Privacy Policy
Our commitment to protecting your personal information and maintaining transparent data practices in all our design services
Our Data Protection Commitment
At Aegean Design Studios, we recognize that your privacy is fundamental to our professional relationship. As a Mediterranean-inspired design consultancy, we handle your personal information with the same care and attention to detail that we bring to our creative work. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and manage your personal data.
We are committed to transparency in our data practices and compliance with applicable privacy regulations. Your trust in our design services extends to trusting us with your information, and we take this responsibility seriously through comprehensive privacy protection measures.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
When you engage with our design services, you may voluntarily provide us with personal information.
- Contact details including name and professional information
- Business information and project requirements
- Design preferences and creative briefs
- Communication records and project feedback
- Payment information for design services
Automatically Collected Information
We collect certain information automatically when you visit our website or use our services.
- Website usage patterns and page interactions
- Device information and browser specifications
- Geographic location for service customization
- Technical data for website optimization
- Performance metrics and error logging
Third-Party Information
In some cases, we may receive information about you from third-party sources.
- Professional referrals and recommendations
- Business directory and networking platform data
- Social media profile information when you engage with us
- Partner and collaborator shared project information
How We Use Your Information
Service Delivery
- Providing personalized design consultations and creative services
- Managing project timelines and deliverable coordination
- Processing payments and managing financial transactions
- Delivering final design assets and ongoing support
Communication & Improvement
- Sending project updates and service notifications
- Analyzing website performance and user experience
- Developing new services based on client needs
- Maintaining professional relationships and follow-up
Legal Basis: We process your personal information based on legitimate business interests, contractual obligations, consent where required, and compliance with legal requirements in the creative services industry.
Data Protection & Security
Technical Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security protocols including encrypted data transmission, secure server infrastructure, regular security audits, and access controls to protect your information from unauthorized access or disclosure.
Access Control & Confidentiality
Access to your personal data is strictly limited to authorized team members who need the information to provide design services. All staff sign confidentiality agreements and receive privacy training.
Data Retention & Backup
We retain your information only as long as necessary for service delivery and legal requirements. Secure backup systems ensure data availability while maintaining privacy protections throughout the retention period.
Your Privacy Rights
Access & Portability
Request access to your personal data and receive a copy in a structured, commonly used format for your records or transfer to another service provider.
Correction & Updates
Request correction of inaccurate information or updates to your personal data to ensure it remains current and relevant for our services.
Deletion & Erasure
Request deletion of your personal data when it's no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, subject to legal retention requirements.
Processing Restrictions
Request limitation of processing activities when you contest accuracy, object to processing, or need data preserved for legal claims.
Objection Rights
Object to processing based on legitimate interests, including direct marketing communications, with specific exceptions for essential service delivery.
Consent Withdrawal
Withdraw consent for data processing activities that require your consent, without affecting the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.
Exercising Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us with your specific request. We'll respond within 30 days and may require identity verification to protect your privacy.
If you're not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
Data Sharing & International Transfers
Limited Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data only in specific circumstances:
- With trusted service providers who assist in delivering our design services
- When required by law or to protect legal rights and safety
- With your explicit consent for specific business purposes
- In connection with business transfers, subject to confidentiality protections
International Data Transfers
When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards:
- Adequacy decisions or standard contractual clauses for data protection
- Binding corporate rules and certification mechanisms
- Specific consent for transfers when required by applicable law
- Regular assessment of transfer mechanisms and security measures
Third-Party Services: We work with carefully selected third-party providers for specific services like payment processing, analytics, and cloud storage. These providers are contractually bound to protect your data according to our privacy standards.
Policy Updates & Contact Information
Privacy Policy Updates
We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make significant changes:
- We'll notify you through your preferred communication method
- Significant changes will be highlighted clearly
- You'll have time to review changes before they take effect
- Your continued use constitutes acceptance of updated terms
Privacy Questions & Concerns
We're committed to addressing your privacy questions and concerns promptly and professionally. For privacy-related inquiries:
- Contact us for clarification on any privacy practices
- Report privacy concerns or potential data incidents
- Request information about your rights and how to exercise them
- Provide feedback on our privacy practices and policies
Commitment to Privacy Excellence
Privacy protection is integrated into every aspect of our design services. We regularly review and improve our privacy practices to ensure they meet the highest standards of data protection and professional ethics.
This privacy policy was last updated in December 2025 and reflects our current commitment to protecting your personal information in all aspects of our creative services.