Privacy & Cookie Policy
LTE Studios (trading as Lifestyle Through Evolution)
1. Introduction
LTE Studios trading as Lifestyle Through Evolution (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, contact us, or use our services.
By using our website or providing your information to us, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
2. Data Controller
For the purposes of UK data protection law, the data controller is: LTE Studios
Trading as: Lifestyle Through Evolution
United Kingdom
For any data-related queries, please contact:
Email: LTEstudios@outlook.com
3. Information We May Collect
Information You Give Us
You may provide personal information when you:
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Enquire about our services
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Complete forms on our website
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Enter into a contract with us
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Pay a deposit or balance
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Communicate with us by email, phone, or otherwise
This information may include:
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Name
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Address
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Email address
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Telephone number
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Project details
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Payment-related information (processed securely by third parties)
We do not store full card details.
Information We Collect Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
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IP address
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Browser type and version
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Device and operating system
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Time zone and location (approximate)
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Pages visited and time spent on pages
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How you navigate the website
This information helps us understand how visitors use our website and improve its performance.
Information From Third Parties
We may receive information from trusted third parties, including:
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Website analytics providers
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Payment processors
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Booking or enquiry platforms
This information is only used where lawful and relevant to our services.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data to:
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Respond to enquiries
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Provide design and supply services
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Manage contracts, payments, and projects
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Communicate about your project or our services
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Improve our website and user experience
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Maintain website security
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Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
Marketing Communications
If you are an existing client, we may contact you with information about similar services we offer.
If you are not an existing client, we will only send marketing communications where you have explicitly consented.
You can opt out of marketing communications at any time.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data under the following lawful bases:
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Contractual necessity – to perform our services
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Legitimate interests – to operate and improve our business
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Legal obligation – to comply with UK law
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Consent – where required for marketing or cookies
6. Disclosure of Your Information
We may share your information with:
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Payment processors
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Professional advisers (accountants, legal advisers)
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Suppliers and subcontractors where required to deliver services
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IT and website service providers
We do not sell your data or allow third-party advertisers to contact you directly using your information.
If we promote third-party services, this is done via our own communication channels without sharing your personal data.
Legal Disclosure
We may disclose your data where required:
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By law or regulation
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To enforce our contracts
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To protect our rights, property, or safety
7. Data Storage & Security
Your data is stored securely using appropriate technical and organisational measures.
Payment transactions are processed securely by third-party payment providers who are responsible for protecting your payment information.
While we take all reasonable steps to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:
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To fulfil contractual obligations
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To comply with legal requirements
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For legitimate business purposes
Data that is no longer required is securely deleted or anonymised.
9. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Request correction of inaccurate data
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Request deletion of your data
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Object to or restrict processing
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Withdraw consent at any time
Requests can be made by contacting us at LTEstudios@outlook.com.
We aim to respond within 30 days.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. Please review their privacy policies before submitting personal data.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page, and where appropriate, notified to you.
12. Contact
Questions, comments, and requests regarding this policy should be addressed to:
Email: LTEstudios@outlook.com
Cookie Policy
13. Use of Cookies
Our website uses cookies to distinguish you from other users. This helps us provide a better experience and improve our website.
A cookie is a small text file stored on your device when you visit a website.
14. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website, including:
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Secure areas
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Form submissions
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Payment functionality
These cookies cannot be disabled.
Analytical / Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to:
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Count visitors
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Understand how visitors move around the site
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Improve website functionality
All data collected is aggregated and anonymised where possible.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies:
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Remember your preferences
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Improve usability
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Personalise content
15. Third-Party Cookies
Some third-party services (such as analytics or payment providers) may place cookies on your device. We do not control these cookies.
16. Managing Cookies
You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings.
Please note that disabling essential cookies may prevent parts of the website from functioning correctly.
Except for essential cookies, cookies will typically expire after 12 months.
17. Cookie Consent
Where required by law, you will be asked to provide consent for non-essential cookies through our cookie banner or settings tool.