Effective Date: 08/01/2025
Last Updated: 08/01/2025
OakByte Studio (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Billing address
- Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
b. Non-Personal Information
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- IP address
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
c. Information You Provide Voluntarily
- Messages sent via contact forms, email, or social media
- Details provided when booking meetings or requesting services
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and manage our services
- Communicate with you regarding inquiries, projects, and updates
- Process payments and send invoices
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Send marketing communications (only if you opt in)
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information only with:
- Service providers (e.g., hosting, payment processing, analytics)
- Legal authorities when required by law
- Business partners if collaboration is necessary for your project (with your consent)
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
- Improve marketing effectiveness
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly without them.
5. Data Retention
We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete your personal information
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Restrict or object to data processing
- Request a copy of your data
To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@oakbytestudio.com.
7. Data Security
We use industry-standard measures to protect your personal information, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.
9. GDPR Compliance (For EU Users)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion
- Restrict processing of your personal data
- Request a copy of your personal data in a portable format
- Withdraw consent at any time (without affecting prior processing)
Our legal basis for collecting and using your personal data will depend on the information collected and the context, but typically includes:
- Your consent
- Contract performance
- Legal obligations
- Legitimate business interests
10. CCPA Compliance (For California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Know the categories of personal information we collect and how we use it
- Request a copy of the personal information we have about you
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal data)
You may exercise these rights by contacting us at hello@oakbytestudio.com. We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights under the CCPA.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website, with the “Last Updated” date noted above.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
OakByte Studio
Email: hello@oakbytestudio.com
Website: oakbytestudio.com