Last updated: July 2026

1. Controller

The controller responsible for the processing of personal data is:

STUDIO DAMLA GmbH
Güllü Häberling
Weidelacherstrasse 35b
8143 Stallikon
Switzerland
Email: hello@studiodamla.com
Phone: +41 79 929 49 91
Website: www.studiodamla.com

2. Scope of this Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how STUDIO DAMLA GmbH processes personal data in connection with www.studiodamla.com, enquiries, bookings, purchases, E-Design Packages, on-site consultations, project work, client communication and marketing activities. It is intended to meet transparency requirements under the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (Swiss FADP/DSG) and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

3. Personal Data We Process

·      Identity and contact data: name, address, email address, phone number and company details where applicable.

·      Project data: room dimensions, photos, floor plans, style preferences, budgets, inspiration images, project address and property details.

·      Communication data: enquiries, messages, emails, appointment notes and consultation records.

·      Contract and payment data: selected package, order information, invoices, payment method and transaction references. Full credit card details are not stored by STUDIO DAMLA GmbH.

·      Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, referring pages, timestamps, pages visited and cookie identifiers.

·      Marketing and portfolio data: project images, before-and-after images and publication preferences where the client has provided consent.

4. Purposes of Processing

·      To operate and secure the website.

·      To answer enquiries submitted via the contact form or by email.

·      To book, manage and follow up appointments through TidyCal.

·      To sell, deliver and administer E-Design Packages and interior design services.

·      To prepare proposals, contracts, invoices and project documentation.

·      To process payments by credit card, TWINT and bank transfer.

·      To communicate with clients and suppliers.

·      To analyse website use and improve the website through tools such as Google Analytics where permitted.

·      To comply with legal obligations and preserve legal claims.

·      To publish portfolio or marketing content only where appropriate consent or another lawful basis applies.

5. Legal Bases under the GDPR

Where the GDPR applies, the processing may be based on one or more of the following legal bases: performance of a contract or pre-contractual measures; consent; compliance with a legal obligation; and legitimate interests, including the secure operation of the website, client communication, business administration, improvement of services and the establishment or defence of legal claims.

6. Swiss FADP Basis

Under Swiss law, STUDIO DAMLA GmbH processes personal data in good faith, proportionately and for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or otherwise apparent from the circumstances. Personal data is processed only to the extent required for the provision of services, website operation, communication, compliance and legitimate business purposes.

7. Contact Form

When visitors contact STUDIO DAMLA GmbH through a contact form, email or telephone, the information provided is used to respond to the enquiry, prepare proposals, arrange consultations and maintain business records.

8. TidyCal Appointment Booking

STUDIO DAMLA GmbH uses TidyCal for appointment scheduling. When a visitor books an appointment, TidyCal may process details such as name, email address, telephone number, selected time slot, time zone, notes and related scheduling information. The use of TidyCal is subject to the provider’s own terms and privacy practices.

9. Squarespace and Hostpoint

The website is built on Squarespace and may use hosting, domain or technical infrastructure provided by Hostpoint. These providers may process technical access data, server logs, cookies, website usage information and related operational data to make the website available, secure and functional.

10. Google Analytics

STUDIO DAMLA GmbH may use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the website and to improve content, services and user experience. Google Analytics may use cookies or similar technologies and may process technical data such as IP address, device data, browser data and usage behaviour. Where required, analytics cookies should only be activated after valid consent. Visitors can manage consent through the website’s cookie banner or browser settings.

11. Payment Processing

Payments may be made by credit card, TWINT or bank transfer. Payment information is processed to complete the transaction, prevent fraud, issue invoices and comply with accounting obligations. Payment service providers may process payment data under their own responsibility.

12. Project Photos and Client Materials

Clients may provide photographs, plans, measurements, inspiration images and other materials for design purposes. These materials are processed only for the project, unless the client separately consents to portfolio, press, social media or marketing use.

13. Recipients and Service Providers

·      Website platform and hosting providers, including Squarespace and Hostpoint.

·      Analytics providers such as Google Analytics.

·      Booking providers such as TidyCal.

·      Payment providers and banks.

·      IT, email, accounting and administration providers.

·      Professional advisers, insurers, authorities or courts where legally required or necessary to protect rights.

14. International Transfers

Personal data may be processed in Switzerland, the European Economic Area and other countries. Where data is transferred to countries without an adequate level of protection, STUDIO DAMLA GmbH takes appropriate measures where required, such as standard contractual clauses, recognised safeguards or reliance on legally permitted exceptions.

15. Retention

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes described above, for project administration, accounting, statutory retention periods, warranty periods, limitation periods or legitimate business interests. Client project files may be retained for a reasonable period to document the work performed and to support future follow-up services.

16. Data Security

STUDIO DAMLA GmbH implements appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, alteration and disclosure. No method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

17. Rights of Data Subjects

Depending on applicable law, individuals may request access, correction, deletion, restriction, portability, objection to processing and withdrawal of consent. Requests may be sent to hello@studiodamla.com. Individuals in the EU may also contact their local supervisory authority. Individuals in Switzerland may contact the Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner where applicable.

18. Children

The website and services are not directed at children. STUDIO DAMLA GmbH does not knowingly collect personal data from children without appropriate parental or guardian involvement.

19. Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated at any time. The version published on the website is the current version.

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