our business and website.
Legal Obligation
To comply with our legal, tax and accounting responsibilities.
Consent
Where required, such as for marketing communications or non-essential cookies.
You can withdraw your consent at any time.
6. Marketing Communications
We will only send marketing communications where you have provided consent or where otherwise permitted by law.
You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by contacting us.
7. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent or trade personal information.
We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business, including:
- Website hosting providers
- IT support providers
- Website maintenance providers
- Appointment booking providers
- Security and backup providers
All third parties are required to keep your information secure and process it only for authorised purposes.
We may also disclose information when required by law.
8. Data Storage and Retention
Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, including legal, accounting and regulatory requirements.
When information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.
9. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against:
- Unauthorised access
- Disclosure
- Misuse
- Loss
- Alteration
- Destruction
Although we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
10. Your Rights Under UK GDPR
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate personal data
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Request restriction of processing
- Object to processing
- Request portability of your personal data where applicable
- Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details above.
11. Complaints
If you are unhappy with how we handle your personal information, please contact us first so we can attempt to resolve the issue.
You also have the right to complain to:
Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Wycliffe House
Water Lane
Wilmslow
Cheshire
SK9 5AF
Website: https://ico.org.uk
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.
Cookie Policy
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, tablet or mobile device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember preferences and provide information about how visitors use the site.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure the website functions correctly
- Improve website performance
- Remember visitor preferences
- Monitor website usage and traffic
- Maintain site security
- Support account login functionality
Cookies Used On This Website
Analytics Cookies
Google Analytics
Cookie: _ga
Purpose: Used to distinguish unique visitors and generate anonymous statistical data regarding website usage.
Duration: Up to 2 years
Cookie: _ga_52HQQPE6M6
Purpose: Used by Google Analytics to maintain session information and measure visitor interactions.
Duration: Up to 2 years
Functional Cookies
Display Preference Cookie
Cookie: maz-resolved-color-mode
Purpose: Stores your preferred display setting, such as dark mode or light mode.
Duration: Varies
Essential Website Cookies
The following cookies are necessary for website administration, security and account functionality.
Login Session Cookie
Cookie: wordpress_logged_in_*
Purpose: Identifies logged-in users and maintains login sessions.
Duration: Session or login duration
Secure Authentication Cookie
Cookie: wordpress_sec_*
Purpose: Provides secure authentication for logged-in users.
Duration: Session or login duration
User Preference Cookie
Cookie: wp-settings-1
Purpose: Stores WordPress dashboard and editor preferences.
Duration: Up to 1 year
Settings Timestamp Cookie
Cookie: wp-settings-time-1
Purpose: Records when user settings were last updated.
Duration: Up to 1 year
Administrator Cookies
The following cookies are generally only used when an authorised administrator logs into the website management system:
wordpress_logged_in_*wordpress_sec_*wp-settings-1wp-settings-time-1
These cookies are not typically set for regular website visitors.
Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete cookies
- Block individual cookies
- Block all cookies
Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the operation of certain website features, including account access and appointment booking functionality.
Cookie Consent
Upon your first visit to our website, you may be presented with a cookie consent banner that enables you to accept, reject or manage non-essential cookies.
By accepting cookies, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
Changes To This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy and Cookie Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page together with the revised update date.
Theo’s Barbers
37c Lichfield Road
Wolverhampton
WV11 1TN
Telephone: 07837 740548
Website: https://developement.theosbarbers.co.uk
Last Updated: 13 September 2026