Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, download free patterns, or purchase digital sewing patterns from Bian Sew Studio.

By using this website or completing an order, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

1. Data We Collect

We only collect information that is necessary to deliver your digital products and operate our store.

When you place an order:

• Name

• Email address

• Billing country (required for taxes; no full address needed)

• Payment information (processed securely by Stripe — we never see your card details)

When you download a free pattern:

• Email address

• Country (optional)

When you join the newsletter:

• Email address

Automatic website data:

• Cookies for basic shop functionality

• Anonymous analytics (page views, clicks, traffic source)

We do not collect sensitive categories of data.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Deliver your digital sewing patterns instantly by email

• Send order confirmations and receipts

• Provide customer support

• Send sewing tips, pattern updates, and newsletters (you can unsubscribe anytime)

• Improve our website and user experience

3. How We Protect Your Data

Your data is stored securely and will never be sold, rented, or shared with third parties for marketing.

Payment is processed securely through Stripe, a world-class payment provider.
We do not store or have access to your full card details.

4. Email Marketing & Newsletters

When you download a free pattern or place an order, you may be added to our sewing newsletter.

You can unsubscribe at any time with one click:

• Each email includes an “Unsubscribe” link

• Or contact us directly to remove your email

We only send valuable content — sewing tips, pattern updates, exclusive freebies, and special offers.

5. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to:

• Keep products in your basket

• Allow secure checkout

• Analyze website performance

You can disable cookies in your browser, but the shop may not function perfectly.

6. Third-Party Services We Use

These platforms may process data to support the website:

• WooCommerce (online shop platform)

• Stripe (secure payments)

• Mailerlite (email newsletter)

• Google Analytics (anonymous website stats)

These services operate under their own strict privacy and security policies.

7. How Long We Keep Your Data

• Order data: 5–10 years (legal requirement for digital sales)

• Newsletter data: until you unsubscribe

• Free download sign-ups: until you unsubscribe

• Analytics: anonymized and aggregated

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your stored data

• Request correction or deletion

• Opt out of marketing emails

• Request a copy of your data

• Withdraw consent

To make a request, contact us at:

📧info@biansewstudio.co

9. Children’s Privacy

This site is not intended for children under 16.
We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Changes will be posted here with a new “Last updated” date.

Last updated: 2025

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us:

📧 info@biansewstudio.com
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