Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how Sunny Side Studio collects, uses, and protects personal data when you visit [https://www.sunnysidestudio.art](https://www.sunnysidestudio.art) (the "Website").
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## 1. Data Controller
Sunny Side Studio
Email: sunnysidestudio.hello@gmail.com
For any privacy-related requests, contact us at the email above.
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## 2. Information We Collect
We collect only the data necessary to operate the Website and fulfill orders.
a) Information you provide voluntarily
When you contact us or place an order, you may provide:
- Name
- Email address
- Shipping address
- Any information included in your message or order notes
b) Payment information
When you place an order, payment is processed securely by Squarespace Payments (powered by Stripe). Payment data is handled entirely by Squarespace and is not stored on our servers.
c) Automatically collected data
We may also collect basic technical data such as:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Date and time of access
This data is used solely for security and basic website performance purposes.
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## 3. Purpose of Processing
We use your data to:
- Process and fulfill orders
- Communicate with you regarding purchases or inquiries
- Deliver products and shipping updates
- Maintain website functionality and security
- Improve user experience
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## 4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data under the following legal bases:
- Contract performance (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR) for processing orders and delivering services
- Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR) for website security, fraud prevention, and basic analytics
- Consent when you voluntarily contact us or submit information via our contact form
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## 5. Cookies
This Website uses only essential cookies required for basic functionality, such as enabling navigation and secure checkout.
No tracking or marketing cookies are used unless explicitly stated and consented to.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time, though this may affect certain website features.
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## 6. Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party service providers to operate our Website and fulfill orders:
- Squarespace — website hosting and e-commerce platform. Squarespace processes data under its own [Privacy Policy](https://www.squarespace.com/privacy).
- Squarespace Payments / Stripe — secure payment processing. Payment data is handled by Stripe under its own [Privacy Policy](https://stripe.com/privacy). We do not store payment details on our servers.
- Gelato — print-on-demand production and order fulfillment. For orders involving printed products, Gelato receives the following information solely for fulfillment purposes:
- Name
- Shipping address
- Ordered product details
These third parties process data under their own privacy policies and receive only the information strictly necessary to perform their services.
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## 7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill orders and deliver services
- Comply with legal and accounting obligations
- Resolve disputes or claims
- Maintain necessary business records
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## 8. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are located in the EU, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct or update your data
- Request deletion ("right to be forgotten")
- Restrict or object to processing
- Request data portability
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: sunnysidestudio.hello@gmail.com
We will respond within 30 days in accordance with GDPR requirements.
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## 9. Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, alteration, or misuse. All transactions on this Website are encrypted via SSL/TLS.
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## 10. External Links
The Website may contain links to external websites (such as Instagram, Pinterest, or other platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites and encourage you to review their policies independently.
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## 11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will be revised accordingly. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
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## 12. Contact
For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy:
Sunny Side Studio