Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 6.18.2025
1. Introduction
Studio9 Brand LLC ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data when you use our website or services (Branding, Political Strategy, and Sales). By using our services, you consent to these practices.
2. Data We Collect
We may collect:
- Personal Data: Name, email, phone, payment details, business information.
- Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, cookies (see Section 6).
- Client Materials: Brand assets, campaign data, sales records (provided by you).
- Third-Party Data: Analytics (Google Analytics), payment processors (Stripe, PayPal).
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Deliver services (e.g., branding designs, political campaigns) - Contractual necessity
- Process payments & send invoices - Legal obligation
- Improve website/user experience - Legitimate interest
- Marketing (e.g., newsletters) - Consent (opt-in required)
- Compliance with laws (e.g., FEC, tax) - Legal obligation
We do not sell your data. We may share it with:
- Service Providers: Payment processors, hosting providers (under strict confidentiality).
- Legal Compliance: If required by law (e.g., court orders, FEC audits).
- Business Transfers: In mergers/acquisitions (data remains protected).
5. International Data Transfers
Data may be transferred globally but safeguarded via:
- GDPR: Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for EU/UK transfers.
- CCPA: Opt-out rights for California residents.
By using our services, you consent to cross-border transfers.
6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality (no opt-out).
- Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics (opt-out via browser settings).
- Marketing Cookies: Used only with prior consent.
7. Data Retention
We retain data:
- As long as needed to provide services (e.g., client contracts).
- As required by law (e.g., tax records: 7 years).
- Upon request, we delete/anonymize data (see Section 8).
8. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may:
- Access/Correct your data.
- Delete your data (unless legally required to retain).
- Opt out of marketing or data sales (CCPA).
- Withdraw consent (e.g., cookies).
- Lodge complaints with a supervisory authority (GDPR).
Requests: Email [Your Contact Email]. We respond within 30 days.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not for users under 16. We do not knowingly collect their data.
10. Security Measures
We implement:
- Encryption (SSL/TLS for data transfers).
- Access controls (limited to authorized personnel).
- Regular audits of third-party vendors.
No system is 100% secure—you provide data at your own risk.
11. Policy Updates
We may update this policy. Changes take effect upon posting. Clients will be notified via email or website notices.