Privacy Policy

Last updated: 6 January 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how we Whytman & Faythful, a UK-based business providing screenwriting and narrative development services, collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you visit our website, contact us, or engage our services.

We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. As the data controller, we determine how and why your personal data is processed.

If you have questions about this policy or your data, contact us at info@whytmanfaythful.com

What Personal Data We Collect and Why

We collect personal data only when necessary for providing our services, responding to enquiries, or fulfilling legal obligations.

Data collected directly from you:

Name, email address, phone number, and project details when you submit a contact form, request a consultation, or commission services (to communicate and deliver tailored screenwriting/narrative solutions).
Payment information (processed securely via third-party providers) if you purchase services (to process transactions).
Correspondence details (e.g., emails) for ongoing client relationships.

Data collected automatically:

Technical information like IP address, browser type, device details, and visit timestamps via cookies and analytics tools (to improve website functionality and user experience).

We do not collect sensitive personal data (e.g., health, ethnicity) unless explicitly provided for a project and with your consent.

Lawful Bases for Processing

We process your data based on:

Contract — To fulfil services you request (e.g., script consultations).
Legitimate interests — To respond to enquiries, improve our website, and market relevant services (balanced against your rights).
Consent — For optional marketing communications (you can withdraw consent anytime).
Legal obligation — Where required (e.g., financial records).

Important Note on Financial Promotions

Whytman & Faythful occasionally discusses potential equity participation opportunities in film projects with established businesses. These discussions are conducted in strict compliance with the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Financial Promotions) Order 2005. We rely on applicable exemptions (such as Article 49 for certain high net worth companies) and do not provide regulated investment advice. We are not authorised or regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), and any such discussions do not constitute regulated activities requiring FCA authorisation

How We Use Your Personal Data

We use your data to:

Provide and improve our screenwriting, editing, and narrative services.
Respond to enquiries and arrange consultations.
Process payments and issue invoices.
Send service-related updates (if you're a client).
Analyse website usage for enhancements (anonymised where possible).

We do not sell your data or use it for unrelated purposes.

Sharing Your Personal Data

We share data only when necessary:

With service providers (e.g., payment processors, email tools, web hosting) under strict contracts ensuring UK GDPR compliance.
If required by law (e.g., to authorities).
In a business sale/transfer (with protections in place).

We do not transfer data outside the UK/EEA without adequate safeguards (e.g., standard contractual clauses).

Data Retention

We keep personal data only as long as needed:

Client project data: Up to 6 years for legal/tax purposes.
Enquiry data: Up to 1 year if no engagement follows.
Marketing consents: Until withdrawn.

We securely delete or anonymise data when no longer required.

Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the right to:

Access your data (request a copy).
Rectify inaccurate data.
Erase data (in certain circumstances).
Restrict or object to processing.
Data portability (receive data in a structured format).
Withdraw consent (where applicable).
Complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.

To exercise rights, contact us—we'll respond within one month (extendable in complex cases).

Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses essential cookies for functionality and analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand usage. You can manage preferences via your browser settings. For details, see our Cookie Policy [link if separate].

Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures (e.g., encryption, access controls) to protect your data. However, no online transmission is 100% secure.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy—significant changes will be notified via email or website notice. Check regularly for the latest version.

Contact Us

Whytman & Faythful [Your Postal Address] Email: [your email address] Phone: [your phone number]