Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how Sawashel Studios collects, uses, and protects your personal information.

Last updated: December 2024

1. Introduction

Sawashel Studios ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us in any way.

This policy applies to all users of our website located at our domain and covers all personal data we process in connection with our business activities. We encourage you to read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal information.

By using our website and services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the practices described in this policy, please do not use our website or services.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Register for an account or subscription
  • Subscribe to our newsletter or mailing list
  • Contact us through our website forms or email
  • Participate in surveys, contests, or promotional activities
  • Request information about our services
  • Make purchases or transactions
  • Provide feedback or testimonials

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, postal address, payment information, and other details you choose to provide.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

  • IP address and location data
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Referring website addresses
  • Clickstream data and navigation patterns
  • Device identifiers and technical specifications

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website usage. These technologies help us understand how you interact with our website and allow us to provide personalized content and advertisements.

For detailed information about our use of cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

Service Provision and Communication

  • Providing, maintaining, and improving our website and services
  • Processing transactions and fulfilling orders
  • Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support
  • Sending you technical notices, updates, and support messages
  • Communicating with you about products, services, and events

Marketing and Promotional Activities

  • Sending newsletters and promotional materials
  • Personalizing content and advertising based on your interests
  • Conducting market research and surveys
  • Analyzing usage patterns to improve our offerings
  • Inviting you to participate in special events or programs

Legal and Security Purposes

  • Complying with legal obligations and regulations
  • Protecting our rights, property, and safety
  • Preventing fraud and unauthorized access
  • Enforcing our terms of service and policies
  • Resolving disputes and investigating issues

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as described in this policy. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or serving users. These providers have access to personal information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated to protect your information.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities. We may also disclose information to comply with legal processes, protect our rights, or ensure the safety and security of our users and the public.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.

Consent and Public Information

We may share information with your explicit consent or when you choose to make certain information public, such as in user reviews, testimonials, or social media posts.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security practices include:

Technical Safeguards

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Secure socket layer (SSL) technology for website connections
  • Regular security assessments and vulnerability testing
  • Access controls and authentication mechanisms
  • Firewall protection and intrusion detection systems

Organizational Measures

  • Employee training on data protection and privacy
  • Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
  • Regular review and update of security policies
  • Incident response procedures and breach notification protocols
  • Third-party security compliance verification

Important: While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we continuously work to improve our security measures.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. We respect these rights and provide mechanisms for you to exercise them:

Access and Portability

You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you and to receive a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used format. You can request this information by contacting us using the details provided in this policy.

Correction and Updates

You can request that we correct or update any inaccurate or incomplete personal information. You may also update certain information directly through your account settings if you have one.

Deletion and Restriction

You have the right to request that we delete your personal information or restrict its processing under certain circumstances. However, we may need to retain certain information for legal, security, or legitimate business purposes.

Marketing Communications

You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by:

  • Following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails
  • Updating your communication preferences in your account settings
  • Contacting us directly using the information provided below

Cookie Preferences

You can control cookie usage through your browser settings or our cookie consent manager. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use various types of cookies and tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These technologies help us understand how you use our site and provide you with personalized content and advertisements.

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality and security
  • Performance Cookies: Help us analyze website usage and improve performance
  • Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and enhance user experience
  • Targeting Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness
  • Social Media Cookies: Enable social media features and sharing

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences through:

  • Our cookie consent banner when you first visit our website
  • Your browser settings to block or delete cookies
  • Opt-out tools provided by advertising partners
  • Our privacy settings page (if available)

For more detailed information about our use of cookies, please visit our Cookie Policy.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Retention Periods

  • Account Information: Retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after account closure
  • Transaction Records: Kept for financial and legal compliance purposes
  • Marketing Data: Retained until you opt out or request deletion
  • Website Analytics: Typically retained for 26 months or as required by analytics providers
  • Customer Support Communications: Kept for quality assurance and training purposes

Data Deletion

When we no longer need your personal information, we will securely delete or anonymize it. You can request the deletion of your personal information at any time, subject to legal and legitimate business requirements.

9. International Data Transfers

Sawashel Studios operates globally, and your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

Transfer Safeguards

When we transfer your personal information internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards to ensure adequate protection, including:

  • Standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities
  • Binding corporate rules for intra-group transfers
  • Certification schemes and codes of conduct
  • Adequacy decisions by regulatory authorities
  • Other legally recognized transfer mechanisms

Your Rights

Regardless of where your data is transferred, you maintain the same rights and protections outlined in this Privacy Policy. You can contact us with any questions about international data transfers.

10. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

Parental Consent

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. We will work with you to address any concerns and delete the information if necessary.

Age Verification

We may implement age verification measures to prevent the collection of personal information from children under 13. However, we encourage parents to monitor their children's internet usage and help enforce our privacy policy.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes to this policy, we will:

  • Post the updated policy on our website
  • Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Notify you via email or prominent website notice for significant changes
  • Obtain your consent for changes that materially affect how we use your information

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about our privacy practices. Your continued use of our website and services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us using the following information:

Sawashel Studios

Address

450 Lexington Ave
New York, NY 10017
United States

Get in Touch

Business Hours

Mon-Fri: 09:00-18:00 EST

Data Protection Officer

For specific privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your rights under applicable data protection laws, you may also contact our Data Protection Officer directly at privacy@sawashel.com.

Response Time

We strive to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 30 days of receipt. For complex requests or those requiring investigation, we may extend this period and will keep you informed of the progress.