Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 16, 2025

Emily Designs It ("we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit www.emilydesignsit.com (the “Site”), in accordance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Voluntarily Provide

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Business information
  • Any other details you share in contact forms or correspondence

b. Information We Collect Automatically

We use cookies and analytics tools to collect technical data, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and device info
  • Pages visited, time on site, and referring links

We use Google Analytics and Squarespace Analytics to understand how users interact with our site. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Respond to inquiries
  • Provide requested services
  • Improve website functionality and content
  • Send newsletters or promotions (only with your consent)
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your data based on:

  • Consent – for email marketing or optional cookies
  • Contract – to provide services you've requested
  • Legitimate Interest – to analyze site performance
  • Legal Obligation – to fulfill legal duties

4. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell your data. We may share your info with trusted service providers including Squarespace (hosting/analytics) and Google Analytics. These providers are required to keep your data secure and confidential.

5. Your Privacy Rights

For EU/UK residents (GDPR):

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct or delete your data
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Request a copy of your data (portability)

For California residents (CCPA/CPRA):

  • Know what data we collect and why
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Opt out of data sharing
  • Receive equal service and pricing regardless of your privacy choices

To make a privacy request, email us at hello@emilydesignsit.com.

6. Data Retention

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

7. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings. Our cookie usage includes analytics, performance, and functionality tracking.

8. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to secure your data and prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

9. Third-Party Links

This website may include links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

10. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under the age of 13 (or under 16 in the EU).

11. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted here with an updated effective date.

12. Contact

Questions? Reach out at hello@emilydesignsit.com