Privacy Policy
Last updated: 15 January 2025
This Privacy Policy describes how RawaFormer (the “Site”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit or interact with our website RawaForma.com or RawaForma.me (the “Site”), or when you contact us directly.
For the purpose of this Privacy Policy, “you” refers to any visitor of the Site or any person who contacts us via email or social media.
By accessing or using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
Business name: RawaForma
Website: RawaForma.com | RawaForma.me
Contact email: RawaForma@gmail.com
Location: United Arab Emirates
RawaForma is an independent, artist-run ceramic studio. We do not operate as a large e-commerce platform and we do not ship artworks.
2. What Personal Information We Collect
We collect only the minimum information necessary to communicate with you.
Information you provide directly
When you contact us via email, direct message, or inquiry, we may collect:
• Your name
• Your email address
• Any information you choose to share in your message
Information collected automatically
When you visit the Site, basic technical data may be collected automatically, such as:
• IP address
• Browser type and device information
• Pages visited and general usage data
This data is collected through standard website technologies (such as cookies) provided by our hosting service.
3. What We Do NOT Collect
To be clear, we do not:
• Offer user accounts or logins
• Collect usernames, passwords, or security questions
• Process online payments
• Store credit card or banking information
• Run paid advertising
• Conduct automated email marketing campaigns
Any purchase inquiries are handled only via direct email or direct message, and all artworks are available for studio pickup only.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information only to:
• Respond to inquiries and messages
• Communicate about studio work, exhibitions, or available pieces upon request
• Maintain basic website functionality and security
We may occasionally reply with updates only when you have contacted us first or requested information.
5. Cookies
Our Site uses basic cookies to ensure proper functionality and to understand general site usage. These cookies are provided by our website hosting service.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect how the Site functions.
6. Sharing of Personal Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
Your information may be shared only with:
• Our website hosting provider (GoDaddy), solely for operating the Site
• Authorities if required by applicable law or legal obligation
No information is shared for advertising or marketing purposes.
7. Data Storage and International Users
Your information may be stored and processed on servers located outside your country of residence, including within the United Arab Emirates and other regions where our service providers operate.
Where applicable, data transfers comply with recognized data protection standards.
8. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are located in the EU, Switzerland, or a region with similar data protection laws, you have the right to:
• Request access to your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Restrict or object to processing of your data
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at RawaForma@gmail.com
9. Data Security and Retention
We take reasonable steps to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry or comply with legal obligations.
10. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to external platforms (such as social media). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
12. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Email: RawaForma@gmail.com
Location: United Arab Emirates
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