Privacy policy.

Last updated: 16th October 2025

Philip Wykes A.K.A DJ Safari Phil (“we”, “our”, “us”) operates this website to provide information about our DJ and event services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you contact us, make a booking, or interact with our website (the “Services”).

By using this website, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not submit personal information or use the Services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect limited personal information in the course of providing our Services. This may include:

  • Contact details: your name, email address, phone number, and details about your event such as date, venue, and type of celebration.

  • Booking information: messages or forms you send through the website, or details shared when arranging a booking.

  • Payment information: if a booking deposit or balance is paid by bank transfer, we may receive limited payment details such as your name, account reference, and confirmation from your bank.

  • Technical information: details automatically collected by Squarespace, such as your IP address, browser type, and general site activity. These are used only to help the website function properly.

  • Embedded content: if you view content from external platforms (for example Instagram or YouTube), those sites may collect data through cookies or other tracking technologies. Their data practices are governed by their own privacy policies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information only for purposes connected with your enquiry or booking. These include:

  • To respond to messages and enquiries.

  • To manage event details and bookings.

  • To process payments and issue invoices or receipts.

  • To communicate about schedules, requirements, or updates.

  • To maintain internal records and comply with accounting or legal obligations.

  • To improve the website and Services, including analytics and troubleshooting.

We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties for marketing or advertising.

3. Data Sharing

We share information only when necessary to operate our Services:

  • With Squarespace, which provides our website platform and stores form submissions securely.

  • With iCloud Mail or Gmail for communication.

  • With Xero for record-keeping and invoicing.

  • If required by law, with official authorities or regulators.

All third parties process data under confidentiality and security obligations.

4. Cookies and Website Functionality

This website is hosted by Squarespace, which uses cookies and similar technologies to operate the site, track performance, and analyse visitor behaviour.

When you visit the website, you may see a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can adjust your browser settings to control cookie use.

For more details on how Squarespace uses cookies and analytics, visit: https://www.squarespace.com/privacy

The cookie banner displayed on first visit allows you to accept or decline optional cookies. Declining cookies will not affect your ability to use the main parts of the website.

5. Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. Data is stored securely through Squarespace and in protected locations such as local storage and Dropbox cloud storage.

Access is restricted to those who need the information in order to provide the Services.

6. Data Retention

We keep personal data only for as long as it is needed:

  • Enquiry information is normally kept for [edit: e.g. 18 months] if no booking is made.

  • Booking and payment records are kept for [edit: e.g. 6 years] to meet accounting and legal requirements.

After these periods, data is securely deleted or anonymised.

7. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

  • Ask for corrections or updates to inaccurate information.

  • Request deletion of your data when it is no longer required.

  • Withdraw consent for optional communications. (e.g. marketing emails).

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details below. We may ask for proof of identity before processing a request.

8. Links to Other Websites

Our website may include links or embedded content from other websites such as Instagram, YouTube, or ticket platforms. These external sites operate independently and are responsible for their own privacy practices. We encourage you to review their policies when interacting with them.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in how we operate or to meet new legal requirements. The latest version will always appear on this page, and the “Last updated” date will show the most recent revision.

10. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a data-related request, please contact:

Philip Wykes — DJ Safari Phil

Email: phil@djsafariphil.co.uk

Address: Available on request.

11. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy and any related disputes are governed by the laws of England and Wales.