Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 27, 2025

At AHOY Studios, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website www.ahoystudios.com (“the Site”) or interact with us in other ways (e.g., apps, inquiries, project proposals, or newsletter sign-ups).
Your use of our Site constitutes your agreement to this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide Directly

You may choose to provide personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and company affiliation when:
– Contacting us through a form or email
– Subscribing to our newsletter
– Downloading case studies or other materials
– Applying for an open position or internship
We use this information to respond to your inquiries, provide requested materials, or communicate about our services.

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information, including:
– Your IP address, browser type, operating system, and referring website
– Pages visited, time spent on each page, and other browsing details
This information is gathered through cookies, web beacons, and analytics tools such as Google Analytics, and helps us improve user experience and site performance.
You can learn how Google collects and processes data here. You may opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:
– Respond to your inquiries and provide requested services
– Send you updates, newsletters, or marketing communications (if you’ve opted in)
– Analyze and improve our website, marketing efforts, and services
– Detect and prevent fraudulent or unauthorized activities
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies help us understand user behavior and improve our website. We use:
– Essential cookies for basic site functionality
– Analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand user engagement
– Marketing cookies (e.g., Meta or LinkedIn pixels) for audience measurement and ad performance
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though some parts of the Site may not function properly.

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share information with:
– Trusted service providers (e.g., hosting, email delivery, analytics) who help us operate the Site
– Marketing or technology partners who assist with campaigns or website functionality
– Law enforcement or regulatory bodies, if required by law
All third-party partners are bound by confidentiality agreements and use your data only as directed by us.

5. Data Storage and Security

We store your data securely using industry-standard safeguards. However, no online transmission or storage system is 100% secure. By using the Site, you acknowledge and accept these risks.
If you are located outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.

6. Your Rights (EEA, UK, and Switzerland)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the UK, or Switzerland, you have the right to:
– Access, correct, or delete your personal data
– Withdraw consent for marketing communications
– Object to or restrict processing
– Request data portability
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@ahoystudios.com.

7. Email and Newsletter Subscriptions

If you’ve subscribed to our newsletter, you can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in each email or by contacting us at more@ahoystudios.com.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Site and services are not directed toward children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe we have done so, please contact us, and we will delete the information promptly.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued use of the Site after updates constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
AHOY Studios
New York, NY, USA
more@ahoystudios.com
www.ahoystudios.com