PRIVACY POLICY
ConnectMe Digital Studio Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 10, 2025
This Privacy Policy describes how ConnectMe Digital Studios (the "Site," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your personal information when you visit, use our services, or enter into an agreement for branding and/or website design services from www.connectmestudios.com
(the "Site") or otherwise communicate with us (collectively, the "Services").
For purposes of this Privacy Policy, "you" and "your" means you as the user of the Services, whether you are a client, website visitor, or another individual whose information we process pursuant to this Privacy Policy.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using and accessing any of the Services, you agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use or access any of the Services.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time, including to reflect changes in our practices, services, or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will post the revised Privacy Policy on the Site, update the "Last updated" date, and take any additional steps required by law.
How We Collect and Use Your Personal Information
To provide our Services, we collect personal information about you from various sources, as set out below. The type of information we collect depends on how you interact with us.
In addition to the uses below, we may use your information to:
Provide and deliver our Services.
Communicate with you.
Fulfill legal obligations.
Enforce agreements.
Protect our business and users.
Information We Collect Directly From You
When you interact with our Services, you may provide us with:
Contact Details: name, address, phone number, email.
Project Information: business name, branding assets, content, photos, copy, preferences.
Order & Billing Information: payment confirmation, billing address, VAT details.
Account Information: login details (if you create an account for client portals).
Communications: messages, feedback, or support requests you provide.
Some features require certain information. Without it, you may not be able to access those Services.
Information We Collect Automatically (Cookies & Usage Data)
We may automatically collect information about your interactions with our Site through cookies, pixels, and similar technologies. This includes:
Device and browser details.
IP address and location data.
Pages viewed and time spent on the Site.
Navigation and usage data.
Cookies are used to improve user experience, track performance, and personalize your experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some site features may not work properly.
Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from service providers and partners, such as:
Payment processors (e.g., Wise, PayPal, banks).
Project platforms (e.g., Showit, Notion, Canva, Google Drive).
Marketing/Analytics tools (e.g., email marketing, social media platforms).
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties. Please review their policies separately.
How We Use Your Personal Information
We may use your information to:
Deliver Services: fulfill contracts, create branding, design websites, provide revisions.
Process Payments: issue invoices, confirm transactions, and provide receipts.
Communicate: project updates, support, and notices.
Marketing: send promotions or portfolio showcases (only with your consent).
Legal Compliance: fulfill tax, regulatory, or contractual obligations.
Fraud Prevention & Security: detect and prevent unauthorized access or misuse.
How We Disclose Personal Information
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
With service providers: IT systems, payment processors, cloud storage, marketing tools.
With subcontractors or collaborators: only where needed for your project.
For legal purposes: compliance with court orders, tax authorities, or regulators.
Business transfers: in the case of a merger, sale, or restructuring.
We will never sell your personal data.
Security & Data Retention
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure.
We keep your personal information only as long as necessary:
To deliver Services.
To comply with Dutch tax law (typically 7 years).
To maintain portfolio use (with consent).
After this period, your data will be deleted or anonymized.
Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are located in the EU/EEA, you have the right to:
Access your personal information.
Request corrections to inaccurate data.
Request deletion of your personal data.
Restrict or object to certain processing.
Withdraw consent (where consent is the legal basis).
Request a copy of your data (data portability).
To exercise your rights, contact us at connectmestudios@gmail.com
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Children’s Data
Our Services are not directed at individuals under 16, and we do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe we have unintentionally collected such data, please contact us for deletion.
International Data Transfers
We may transfer your information outside the EU. In such cases, we rely on approved safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or adequacy decisions, to ensure protection.
Intellectual Property & Portfolio Use
All branding and website designs created by ConnectMe Digital Studios are original works and protected by copyright.
All Rights Reserved: Unless otherwise agreed, we retain intellectual property rights to our work.
License: Upon full payment, you receive a license to use the final deliverables for your business.
Portfolio Use: We may showcase completed projects in our portfolio and marketing channels with your consent.
Complaints
If you have concerns about our data practices, contact us directly. You may also file a complaint with the Dutch Data Protection Authority (Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens).
Contact
ConnectMe Digital Studios
connectmestudios@gmail.com
www.connectmestudios.com
Sluiskamp 3105, 6605 SL Wijchen, Gelderland, The Netherlands
KVK: 82150869
BTW-ID/VAT - NL003644373B05
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