1. Introduction
Marygold Studio (“Marygold Studio LTD”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, process, and protect personal information when you:
- visit our website
- contact us via forms or email
- interact with us on social media
- request a quotation or proposal
- collaborate with us on projects
- use our services
We process personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679 and other applicable data protection laws.
2. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for processing your personal data is:
Marygold Studio
Email: hello@marygold-studio.com
Website: www.marygold-studio.com
If you have questions about this policy or your data, you may contact us using the details above.
Main Office: W1W 7LT
85 Great Portland Street
London, United Kingdom
3. Personal Data We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal data.
Identification and Contact Data
- Full name
- Company name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Job title or professional role
- Business address
Communication Data
Information provided when contacting us, including:
- messages sent through contact forms
- email correspondence
- project inquiries
- requests for proposals
Technical Data
When you visit our website, certain information may be automatically collected:
- IP address
- browser type and version
- device type
- operating system
- pages visited
- website usage data
- referral sources
Project Data
When collaborating on projects, we may receive or store:
- architectural drawings
- 3D models
- design documentation
- project briefs
- marketing assets
- development information
This data is used strictly to deliver our services.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under GDPR, we process personal data on the following legal bases:
Legitimate Interest
We process personal data where it is necessary for our legitimate business interests, such as:
- responding to inquiries
- providing services
- communicating with clients
- improving our website and services
Contractual Necessity
When processing is necessary to perform a contract or prepare a contract with you.
Consent
When you voluntarily provide consent, such as subscribing to marketing communications.
Legal Obligation
When required to comply with legal or regulatory obligations.
5. How We Use Personal Data
We may use personal data for the following purposes:
- responding to inquiries or contact requests
- preparing proposals and quotations
- delivering CGI, visualization, animation, and design services
- managing client relationships and projects
- improving website performance and usability
- conducting analytics and marketing analysis
- sending marketing communications (where consent is provided)
- complying with legal obligations
We do not sell personal data to third parties.
6. Data Sharing
We may share personal data with trusted third parties where necessary to operate our business and deliver services, including:
- cloud storage providers
- website hosting providers
- analytics services
- payment processors
- project collaboration tools
- subcontractors and freelance artists working under confidentiality agreements
All partners are required to protect personal data and process it only for the specified purposes.
7. International Data Transfers
Because Marygold Studio works with international clients and service providers, personal data may be transferred to countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
Where such transfers occur, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:
- standard contractual clauses (SCCs)
- contractual confidentiality obligations
- data protection agreements with service providers
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:
- fulfill contractual obligations
- maintain project records
- comply with legal and accounting obligations
- maintain business relationships
Project-related information may be retained for longer periods for portfolio, client support, and documentation purposes.
9. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website performance.
Cookies may help us:
- understand how visitors use our website
- analyze traffic and engagement
- improve website functionality
- remember user preferences
Users can control cookie settings through their browser preferences.
10. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data, including:
- secure servers and encrypted connections
- restricted access to sensitive information
- internal data protection procedures
- confidentiality agreements with collaborators
While we strive to protect personal data, no method of online transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
11. Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, you may have the following rights:
- right to access your personal data
- right to rectify inaccurate information
- right to request deletion of your data
- right to restrict processing
- right to data portability
- right to object to processing
- right to withdraw consent for marketing communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the contact information below.
12. Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Marygold Studio is not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.
We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party services they visit.
13. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any updates will be published on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
14. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or the way we handle personal data, please contact:
Marygold Studio
Email: hello@marygold-studio.com
Website: www.marygold-studio.com