Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 15, 2025

At GE.BÉ atelier, we understand that your privacy is important. We value and respect the privacy of everyone who visits our website, www.gebeatelier.com (“our Site”), and we are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information and your rights in accordance with applicable laws.

By using our Site, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our Site.

1. Definitions

  • “Cookie” – A small text file placed on your computer or device when you visit our Site.

  • “Personal data” – Any information that identifies or can be used to identify you, either directly or indirectly.

  • “We,” “Us,” “Our” – GE.BÉ atelier, a company registered in Pennsylvania, USA, located at 12 E Orange Street, Lititz, PA 17543.

2. Information About Us

  • This Site is owned and operated by GE.BÉ atelier.

  • For data protection inquiries, please contact Geneviève Bérubé and her team at: 📧 info@gebeatelier.com

3. What This Policy Covers

This Privacy Policy applies to all personal data collected through our Site and through interactions with clients and prospective clients.

Please note that our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before submitting any data.

4. Your Rights

Depending on applicable laws, you may have the following rights:

  • To be informed about the collection and use of your personal data.

  • To access the personal data we hold about you.

  • To correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • To request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).

  • To restrict or object to certain data processing.

  • To receive a copy of your data for use with another service (“data portability”).

  • To withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.

  • To lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

To exercise any of these rights, please email us at info@gebeatelier.com.

5. What Data We Collect and How We Use It

We may collect the following categories of personal data:

  • Identity Data – First and last name

  • Contact Data – Email address, business or mailing address, phone number

  • Financial Data – Payment and card details (processed securely via third-party platforms)

  • Technical Data – IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information

  • Usage Data – Site visit behavior and interaction

We process this data to:

  • Provide and manage services

  • Respond to inquiries

  • Process payments

  • Improve our Site and offerings

  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not send unsolicited marketing communications and will only send promotional emails if you have opted in.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes set out above, or as required by law. For example:

  • Contact inquiries: retained for 12 months

  • Purchase and transaction data: retained for up to 7 years for tax and accounting purposes

You may request deletion at any time by contacting us.

7. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely at our primary location in Lititz, Pennsylvania, USA. We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

8. Sharing Your Data

We may share your personal data with:

  • Service providers (e.g., Squarespace for hosting, Stripe/PayPal for payments)

  • Analytics and marketing tools (e.g., Google Analytics)

  • Contractors, subcontractors, and collaborators, if necessary for project execution

We only share data as necessary and with safeguards in place.

In some cases, your data may be transferred outside the U.S. In such instances, we ensure it is protected using appropriate legal mechanisms such as standard contractual clauses.

We may also disclose data when legally required to do so.

9. Your Control Over Your Data

You can:

  • Opt out of marketing communications via unsubscribe links in our emails

  • Disable or control cookie preferences through your browser settings

  • Request access, correction, or deletion of your data by emailing us

10. Use of Cookies

We use cookies to improve user experience and analyze website traffic.

Types of Cookies We Use:

Cookie NameDurationPurposess_cid, ss_cvr2 yearsIdentifies unique visitorsss_cpvisit, ss_cvisit30 minutesTracks sessionsss_cvt30 minutesTracks session engagement

We also use Google Analytics to gather anonymous usage statistics. You can read their privacy policy here: 🔗 https://www.google.com/policies/privacy

A cookie banner will prompt for your consent on your first visit. You may adjust settings in your browser at any time.

11. Accessing Your Data

To request a copy of your personal data or to update it, email us at info@gebeatelier.com with the subject line “Data Request.”

12. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed at or intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page. We encourage you to review it periodically.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we use your data, contact us at: 📧 info@gebeatelier.com 📍 GE.BÉ atelier, 12 E Orange Street, Lititz, PA 17543