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PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated: 10.12.2025

The Small Sicilian Studio (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and the rights you have regarding your information.

By using this website or submitting your details (for example, when applying to access the Pattern Library or making a purchase), you agree to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal information:

Information you provide directly

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Business name

  • Project details (e.g., how you intend to use the patterns)

  • Any additional info you include in forms or messages

Payment Information

Payments for digital products are processed securely through our third-party payment provider. We do not store or have access to your full payment card details.

Automatically collected data

When you browse the site, some non-identifying data may be collected, such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on the site

This helps us understand how visitors use the website and improve user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Process Pattern Library applications

  • Provide access passwords to approved users

  • Deliver digital purchases

  • Communicate with you about your order, access, or enquiries

  • Maintain licensing records for legal and administrative reasons

  • Improve the website and user experience

  • Comply with legal obligations

We will never sell your personal information.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Consent – when you submit a form or sign up voluntarily

  • Contractual necessity – to deliver digital goods and licensing

  • Legitimate interest – to maintain business records and improve services

  • Legal obligation – to comply with tax, accounting or licensing laws

4. How Your Information Is Stored

Your information is stored securely through Wix and/or trusted third-party service providers used to run this website.

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from loss, misuse, unauthorised access or disclosure.

5. How Long We Keep Your Information

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for:

  • fulfilling orders

  • upholding licensing agreements

  • maintaining legal business records

If you apply to the Pattern Library but are not approved, your details may be deleted after review unless you request otherwise.

6. Sharing Your Information

We may share your data only when necessary:

  • With trusted service providers (e.g., website hosting, payment processors)

  • To comply with legal requirements

  • To enforce licensing agreements

We do not sell, trade or rent your data to third parties.

7. Your Rights (GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request corrections to inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your data (in some cases, legal obligations may require us to retain certain data)

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Object to certain types of processing

  • Request a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise your rights, contact: gemmaoakeley21@gmail.com

8. Cookies

This website may use cookies to enhance browsing experience, analyse traffic or remember preferences.
You can disable cookies at any time in your browser settings.

9. Children's Privacy

This site is not intended for individuals under the age of 18 and we do not knowingly collect data from minors.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

11. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is used, please contact:
gemmaoakeley21@gmail.com

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