Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Salt&Sun Creative Studio ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and store your Personal Data when you visit our website saltandsunstudio.com (the "Site") or engage with our services.

2. Data Collection
2.1 Personal Data

Personal Data is obtained in many ways including correspondence by telephone, email, via forms on our website saltandsunstudio.com, from your website, from other publicly available sources, from cookies and from third parties. We don’t guarantee website links or policy of authorized third parties. Examples of Personal Data we collect include: names, addresses, email addresses and phone numbers.

2.2 Automatic Data Collection

As our Site is hosted on Squarespace, certain data may be automatically collected, including your IP address, browser type, and usage data. This data is typically used for performance analysis and website improvements. For more details, please refer to Squarespace's privacy policy.

Our Site may use Google Analytics to collect and analyze information about how visitors interact with the website. If implemented, Google Analytics would help us understand which pages are most frequently visited, how users navigate our Site, and how we can enhance the overall user experience.

Google Analytics collects data such as your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit. This data is used to generate aggregated reports on website activity and is intended to improve our Site's functionality. Google Analytics is designed to anonymize and aggregate data, and Google does not share this data with third parties except as required by law.

If we decide to use Google Analytics, you can learn more about how Google Analytics collects and processes data by reviewing Google's Privacy Policy. You can also manage your preferences and opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at Google Analytics Opt-out.

By continuing to use our Site, you consent to the potential use of Google Analytics as described above.

2.3 Third-Party Data Collection

Data is collected through the following platforms:

  • Squarespace: When you submit forms on our website, the data is collected and stored directly by Squarespace.

  • MailerLite: When you subscribe to our newsletter or marketing communications, your data is collected and stored by MailerLite.

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications that are not operated by us. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites or services before providing any Personal Data.

3. Data Usage
3.1 Purpose of Data Collection

We use your Personal Data to:

  • Provide our services to you;

  • Communicate with you regarding your inquiries or services;

  • Send you marketing communications, such as newsletters;

  • Improve our website and services.

3.2 Data Sharing

Your Personal Data may be shared in a number of circumstances including the following:

•           Third parties where you consent to the use or disclosure;

•           Where required or authorized by law.

3.3 International Data Transfers

We do not knowingly transfer your data internationally. However, as our services and website are accessible worldwide, some data may be transferred internationally depending on your location.

4. Data Storage
4.1 Data Retention

Your Personal Data is stored securely to protect it from misuse, loss, unauthorized access, modification, or disclosure. Most Personal Data will be retained in client records indefinitely or until you request its deletion.

4.2 Security Measures

Your Personal Data is collected and stored through secure methods, including:

  • Email communication via Gmail

  • Mailing lists managed by MailerLite

  • Data storage and management by Squarespace

We rely on the security measures provided by these platforms to protect your data.

4.3 User Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your Personal Data at any time. You can also opt out of receiving marketing communications by contacting us directly at hello@saltandsunstudio.com.

To protect your Personal Data, we may require verification of your identity before releasing any requested information.

Ensuring that your Personal Data is accurate and up-to-date is important to us. We will take reasonable steps to ensure the accuracy and completeness of your information. If you find that the data we hold is outdated or incorrect, please notify us as soon as possible so we can update our records and continue to provide you with quality services.

5. Cookies

Our Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are used to store information such as your personal preferences and to help the Site recognize your device, improving your overall experience. They retain only information related to your preferences and do not reveal Personal Data.

As our Site is hosted on Squarespace, cookies may be used for analytics, site performance, and personalization. For detailed information about the cookies we use and how they work, please refer to Squarespace's cookie policy.

By continuing to use our Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described above.

6. Legal Compliance

We are committed to complying with all applicable data protection and privacy laws. We handle your personal data with care and in accordance with legal requirements to ensure your privacy is respected.

7. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated policy will take effect as soon as it is published. We encourage you to periodically review this policy to stay informed about how we are protecting your Personal Data.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your Personal Data, please contact us at hello@saltandsunstudio.com.