Privacy Policy
Auræ Atelier (auraeatelier.com) is a boutique brand and web design studio based in British Columbia, Canada. This policy explains what personal information is collected when you use this website, how it's used, and what your rights are.
By using this site, you agree to the practices described here.
What is collected
Depending on how you interact with the site, the following information may be collected:
- Your email address, when you submit a form or opt in to receive content
- Your quiz responses, when you complete The Brand Blind Spot quiz
- Basic technical data such as browser type, device, and pages visited (via Netlify analytics)
- Cookies placed by the site host (Netlify) to support standard site functionality
How it's used
Information collected is used to:
- Deliver your quiz result and any follow-up resources you've requested
- Send occasional emails about services, resources, or studio updates (only if you've opted in)
- Understand how the site is being used so it can be improved
Your data is never sold. It is not used for advertising or shared with third parties for their own marketing purposes.
Third-party services
Auræ Atelier uses the following third-party tools to operate this site:
- MailerLite — email marketing and subscriber management. MailerLite stores and processes your email address on servers outside Canada. Their privacy policy is available at mailerlite.com.
- Netlify — website hosting and deployment. Netlify may collect standard server logs and analytics. Their privacy policy is available at netlify.com.
Both services are contractually required to handle data responsibly and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.
Cookies
This site uses cookies placed by Netlify to support basic hosting functionality. No third-party advertising or tracking cookies are used. You can disable cookies in your browser settings; some site features may not work as expected if you do.
How long data is kept
Email subscribers are kept on the list until they unsubscribe or request removal. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of any email. To request full deletion of your data, contact admin@auraeatelier.com.
Server logs and analytics data are retained in line with Netlify's standard data retention practices.
Your rights
Depending on where you're located, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information held about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent for email marketing at any time
- Lodge a complaint with a relevant privacy authority
To exercise any of these rights, email admin@auraeatelier.com. Requests will be responded to within 30 days.
Applicable law
This site is operated from British Columbia, Canada and is subject to BC's Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) and Canada's federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). If you're visiting from the European Union, UK, or California, the relevant provisions of GDPR, UK GDPR, or CCPA also apply to how your data is handled.
Changes to this policy
This policy may be updated from time to time. The date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
Questions about this policy or how your data is handled can be directed to admin@auraeatelier.com.