WHITELIES STUDIO BERLIN
Scharnweberstr. 30
10247 Berlin
Germany

berlin@whitelies.studio

WHITELIES STUDIO TOKYO
Premier #202
3-7-5 Takaidonishi, Suginamio-Ku
168-0071 Tokyo
Japan

tokyo@whitelies.studio

ACCOUNTABILITY FOR CONTENT

The contents of our pages have been created with the utmost care. However, we cannot guarantee the contents’ accuracy, completeness or topicality. According to statutory provisions, we are furthermore responsible for our own content on these web pages. In this context, please note that we are accordingly not obliged to monitor merely the transmitted or saved information of third parties, or investigate circumstances pointing to illegal activity. Our obligations to remove or block the use of information under generally applicable laws remain unaffected by this as per §§ 8 to 10 of the Telemedia Act (TMG).

ACCOUNTABILITY FOR LINKS

Responsibility for the content of external links (to web pages of third parties) lies solely with the operators of the linked pages. No violations were evident to us at the time of linking. Should any legal infringement become known to us, we will remove the respective link immediately.

COPYRIGHT

Our web pages and their contents are subject to German copyright law. Unless expressly permitted by law (§ 44a et seq. of the copyright law), every form of utilizing, reproducing or processing works subject to copyright protection on our web pages requires the prior consent of the respective owner of the rights. Individual reproductions of a work are allowed only for private use, so must not serve either directly or indirectly for earnings. Unauthorized utilization of copyrighted works is punishable (§ 106 of the copyright law).

PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated April 2026

INTRODUCION

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

DATA CONTROLLER

WHITELIES Media GbR
Scharnweberstr. 30
10247 Berlin
Germany

berlin@whitelies.studio

HOSTING AND WEBSITE PLATFORM

Our website is hosted and operated using Squarespace, Inc. Squarespace, Inc. may collect technical data such as IP address, browser type, and device information to ensure the secure and proper functioning of the website. Some data may be transferred to the United States. Appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses, are in place.

DATA WE COLLECT

We may collect the following personal data:
Identity data (e.g. name, email address)
Contact data (e.g. email address, phone number)
Address and billing information (for purchases)
Order and transaction data
Communication data (e.g. messages sent via forms)
Technical data (limited to website functionality)

LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

We process personal data based on:
Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)
Performance of a contract (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR)
Legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR)
Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR), such as website security and basic functionality

COOKIES

We use cookies and similar technologies to ensure the functionality of the website. Only essential cookies required for the operation of the website are used by default. If additional cookies are introduced in the future, they will only be used with your explicit consent. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

NEWSLETTER

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will use your email address to send you updates and marketing communications.
Subscription is based on your explicit consent
We use a double opt-in process
You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in each email

PAYMENTS

We use third-party payment providers to process transactions securely. These providers include Stripe and PayPal. Your payment data is processed directly by the selected provider. We do not store full payment details on our servers. Processing is necessary for the performance of a contract (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR).

DATA SHARING

We may share personal data with:
Squarespace (website hosting and infrastructure)
Payment service providers
Email service providers (newsletter management, if applicable)
Legal authorities if required by law

All third parties are required to comply with GDPR regulations.

DATA RETENTION

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:
Order and billing data: as required by tax and commercial law
Contact form data: until the request is resolved
Newsletter data: until consent is withdrawn
Technical data: only as long as necessary for website operation

YOUR RIGHTS UNDER GDPR

You have the following rights:
Right of access
Right to rectification
Right to erasure
Right to restriction of processing
Right to data portability
Right to object
Right to withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, contact us at berlin@whitelies.studio

DATA SECURITY

We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Some data may be processed outside the European Economic Area (EEA), particularly in the United States. In such cases, we ensure appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses.

CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page.

CONTACT

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at berlin@whitelies.studio

WHITELIES Media GbR
Scharnweberstr. 30
10247 Berlin
Germany