Privacy Policy & Data Protection Notice

This Privacy Policy explains how Static Web Studio collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information when you visit our website or use our services. It is designed to meet the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) / California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL), Brazil's Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD), South Africa's Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), and other applicable privacy laws around the world.

By using our website or submitting your information to us, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our website or services.

Who we are

Static Web Studio provides website development, maintenance, and hosting management services to clients worldwide. For the purposes of GDPR and similar laws, we act as a data controller for information collected through this website and as a data processor only when we handle personal data on behalf of a client under a separate service agreement.

Information we collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, information collected automatically when you use our website, and information we receive from third parties.

Information you provide

• Name, email address, phone number, and company name
• Project details and service preferences
• Billing and payment information, where applicable
• Any other information you choose to share with us

Information collected automatically

• IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies as described below

Information from third parties

• Analytics providers such as Google Analytics or Cloudflare Web Analytics
• Payment processors, if you make a payment
• Communication and hosting platforms we use to deliver services

How we use your information

• To respond to your inquiries and provide quotes or proposals
• To deliver, maintain, and improve the services you purchase
• To communicate with you about your project, account, or support requests
• To send marketing communications only where you have given clear consent, or where otherwise permitted by law
• To analyze website usage and improve user experience
• To comply with legal obligations, prevent fraud, and protect our rights

Lawful basis for processing (GDPR)

We process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:

• Performance of a contract: to provide the services you requested
• Consent: for marketing emails, non-essential cookies, and other uses where consent is required by law
• Legitimate interests: to improve our services, secure our website, and respond to enquiries
• Legal obligation: to comply with tax, accounting, and regulatory requirements

Cookies and similar technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to operate our website, understand how visitors use it, and improve performance. Some cookies are essential and cannot be disabled. Others, such as analytics and marketing cookies, are only placed after you have given consent through our cookie banner.

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through the cookie settings link in the footer or by clearing cookies in your browser. For more detail, see our Cookie Policy.

Marketing and CASL compliance

We only send commercial electronic messages, such as newsletters or promotional emails, when we have your express consent or another CASL-permitted basis. Every marketing email includes a clear way to unsubscribe, and we honor opt-out requests promptly.

If you contact us through our website, we may follow up with information directly related to your inquiry. That is not considered marketing under CASL unless it promotes a separate product or service.

How we protect your information

We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal information, including encryption in transit, access controls, secure hosting environments, and regular backups. While we take these steps seriously, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

How long we keep your information

We keep personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. When information is no longer needed, we delete or anonymize it securely.

International data transfers

Static Web Studio operates globally. Your information may be processed in, transferred to, or stored in countries other than your own. When we transfer personal data outside the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, or other regions with strict data protection laws, we rely on appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions.

Your privacy rights

Depending on where you live, you may have the following rights:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Object to or restrict certain types of processing
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
• Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (CCPA/CPRA)
• Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

We do not sell personal information. We share information only with trusted service providers necessary to operate our business and deliver services.

Third-party services

Our website and services may link to or use third-party platforms. These third parties have their own privacy policies and practices. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices, but we choose providers with strong security and privacy commitments.

Children's privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us and we will delete it.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. If changes are significant, we will provide a more prominent notice.

Contact us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, want to exercise your rights, or have a privacy concern, please contact us at hello@staticwebstudio.com.

This policy is provided as a practical data protection notice. It is not legal advice. For jurisdiction-specific requirements, please consult a qualified privacy lawyer.