Privacy Policy for Studioapure.com
Effective Date: November 15, 2024
1. General Information
This Privacy Policy explains how Studio Apure, LLC ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects personal data when you visit studioapure.com ("Website") or interact with us as a reseller, affiliate, or corporate client. Studio Apure is committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that your data is handled securely and transparently. By using our Website or submitting personal information to us, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Data We Collect
Personal Data You Provide:
- Website Visitors: Name, email, phone number, IP address, and browsing behavior.
- Order Fulfillment: Billing/shipping address, payment information (processed via Shopify), and order details.
- Resellers and Affiliates: Business name, contact information, and application details.
- Corporate Orders: Custom order requirements, business details, and contact information.
Automatically Collected Information:
- IP address, browser type, operating system, referral URL, and device information.
Cookies and Analytics:
- See Section 6 for detailed information on cookies and tracking technologies.
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data for the following purposes:
- To process and fulfill orders via Shopify.
- To evaluate and process reseller and affiliate applications.
- To manage corporate orders and custom product inquiries.
- To improve Website functionality, user experience, and security.
- To send promotional emails, updates, or offers (if opted in).
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
4. Sharing Your Data
We may share your data with:
- Shopify: For e-commerce, order processing, and payment handling. See Shopify’s Privacy Policy.
- Hosting Providers: External hosting providers that store Website data, including personal information like IP addresses, server logs, and contact forms.
- Third-Party Service Providers: Shipping carriers, analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics), and marketing tools.
- Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights.
5. Hosting and Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
External Hosting Providers:
Our Website is hosted by external service providers, including Shopify and other professional hosting services. These providers store and process personal data collected on the Website, including:
- IP addresses
- Contact requests and form submissions
- Metadata and communications
- Contract and account information
Hosting providers process this data solely for the purposes of providing secure, efficient, and reliable online services and infrastructure in compliance with Art. 6(1)(b) and Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR. We ensure that hosting providers process data only within the scope necessary to fulfill their obligations and in compliance with our instructions.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and improve Website performance.
Types of Cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for core functions like shopping cart and checkout.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior to optimize services.
- Marketing Cookies: Enable personalized advertising.
Managing Cookies:
You can adjust your browser settings to disable or delete cookies. Opt-out options for analytics tools like Google Analytics are available via Google Analytics Opt-Out.
7. Your Data Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erasure: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal obligations.
- Restriction: Limit how your data is processed.
- Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format.
- Objection: Object to data processing for legitimate interests or marketing.
- Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent without affecting prior lawful processing.
To exercise your rights, contact us at privacy@studioapure.com. We will respond within the legal timeframe (e.g., 1 month for GDPR or 45 days for CCPA).
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary:
- Orders: Retained for 7 years for tax and legal compliance.
- Reseller and Affiliate Data: Retained for the duration of the agreement and up to 3 years post-termination.
- Corporate Orders: Retained until resolution of the inquiry or order.
9. Reseller and Affiliate Applications
When you apply to become a reseller or affiliate, we collect:
- Contact details (e.g., name, email, phone number).
- Business information (e.g., company name, address, and social media profiles).
Purpose of Collection:
- To evaluate applications and manage agreements.
- To provide marketing support and updates.
10. Corporate Orders and Custom Requests
For corporate or bulk orders, we collect:
- Business name, contact information, and customization requirements.
Purpose of Collection:
- To process quotes, manage customizations, and fulfill bulk orders.
11. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures, including SSL encryption, to protect your data. Despite these efforts, no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute data security.
12. International Data Transfers
If you access our Website from outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. We ensure compliance with applicable data protection laws during such transfers.
13. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated "Effective Date."
14. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Studio Apure, LLC
901 PONCE DE LEON BLVD STE 601
CORAL GABLES, FL 33134
privacy @ studioapure. com