Privacy Policy
PRIVACY POLICY
Dave Smith Rhythm Academy
Last updated: 16th February 2026
Dave Smith (“I”, “me”, “my”) operates [www.davesmithdrums.com](http://www.davesmithdrums.com) and the Dave Smith Rhythm Academy as a sole trader based in the United Kingdom.
I am committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly in accordance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
If you have any questions, contact:
[info@davesmithdrums.com](mailto:info@davesmithdrums.com)
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1. Who I Am
Data Controller: Dave Smith (sole trader)
Email: [info@davesmithdrums.com](mailto:info@davesmithdrums.com)
Location: United Kingdom
As a sole trader, I am personally responsible for how your data is processed.
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2. What Personal Data I Collect
I may collect and process:
Information you provide directly
Name
Email address
Billing information (processed securely via payment provider)
Messages you send
Community posts or shared practice videos (if you choose to share them)
Information collected automatically
When you visit the website:
IP address
Browser and device type
Pages visited
Referral source
This is typically collected via cookies and analytics tools.
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3. How I Use Your Data
Your data may be used to:
Provide access to courses, workshops, and membership
Process payments and manage subscriptions
Send emails you have opted in to receive
Respond to enquiries and provide support
Improve services and content
Comply with legal and accounting obligations
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4. Email Marketing (ActiveCampaign)
Email communications are managed via ActiveCampaign, a third-party email service provider.
If you:
Download a resource
Join a workshop
Subscribe to updates
Your email address will be stored securely within ActiveCampaign.
You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link in any email.
I do not sell or share your email address for marketing purposes.
ActiveCampaign processes data in accordance with their own privacy policy.
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5. Payments
Payments are processed securely via third-party providers such as Stripe.
I do not store full payment card details on my website.
Payment providers process your data under their own privacy policies.
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6. Community Platforms
If you join Rhythm Skool or participate in Zoom sessions:
Your name, profile information, posts, and video/audio contributions may be processed by those platforms according to their own terms and privacy policies.
I recommend reviewing their policies if you use those services.
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7. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, I process personal data on the following bases:
Contract – to provide services you purchase
Consent – for marketing emails
Legitimate interests – to improve services and manage the business
Legal obligation – for tax and accounting compliance
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8. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for:
Delivering services
Legal and tax record keeping
Resolving disputes
When no longer required, data is securely deleted or anonymised.
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9. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
Access your data
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion (where applicable)
Withdraw consent for marketing
Restrict or object to processing
Request a copy of your data
To exercise any of these rights, email:
[info@davesmithdrums.com](mailto:info@davesmithdrums.com)
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) in the UK.
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10. Cookies
This website may use cookies to:
Improve functionality
Understand how visitors use the site
Enhance user experience
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
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11. Security
Reasonable technical and organisational measures are used to protect personal data.
However, no internet transmission is completely secure.
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12. Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated occasionally. The latest version will always appear on this page.
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