Privacy Policy
How we collect, use and protect your personal data.
Who we are
WE-LINK STUDIOS provides flexible creative studios and business units at 212 Ilderton Road, South Bermondsey, London SE15 1NT. References to “we”, “us” or “our” mean WE-LINK STUDIOS.
What personal data we collect
- Contact details: name, email, phone/mobile, preferred contact method.
- Booking and viewing enquiries: unit of interest, intended use, move-in timeline, messages.
- Applications: business name, type of use, working hours, client visits, noise considerations, ID and proof of address where uploaded.
- Waitlist leads: budget, space type, minimum size, preferred move-in date.
- Tenant portal accounts: profile data, assigned unit, licence dates, monthly fee, deposit, emergency contact.
- Documents uploaded by us or by you (e.g. licence agreements, ID).
- Invoices, receipts and rent history records.
- Support requests submitted via the tenant portal.
- Email, SMS and WhatsApp communications relating to your enquiry, booking or account.
- Analytics and cookie data (see our Cookie Policy).
Why we collect personal data
- To respond to enquiries, viewings, applications and waitlist requests.
- To manage licensee accounts, billing, payments and documents.
- To send transactional messages such as booking confirmations.
- To improve our website and services.
- To meet legal and regulatory obligations.
Legal basis for processing
- Consent — for marketing communications and non-essential cookies.
- Contract — to perform our licence agreement and respond to your requests.
- Legitimate interests — to operate the building, secure the premises, and improve our services.
- Legal obligation — for tax, accounting and other regulatory requirements.
How long we keep data
We keep data only for as long as necessary for the purposes above, or as required by law. Account records may be retained for the duration of the licence and for a reasonable period afterwards.
Who we share data with
We may share limited personal data with trusted service providers (e.g. email, payment, analytics, SMS/WhatsApp providers) and with regulators, advisors or authorities where required by law. We do not sell personal data.
Data security
We use reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data. No system is fully secure; please contact us if you suspect any unauthorised access.
Your rights
You may have rights under UK GDPR to: access your data, request correction or deletion, restrict or object to processing, request portability, and withdraw consent. To exercise any right, use the Data Request form or email us.
Cookies
See our Cookie Policy. You can change your preferences at any time from the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer.
Contact
Data protection contact: privacy@we-linkstudios.co.uk (placeholder). Postal: 212 Ilderton Road, South Bermondsey, London SE15 1NT.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date will reflect any changes.