Privacy Policy

Weronika Blitek Studio
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Effective Date: 1 December 20251.

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how www.weronikablitek.com (“Website”) collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data.
The Policy complies with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (RODO/GDPR), the Polish Data Protection Act, and other applicable national rules.

By using the Website, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.
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2. Data Controller

The Data Controller responsible for your personal data is:

Weronika Blitek Studio
Krakowskie Przedmieście 2,
32-087 Zielonki, Poland
NIP/TAX ID: PL6772487123
e-mail: office@weronikablitek.com

No Data Protection Officer has been appointed, as this is not legally required under Art. 37 RODO for the nature and scale of our activities.
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3. Categories of Data Processed

a) Data collected automatically

When you visit the Website, the system may automatically collect:

- IP address, device type, operating system, browser version
- Date, time, and duration of visits
- Pages viewed and interaction patterns
- Referring URL
- Anonymous statistical and analytical data

This information is collected through cookies, logs, analytics tools, and hosting infrastructure.

b) Data you voluntarily provide

This includes data submitted via:

- Contact form
- Email messages
- Calendly scheduling tool
Any project-related communication

Examples:
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- Name and surname
- Email address
- Message content
- Company/brand details (optional)
- Project information
- Preferred meeting time (Calendly)
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4. Purposes and Legal Bases of Processing

Personal data is processed under RODO for the following purposes:

Communication and project inquiries
Responding to messages or collaboration requests.
Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(b) & (f) RODO — steps prior to contract and legitimate interest
Service delivery
Preparing proposals and executing agreements.
Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(b) RODO — performance of a contract
Website analytics and improvement
Measuring traffic and usability, monitoring security.
Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(a) & (f) RODO — consent or legitimate interest
Legal and accounting compliance
Tax documentation and responding to legal requests.
Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(c) RODO — legal obligation
Marketing communications (only if consented)
Sending updates, newsletters, or promotional content.
Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(a) RODO — consent

Consent can be withdrawn at any time by contacting office@weronikablitek.com.
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5. Data Recipients

Your data may be shared with trusted third parties necessary for the operation of the Website or service delivery:

- Hosting and server providers
- Google Analytics / Google Tag Manager
- Meta Pixel (if enabled)
- Calendly (for scheduling)
- Email providers
- Embedded platforms (YouTube, Instagram, Vimeo, Google Maps)
- Accounting or legal advisors, if required

These entities process data only to the extent required for their services and subject to data protection agreements where applicable.
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6. Data Retention

Contact inquiries: up to 3 years

Project-related data: up to 5 years

Accounting data: as required by Polish law (typically 5+ years)

Analytics logs: per third-party retention policies

Cookies: see Section 10

After these periods, data is deleted or anonymized securely.
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7. International Data Transfers

Tools such as Google, Meta, or Calendly may process data outside the European Economic Area.
When this occurs, safeguards are applied, including:
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- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Adequacy decisions
- Additional technical and organizational measures
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8. Your Rights Under RODO

You have the right to:

- Access your personal data,
- Correct inaccurate information,
- Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”),
- Restrict or object to processing,
- Withdraw consent,
- Request data portability,
- File a complaint with the Polish Data Protection Authority (UODO).

To exercise your rights, contact: office@weronikablitek.com
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9. Data Security

I implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards, including:

- Encrypted connections (HTTPS)
- Secure hosting environments
- Restricted access to data
- Routine security monitoring

Even with strong measures, no website can guarantee absolute protection.

10. Cookie Policy (Inserted Into This Privacy Policy)

a) What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser.
They allow the Website to function, gather analytics, and support embedded content.
Cookies do not identify you directly.

b) Types of cookies used:

- Essential cookies — required for technical operation of the Website.
- Analytics cookies — used to analyze traffic, with your consent (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Marketing/Remarketing cookies — used only if enabled (e.g., Meta Pixel).
- Embedded content cookies — required for platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, or Google Maps.

c) Third-party cookiesThe following partners may place cookies through the Website:

- Google Analytics
- Meta (Facebook)
- Calendly
- YouTube
- Vimeo
- Instagram
- Google Maps

Each provider uses its own cookie policies.
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d) Managing cookies

You can manage or delete cookies by adjusting your browser settings.
Blocking cookies may affect the Website’s performance.
Links to browser instructions: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Opera.

e) Cookie storage duration

- Session cookies — deleted when the browser closes
- Persistent cookies — stored until they expire or you delete them
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11. Children’s Privacy

The Website is not intended for individuals under 16 years of age.
If personal data from a minor is discovered, it will be removed promptly.
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12. Updates to This Policy

The Policy may be updated due to changes in law, technology, or Website functionality.
Any changes will be published here with a revised “Effective Date.”
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13. Contact

For all privacy-related matters, please contact:
office@weronikablitek.com