Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [1-1-2025]

Hive Studio (“Hive,” “Hive Studio,” “the Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal data of clients, users, partners, vendors, and visitors of its digital properties. This Privacy Policy explains how data is collected, used, stored, and disclosed in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including but not limited to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), UK GDPR, and other international standards.

1. Scope of This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to:

  • All visitors and users of Hive Studio’s website: https://hivestudio.net/
  • Clients and prospective clients who engage with Hive Studio for creative and marketing services
  • Users submitting personal data through contact forms, job applications, service inquiries, and surveys
  • Interactions via Hive Studio’s social media platforms and email communication

This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites, platforms, or applications that may be linked on our website but are not owned or operated by Hive Studio.

2. What Information Is Collected

Hive Studio collects both personally identifiable information (“PII”) and non-personally identifiable information to deliver high-quality, customized services.

2.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily

Collected when users:

  • Submit contact or quote forms
  • Send emails or direct messages
  • Enter into a service agreement
  • Participate in surveys, contests, or interviews
  • Apply for jobs

This information may include:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Company name and role
  • Service interests and project requirements
  • Payment and billing details
  • Job applications (CVs, portfolios, references)
  • Any other data voluntarily submitted

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When visiting the Hive Studio website, we automatically collect:

  • IP address and location (approximate)
  • Browser and device information
  • Language preferences
  • Website pages visited
  • Date and time of access
  • Time spent on each page
  • Clickstream behavior

2.3 Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Cookies and other tracking technologies are used to:

  • Enhance website usability and experience
  • Conduct analytics to improve services
  • Enable marketing and remarketing campaigns

Cookie types:

  • Necessary Cookiesfor basic website operations
  • Performance Cookies(e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Targeting Cookies(e.g., Google Ads, Facebook Pixel)

Users can accept or decline cookies through their browser or the cookie consent banner on the website.

3. Legal Bases for Data Processing (GDPR)

Hive Studio processes personal data based on:

  • Consent– When users voluntarily provide their data
  • Contractual necessity– When data is required to provide a service
  • Legal obligation– When required by law, such as tax reporting
  • Legitimate interest– For marketing, fraud prevention, service improvement

Users have the right to withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.

4. How Your Information Is Used

Hive Studio uses collected information for:

  • Communicating with clients and prospects
  • Delivering and improving creative and marketing services
  • Managing accounts, payments, and contracts
  • Creating customized proposals and service roadmaps
  • Sending service updates and occasional newsletters
  • Monitoring website performance and audience behavior
  • Ensuring legal compliance and internal audits
  • Preventing unauthorized activity or abuse

Marketing messages are only sent with user consent, and each communication includes an unsubscribe option.

5. Sharing and Disclosure of Data

Hive Studio does not sell, rent, or trade personal data. Data may be shared under specific circumstances:

5.1 With Trusted Third Parties

  • Hosting and infrastructure providers (e.g.,GoDaddy, Hostinger, Digital Ocean Vercel, AWS)
  • Analytical tools ( Google Analytics, SEMRush, HubSpot )
  • Marketing, ads and social media platforms (e.g., Google, Meta, TikTok, Snapchat, LinkedIn)
  • CRM and project management tools
  • Email marketing services (e.g., Mailchimp, Brevo,)
  • Legal and accounting partners
  • Freelancers or subcontractors under NDA

All third parties are bound by confidentiality and data processing agreements.

 

5.2 Legal Compliance

Personal data may be disclosed to:

  • Regulatory bodies
  • Law enforcement agencies
  • Courts, when required by legal process

5.3 Business Transfers

If Hive Studio is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset transfer, personal data may be transferred to the acquiring entity under the same privacy standards.

6. Data Transfers Across Borders

Hive Studio operates globally. Data may be stored or processed in locations outside your country, including jurisdictions that may not have the same data protection laws.

Hive Studio ensures compliance through:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCC)
  • Data Processing Agreements (DPAs)
  • Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs) where applicable

7. Data Security

Hive Studio implements industry-standard security protocols to protect your data:

  • SSL encryption on all website traffic
  • Access control and authentication measures
  • Encrypted storage of sensitive information
  • Regular vulnerability assessments and audits
  • Secure backups and disaster recovery plans
  • Employee training and security policies

No method of transmission is 100% secure, but Hive Studio uses reasonable efforts to ensure data safety.

8. Data Retention

Hive Studio retains personal data only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services
  • Meet legal, tax, and regulatory requirements
  • Resolve disputes or enforce contracts
  • Maintain accurate business records

Once data is no longer required, it is deleted or anonymized in a secure manner.

9. Your Rights Under Data Protection Laws

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you have the right to:

  • Access a copy of your personal data
  • Request correction or deletion
  • Object to data processing
  • Request restriction of data use
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Request data portability
  • File a complaint with a regulatory authority

To exercise any of these rights, please contact info@hivestudio.net 

10. Your Choices and Controls

  • Cookies: Adjust settings in the cookie banner or browser
  • Marketing emails: Use the unsubscribe link at the bottom
  • Personal data: Contact Hive Studio to manage your data preferences

Please note that declining certain cookies may affect website functionality.

11. Children’s Privacy

Hive Studio’s services and website are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. If it becomes known that personal data of a child has been collected without verified parental consent, the data will be deleted immediately.

 

12. Third-Party Links

Hive Studio’s website may contain links to other websites for reference or convenience. Hive Studio is not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. Users are encouraged to read the privacy policies of any external site visited.

13. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any material changes will be posted on this page, and users will be notified where appropriate.

Date of last update: See top of document. Encouraged action: Review periodically to stay informed.

14. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:https://hivestudio.net/contact/

This Privacy Policy aligns with the requirements of GDPR, CCPA, and other leading privacy frameworks to ensure the secure and respectful use of your data.

By using Hive Studio’s website or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.