Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 8, 2026
Felice Brecht operates this website and provides artisanal services (the “Services”). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and disclose your personal information when you visit, inquire about a project, or make a purchase.
1. Data Controller
The Data Controller for your personal information is: Brecht Felix Strada del Fossà 5, 38026 Ossana (TN), Italy Email: info@atelierfelice.eu
2. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
In accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process your data based on the following legal grounds:
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Contractual Necessity: To provide quotes, process your inquiries, and fulfill made-to-order commissions.
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Legal Obligation: To comply with Italian tax and accounting laws (e.g., invoicing).
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Consent: For future marketing communications or newsletters (which you may withdraw at any time).
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Legitimate Interest: To secure our website and understand how visitors interact with our portfolio.
3. Personal Information We Collect
Because we operate on an inquiry basis, we collect information directly from you:
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Contact Details: Name, email address, phone number, and shipping/billing address.
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Project Details: Any information, measurements, or preferences provided during the inquiry process.
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Financial Information: Payment confirmations or transaction details (we do not store full credit card numbers; payments are handled via secure bank transfer or third-party providers).
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Technical Data: IP address and browser type collected via essential website cookies.
4. How We Use Your Information
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Fulfilling Inquiries: We use your data to communicate regarding your custom projects and to deliver your finished pieces.
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Accounting: To generate legally required invoices and tax documents.
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Communications: To respond to your questions or provide updates on your build-to-order status.
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Future Marketing: Only if you explicitly opt-in, we may send updates about new collections or studio news.
5. Disclosure of Information
We do not sell your data. We only share information with:
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Logistics Partners: Shipping carriers (e.g., Poste Italiane, DHL) to deliver your order.
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Professional Advisors: Accountants for tax compliance.
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IT Service Providers: Hosting services or email management tools necessary for our operations.
6. International Transfers
Your data is primarily stored within the European Economic Area (EEA). Should we use third-party tools that involve the transfer of data outside the EEA, we ensure that adequate protection mechanisms are in place (such as the European Commission’s Standard Contractual Clauses).
7. Data Retention
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Transaction Data: Retained for 10 years as required by Italian tax law.
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Inquiry Data: If an inquiry does not lead to a project, data is deleted after 24 months.
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Marketing Data: Retained until you withdraw your consent (unsubscribe).
8. Your Rights and Contact
Under the GDPR, you have the right to access, correct, delete, and request the portability of your data. You may also withdraw your consent for marketing at any time. To exercise your rights, please contact us at info@atelierfelice.eu. Additionally, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority (in Italy, the Garante per la protezione dei dati personali).
Cookie Policy
1. What are cookies? Cookies are small text files stored on your device. They help the website function and provide us with basic usage information. 2. Types of Cookies We Use
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Technical/Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to load and for our contact form to work. These do not require consent.
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Analytical Cookies: We may use anonymized tools to understand which portfolio pieces are viewed most. These are only active if you “Accept” them. 3. Third-Party Cookies If we embed maps or videos, those providers (e.g., Google) may set cookies. We do not control these and recommend checking their respective policies. 4. Managing Cookies You can manage or delete cookies through our site banner or your browser settings.