Privacy Policy

Data Controller

Gournes Studios, Inc.

Data We Collect

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, such as your name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter, leave a comment, or contact us directly. Additionally, we automatically collect certain data when you visit our website, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages viewed. This information helps us understand how our audience engages with our content.

How We Use Data

We use the information we collect to deliver personalized content and recommendations, send newsletters if you have opted in, improve our website’s performance and user experience, and provide customer support. We may also use aggregated data for analytical purposes to better understand trends among our readers.

Cookies & Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and gather analytics on website traffic and user behavior. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or opt out of certain types of cookies via our cookie consent tool. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our site.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services for analytics (such as Google Analytics), advertising networks, and email marketing platforms (for our newsletter). These services may collect data independently under their own privacy policies. We review these providers to ensure they handle your data responsibly and in compliance with applicable laws.

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. In limited circumstances, we may share your data with trusted partners who assist us in operating our website, such as hosting providers or email delivery services. These partners are bound by confidentiality agreements and are prohibited from using your data for any other purpose.

International Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence, including the United States, where our servers and service providers are located. When such transfers occur, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses approved by relevant data protection authorities.

User Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or port your personal information. If you wish to exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

Children

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from a child, we will take steps to delete that information promptly. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected data from your child, please contact us.

Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. When we no longer need your data, we securely delete or anonymize it. Specific retention periods vary depending on the type of information and our legal obligations.

Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, access controls, and regular security audits. While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal data, please contact us at [email protected]. We will do our best to address your inquiry promptly.

Contact us

Gournes Studios, Inc.

Email: [email protected]