Last Updated: January 2025

Your Privacy at a Glance

We collect minimal personal information necessary to provide our creative services, never sell your data to third parties, and use industry-standard security measures to protect your information.

Table of Contents

1. Overview

At RG Studio, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our creative direction and consulting services.

Key Principle: We only collect information that is necessary to provide and improve our services to you. We never sell your personal information to third parties.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Name and contact information (email, phone, address)
  • Company or project information
  • Project briefs, creative materials, and feedback
  • Payment and billing information
  • Communication preferences

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address and location information
  • Browser type and device information
  • Pages visited and time spent on our site
  • Referral sources and search terms
  • Technical information for site optimization

2.3 Third-Party Information

We may receive information about you from business partners, social media platforms, or public databases to better understand your needs and provide relevant services.

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Service Delivery

We use your information primarily to provide creative direction and consulting services, including project planning, communication, deliverable creation, and ongoing support.

3.2 Business Operations

We may also use your information to:

  • Process payments and maintain financial records
  • Communicate about projects, updates, and services
  • Improve our services and develop new offerings
  • Comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes
  • Protect against fraud and maintain security

3.3 Marketing and Communications

With your consent, we may send you updates about our services, industry insights, or promotional materials. You can opt out of marketing communications at any time.

4. Information Sharing

Important: We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4.1 Limited Sharing Circumstances

We may share your information only in these specific situations:

  • Service Providers: Trusted contractors who assist in project delivery (with confidentiality agreements)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or regulatory authority
  • Business Protection: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our clients
  • With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize sharing for specific purposes
  • Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of business assets

4.2 Portfolio and Case Studies

We may showcase completed work in our portfolio or case studies only with explicit client permission. We respect confidentiality agreements and will not share sensitive project details.

5. Data Security

5.1 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures including encrypted communications, secure file storage, regular security audits, and access controls to protect your personal information.

5.2 Data Breach Response

In the unlikely event of a data breach, we will notify affected clients promptly and take immediate steps to secure the breach and prevent further unauthorized access.

Your Role: Please help us protect your information by using strong passwords, keeping login credentials confidential, and reporting suspicious activity immediately.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

Typical retention periods:

  • Project Files: 7 years for business records and tax purposes
  • Communication Records: 3-5 years or as required by law
  • Marketing Data: Until you opt out or request deletion
  • Website Analytics: 24-36 months for optimization purposes

7. Your Rights

Access

Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

Correction

Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete personal information.

Deletion

Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.

Portability

Request transfer of your data to another service provider.

Restrict Processing

Limit how we use your personal information in certain circumstances.

Opt-Out

Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at hello@rgstudio.org. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

8. Cookies and Tracking

8.1 Cookie Usage

Our website uses cookies to improve functionality, analyze usage patterns, and enhance user experience. Essential cookies are necessary for site operation, while optional cookies help us understand user preferences.

8.2 Managing Cookies

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality, while disabling analytics cookies will not impact your browsing experience.

8.3 Third-Party Analytics

We may use analytics services to understand how visitors interact with our website. These services may collect information anonymously and are subject to their own privacy policies.

9. International Data Transfers

As we serve clients worldwide, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure adequate protection through appropriate safeguards and compliance with applicable data protection laws.

EU/UK Residents: For transfers outside the EU/UK, we use standard contractual clauses or other approved mechanisms to ensure your data remains protected according to GDPR standards.

10. Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or business operations. Significant changes will be communicated to clients via email or prominent website notices.

Stay Informed: Please review this policy periodically. Your continued use of our services after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us using the information below. We are committed to addressing your privacy concerns promptly and transparently.

Privacy Questions?

For privacy-related inquiries, data requests, or concerns:

Email: hello@rgstudio.org

Subject Line: Privacy Policy Inquiry

We will respond to privacy requests within 30 days.