Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 06/04/2025
Last Updated: 16/08/2025

YoYo People Ltd ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and share your personal information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

This policy applies when you visit our website [insert your domain] (the “Site”), contact us, apply for work, or use our services as a client or talent (e.g. actors, models, influencers, brand ambassadors).

1. Who We Are

YoYo People is a UK-based event staffing and talent agency that provides casting and placement services for promotional events, media campaigns, and brand experiences.

  • Data Controller: YoYo People Ltd

  • Registered Address: Suite 5206, Unit 3a 34-35 Hatton Garden, Holborn, London, England, EC1N 8DX

  • Contact Email: info@yoyopeople.co.uk

2. What Personal Data We Collect

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

a. Talent and Applicants

  • Name, age, gender, contact information

  • Photos, videos, measurements, portfolio links

  • Social media handles and public engagement metrics

  • CV/resume, experience, availability

  • Location, languages, special skills

  • Right to work documentation

  • Bank/payment details (if hired)

b. Clients and Business Contacts

  • Name, company name, job title

  • Email address, phone number

  • Event or campaign requirements

  • Billing information

c. Website Users

  • IP address, browser type, device information

  • Pages visited, time spent

  • Cookies and usage data (see Section 6)

We do not collect special category data unless explicitly required and with your consent (e.g. for specific casting requirements).

3. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:

  • Consent – when you apply to join our talent pool or opt into marketing.

  • Contractual necessity – to fulfil contracts with clients or hired talent.

  • Legal obligation – for tax, employment, or immigration compliance.

  • Legitimate interests – to run and improve our business, unless overridden by your rights.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Evaluate and manage talent applications

  • Match talent to client projects

  • Respond to enquiries or service requests

  • Manage bookings and contracts

  • Process payments and invoices

  • Send relevant updates or marketing (with your consent)

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

5. Sharing Your Information

We may share your personal data with:

  • Clients and brands, only when you are shortlisted or booked for work

  • Trusted service providers, such as IT providers, payment processors, and marketing tools

  • Legal authorities, if required to comply with laws or regulations

  • Professional advisors, such as accountants or legal counsel

  • Third parties in business transfers, in case of a merger or sale

We do not sell or rent your personal data.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to:

  • Ensure website functionality

  • Analyse visitor usage

  • Personalise content

You can control or disable cookies in your browser settings. For more details, see our Cookie Policy (or let me know if you need one written).

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

  • Talent and client records: up to 6 years after last interaction

  • CVs and portfolios: up to 2 years if inactive

  • Legal and financial records: as required by law (typically 6–7 years)

You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal exceptions.

8. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the following rights:

  • Access – request a copy of the data we hold about you

  • Rectification – correct inaccurate or incomplete data

  • Erasure – request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Restriction – limit how we process your data

  • Objection – object to processing based on our legitimate interests

  • Data portability – request your data in a machine-readable format

  • Withdraw consent – at any time for processing based on consent

To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

If you're not satisfied with our response, you can lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)at www.ico.org.uk.

9. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. This includes secure hosting, encryption, access controls, and staff training.

However, no system is completely secure. Please use caution when sharing information online.

10. International Data Transfers

Where data is transferred outside the UK (e.g. for cloud services), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

  • Adequacy decisions

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)

11. Third-Party Links

Our site may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any significant changes will be notified on our website or by email. Please check this page regularly to stay informed.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:

YoYo People Ltd
Suite 5206, Unit 3a 34-35 Hatton Garden, Holborn, London, England, EC1N 8DX
Email: info@yoyopeople.co.uk