1. Who We Are

Ruth Gattegno Studio is an interior architecture and design studio based in Athens, Greece, offering services within Greece and across Europe.

2. Website Hosting and Data Collection via Squarespace

Our website is built and hosted on Squarespace, which automatically collects certain data through cookies and tracking technologies. This may include:

• Device and browser type

• IP address

• Referring pages

• Time spent on the website

• Country or general location

• Website usage patterns

Squarespace may also collect and store form submissions on our behalf. For more information, you can review Squarespace’s Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.

3. Personal Data We Collect

When you interact with us (via contact forms, email, or file upload), we may collect:

• Full name

• Email address

• Phone number (optional)

• Project location and details

• Uploaded files or attachments

• Any other information you voluntarily provide

We do not collect sensitive data unless explicitly required for the scope of a project and with your prior consent.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the GDPR, we collect and process your data based on the following legal grounds:

• Your explicit consent (e.g., when submitting a form)

• Performance of a contract or steps taken at your request before entering into a contract

• Our legitimate interest in responding to inquiries and operating our business

• Compliance with legal obligations

5. How We Use Your Data

We use your information to:

• Respond to inquiries and communicate with you

• Prepare proposals or enter into contracts

• Coordinate services for your project

• Improve website performance and design services

• Comply with legal and administrative requirements

We will not share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

6. Data Retention

We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose it was collected for, or as required by law. You may request deletion of your personal data at any time (see Section 8).

7. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to secure your data and prevent loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. While no method is 100% secure, we use industry-standard protocols and limit access to only those necessary.

Squarespace also implements SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) encryption for all data transfers.

8. Your Rights (EU GDPR)

As an EU resident, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request correction or erasure

• Object to or restrict processing

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Request a copy of your data in portable format

• Lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority

To exercise your rights, please contact us directly at info@ruth-gattegno.com

9. Cookies

This website uses cookies to improve user experience and analyze website traffic. By continuing to browse the site, you agree to our use of cookies.

You can manage your preferences or disable cookies through your browser settings. Learn more via Squarespace’s Cookie Policy.

10. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices and recommend reviewing their policies before submitting personal data.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. All changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:
Email: info@ruth-gattegno.com