Privacy Policy – Jacob Avakian

Last updated: January 2026

Jacob Avakian (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly and transparently. This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used, stored, and protected when you visit the website or make contact.

This policy applies to https://www.jacobavakian.com and all related communications.

1. Who We Are

Business name: Jacob Avakian
Website: https://www.jacobavakian.com
Contact email: jacobavakian@gmail.com
Business type: Post-production editor

For the purposes of UK data protection legislation, Jacob Avakian is the data controller.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data:

  • Contact details such as name, email address, and phone number

  • Project or enquiry information you provide when discussing post-production services

  • Communications sent via email or contact forms

  • Technical data including IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data collected via cookies

We only collect information that is relevant and necessary.

3. How We Collect Information

Personal data may be collected when you:

  • Complete a contact or enquiry form

  • Email or message us directly

  • Engage our post-production services

  • Browse the website (via cookies and analytics tools)

4. How We Use Your Information

Personal data is used to:

  • Respond to enquiries and communications

  • Provide post-production editing services

  • Manage professional and client relationships

  • Maintain accurate records

  • Improve the website and its content

  • Comply with legal or regulatory obligations

Your personal data is never sold or shared for marketing purposes.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

  • Consent – where you choose to provide information

  • Contract – where processing is necessary to deliver agreed services

  • Legitimate interests – such as responding to enquiries and managing the business

  • Legal obligation – where required by law

6. Data Sharing

We do not share personal data with third parties except where necessary, such as:

  • Website hosting and analytics providers

  • Professional advisers (for example, accountants or legal advisers)

Any third parties are required to process data securely and in accordance with data protection legislation.

7. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to:

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Maintain professional and financial records

  • Meet legal or regulatory requirements

When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.

8. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data

  • Request erasure of your data

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Request data portability

  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, please contact jacobavakian@gmail.com.

9. Cookies

This website uses cookies to ensure it functions correctly and to understand how visitors use the site.

Cookies may include:

  • Essential cookies required for website functionality

  • Analytics cookies to help improve performance

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

10. Data Security

Appropriate technical and organisational measures are in place to protect personal data against loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure.

11. Third-Party Links

The website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies separately.

12. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page with the revised date shown at the top.

13. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Jacob Avakian
📧 jacobavakian@gmail.com
🌐 https://www.jacobavakian.com