Phorest launch GDPR guide for salons

Salon software specialists Phorest have developed a guide on how to protect your beauty or hair business ready for the introduction of the new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) which comes into action May.

The company have also announced that theirs is the first fully GDPR compliant salon software programme in Europe.

From 25th May 2018, it will be mandatory for all businesses to collect, house and protect clients' personal data and information in a secure manner. The new GDPR regulations mean that you must have a clear audit trail as to how data has been collected, which includes everything from simple contact details to consultation information and sensitive medical records. Clients have the right to request details of the data you hold on them, and GDPR compliance will enable you to provide a copy of their content to you holding this data.

Businesses, both limited companies and sole traders, must comply with GDPR or face fines.

Phorest's Salon Software provides the industry's first fully digital, compliant consultation forms meaning that all client details are recorded in a traceable way as per GDPR regulations. For marketing purposes, the software provides filters and tools to create campaigns using email, social media and SMS, and ensures all salon contacts are correctly opted-in. The programme is also fully encrypted meaning that all client data is protected.

Take a look at Phorest's GDPR guide at salonGDPR.com, where you can also download a free e-book.