Privacy Policy for Maria Moon Music CIC

Company Registration: 16421808

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Last updated: 08th May 2026

Maria Moon Music CIC (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website (www.mariamoonmusic.com) or use our services. We are a Community Interest Company registered in England and Wales (Company No. 16421808).

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1. Who We Are

Maria Moon Music CIC
67 High Street, Shoeburyness, Essex, SS3 9AW
Email: contact@mariamoonmusic.com

We are the data controller for personal data collected via our website and services1.

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

• Name, email address, and other contact details you provide (for example, via our contact form or newsletter sign-up)

• Information relating to your engagement with our events, services, or workshops

• Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and website usage data collected automatically

• Any other information you voluntarily provide to us

We do not intentionally collect special categories of data (such as health or ethnicity) unless required for specific activities and with your explicit consent.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

• Respond to your enquiries and provide our services

• Send you updates, newsletters, or information you have requested

• Manage event bookings and participation

• Improve our website and services

• Fulfil our legal and regulatory obligations as a CIC

We only use your data for the purposes for which it was collected and will not process it in a manner incompatible with those purposes.

4. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process your data on the following lawful bases:

• Your consent (e.g., for marketing communications)

• Performance of a contract (e.g., event registration)

• Legal obligation (e.g., company records required by law)

• Legitimate interests (e.g., improving our services)

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes. We may share your data with:

• Service providers who support our operations (e.g., IT support)

• Regulators or authorities if required by law (e.g., Companies House, CIC Regulator)

• Other parties with your explicit consent

Any sharing is done securely and only when necessary1.

6. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. Access to your data is limited to those who need it to perform their duties.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes collected and to meet legal obligations. When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymised.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request erasure of your data (“right to be forgotten”) in certain circumstances

• Restrict or object to processing

• Request data portability

• Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)

To exercise your rights, contact us at contact@mariamoonmusic.com

9. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your experience and collect usage data. You can manage your cookie preferences via your browser settings.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or your data, please contact:

Maria Moon Music CIC
67 High Street, Shoeburyness, Essex, SS3 9AW
Email: contact@mariamoonmusic.com

You also have the right to contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you have concerns about how we handle your data.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the revised date.

This privacy policy reflects the requirements for CICs and UK data protection law, ensuring transparency and compliance for Maria Moon Music CIC

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