Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Kadree Studio (“we”, “us” or “our”) collects, uses, shares and protects the personal data of individuals (“you” or “your”) when you use our website [www.kadreestudio.com] (the “Website”). We are dedicated to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring compliance with the UK data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. By using our services, you agree to the collection, use, and handling of your information as outlined in this Privacy Policy. You also acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to its terms.

If you use our website, you acknowledge and accept our practices regarding privacy and the handling of personal data. If you do not agree with these terms, we kindly ask that you refrain from using our website.

Date We Collect

We collect and process different types of personal data depending on how you interact with our website. 

The Information You Provide Us Directly

By submitting an enquiry or request, you consent to “Kadree Studio” accessing, processing, and retaining any personal information you provide for the purpose of managing and responding to your enquiry or request.

We collect the personal data that you provide when completing and submitting forms on our website. This may include your first name, last name, email address, address, phone number and IP address.

If you choose to work with us, we may collect additional information needed for the project, such as your business address, branding preferences and any materials you upload (e.g., a mood board). This information is collected and managed through a trusted third-party service named Dubsado. We encourage you to review Dubsado's Privacy Policy to understand how they handle your data.

We will not collect more information than is necessary for the purpose it serves.

The Information Collected Automatically

Our website uses Google Analytics to gather anonymised data about how you interact with the site. This would include your IP address, browser type, pages visited and duration of your visit. Google Analytics does not retain or gather your personal data; instead, it uses cookies to monitor your interaction. This data will help us improve our website's functionality and performance when making future updates. You can read more about Google Analytics privacy policy by visiting https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/6004245?hl=en.

How Your Data Is Used

The personal data that we collect are used to:

  • Respond to your enquiries and provide you with the services you have requested. 

  • To manage client projects and facilitate essential tasks such as sending contracts, invoices, and forms. This is done using a trusted third-party service, Dubsado

  • To improve our website and understand user behaviour using analytic tools.

We will only use your personal data for the purposes which it was collected for, unless we determine that it is necessary to use it for another reason that is inline with the original purpose. 

In the future, we may introduce email marketing and use your email address to send newsletters, updates or promotional materials. You will always have the option to unsubscribe from these communications at any time.

Legal Basis for Processing Your Data 

Under the UK GDPR, we process your personal data on the following legal ground:

  • Consent: When you voluntarily provide data through our forms, you consent to its processing.

  • Contractual Necessity: To carry out a service you have requested (e.g., managing your project).

  • Legitimate Interests: To monitor and improve our website’s performance and ensure its security.

Sharing Your Personal Data 

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share it with our trusted third-party providers to facilitate our services. These include:

  • Dubsado: Used for managing client projects, sending out contracts, invoices, and forms. For information on how Dubsado handles your data, we advise you to see their privacy policy at https://www.dubsado.com/legal/privacy-policy. 

  • Google Analytics: Used to monitor user activity and our website performance. This data is anonymised.

  • Squarespace: Our website is hosted on Squarespace, which ensures safe hosting and platform stability.

We only share the data necessary for these purposes, and these providers are required to comply with data protection laws and refrain from using your personal data for their own purpose. 

If required by law, to protect our legal rights, or ensure safety and security of our users and the public, we might disclose your personal data.

How Long We Keep Your Data 

We only keep your personal data for as long as required to meet legal requirements or to accomplish the goals for which it was collected for. Once data is no longer needed, we securely erase or anonymise your personal data.

Your Rights 

You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you if you had submitted your information through the forms on our website. Additionally, you can also request that we erase any personal data we may have about you. This excludes any data that we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes. 

If you wish to utilise any of these rights, email us at (hello@kadreestudio.com). 

Please note that if your data is stored or processed by third-party services such as Dubsado, you may need to contact them directly for access or deletion requests related to your data held within their system.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies 

Cookies may be used on our website to enhance user experience and gather anonymised data for analytics. By continuing to use our website, you accept the use of these types of cookies on your device. Additionally, third-party services, not limited to Google Analytics, Dubsado and others, may use cookies to gather anonymised data about how you use our website.

If you would like to manage or block third-party cookies, you can do so by adjusting your browser settings. Refer to your browser’s help documentation for detailed instructions.

How we protect your Data

Your data is securely stored on a cloud platform, and we take all necessary steps to protect it from loss, misuse or unauthorized access. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we make reasonable efforts to protect your information, we cannot be held responsible for any unauthorized access or misuse of our site. We do not guarantee, either express or implied, that such access will be prevented. While we are committed to safeguarding your personal data, we cannot ensure its absolute security.

External Website Links & Third Parties

Although we strive to include only quality, safe and relevant external links, we encourage visitors to take caution before clicking on any external links provided on this website. The content found on these websites cannot be guaranteed or verified by us, no matter how hard we try. We are not responsible for any problems or damages that may result from users clicking on external links, as visitors do so at their own risk. We recommend that you review the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third parties to whom you choose to disclose your information.

Social Media 

Our interactions, communications, and activities on social media platforms that we participate in are governed by the terms, conditions, and privacy policies of those individual platforms.

Amendments to This Privacy Policy 

This privacy policy may be updated from time to time as we reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. The most current version will always be available on our website, with the publication date clearly displayed.

For any queries about this privacy policy or your personal data, please contact us at hello@kadreestudio.com.

Last Updated: 29/11/24