Privacy Policy

STUDIO: ARC PRIVACY & COOKIE POLICY

Last updated: 17/11/25

1. INTRODUCTION

STUDIO: ARC (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy & Cookie Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website (“Site”).

This policy complies with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

By using our Site, you consent to the practices described here.

2. PRIVACY POLICY

2.1. Information We Collect

Visitors to Our Website

We collect personal data through Squarespace, including:

  • Browser, network, and device details

  • Pages visited before arriving at our Site

  • IP address

Squarespace analyses this data in a de-personalised form to provide and improve its platform functionality.

Marketing Communications

When you provide your email address, we may send marketing emails. You can unsubscribe at any time.

We share your contact information with our email provider, Mailchimp, for distribution purposes only.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies. See the Cookie Policy section below.

Fonts

We use fonts from Google Fonts and Adobe Fonts. These providers may receive your:

  • Browser information

  • Device information

  • IP address

Analytics

We collect analytical data to understand how visitors use our website. This includes:

  • Pages visited

  • Clicks and interactions

  • Device information

  • Timestamps

This information is processed via Squarespace Analytics.

2.2. How We Use Your Data

We process personal data for:

  • Providing and maintaining the website

  • Improving performance and user experience

  • Communicating with you (when opted-in)

  • Meeting legal obligations

  • Completing account setup for project work involving login credentials

2.3. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your data. We share it only with:

  • Service providers (Squarespace, Mailchimp, analytics tools)

  • Legal authorities when required

2.4. Data Retention

We retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

2.5. Your Rights (UK GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access your data

  • Rectify inaccurate data

  • Request deletion

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Request data portability

To exercise your rights, email: info@wearestudioarc.com

2.6. Security

We take appropriate measures to protect your data, but no online transmission is 100% secure.

2.7. Third-Party Links

We are not responsible for external website content or privacy practices.

2.8. Changes

We may update this policy at any time. Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of changes.

2.9. Contact

For privacy enquiries:
info@wearestudioarc.com

3. COOKIE POLICY

3.1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help ensure functionality, performance, and improved experience.

3.2. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies (Always Active)

Required for the website to function securely.

Functional Cookies

Provide enhanced functionality and personalisation.

Analytics & Performance Cookies (Consent Required)

Used to understand visitor behaviour and improve performance.

These include Squarespace Analytics cookies.

Third-Party Cookies

Used by Google Fonts, Adobe Fonts, and embedded content providers.

These may collect your IP address and browser/device details.

3.3. Managing Cookies

You can manage cookies through your browser settings:

  • Google Chrome → Privacy & Security

  • Safari → Preferences → Privacy

  • Firefox → Options → Privacy & Security

Blocking certain cookies may affect functionality.

3.4. Contact

If you have questions about cookies, email:
info@wearestudioarc.com