Privacy Policy
Last updated: 02 November 2026
Identity and Role of the Data Controller
trendista acts as the data controller for the personal data processed through this website. We are responsible for determining the purposes and means of processing your personal data in connection with our professional hub for live television production services.
Scope of This Notice
This privacy policy applies to all visitors and users of the website operated by trendista, including those accessing information about studio equipment integration, camera techniques, acoustic optimization, lighting setups, and production processes for news, interviews, and live shows. It covers data collected from individuals in the United Kingdom.
Categories of Personal Data and Sources
We collect personal data such as contact details submitted through forms, browsing behaviour via cookies, and technical information like IP addresses. Data is obtained directly from you when you contact us or interact with the site, as well as from automated technologies and third-party analytics providers.
Purposes of Processing and Legal Bases
Data is processed to respond to enquiries, provide service information, improve website functionality, and comply with legal obligations. The legal bases include consent where applicable, legitimate interests in operating our business, and contractual necessity for service delivery.
Requirement to Provide Data
Providing certain personal data is necessary to use contact features or receive responses. Failure to provide it may prevent us from fulfilling your request or delivering relevant information about our television production resources.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyse site traffic. Please refer to our separate Cookie Policy for detailed information on types of cookies and how to manage preferences.
Processors, Recipients and Disclosures
We share data with service providers such as hosting companies, analytics platforms, and email service providers who process data on our behalf. Disclosures may also occur where required by law or to protect our rights.
International Transfers
Some processors may be located outside the UK. In such cases, we use appropriate safeguards including standard contractual clauses approved under UK GDPR to ensure adequate protection of your data.
Retention Periods
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined, typically up to two years for contact records unless longer retention is required for legal compliance or dispute resolution.
Security and Data Minimisation
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect data against unauthorised access. Data collection is limited to what is relevant and necessary for the stated purposes.
Data Subject Rights
You have rights to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, data portability, and object to processing. To exercise these rights, contact us using the details on our Contacts page or via [email protected].
Withdrawing Consent and Objecting to Marketing
Where processing relies on consent, you may withdraw it at any time. You can also object to direct marketing by following unsubscribe instructions or contacting 01494 671234.
Right to Complain
If you are unsatisfied with our handling of your data, you may lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), the UK supervisory authority.
Children and Age Restrictions
Our website is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
Automated Decision-Making and Profiling
We do not engage in automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or significant effects on individuals.
Policy Changes
We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised last-updated date. Continued use of the site after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.