Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 1, 2026

Who I Am

Pesky Cat Studio (“I”, “my” or “mine”) is an independent illustration and pattern design studio. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit this website.

By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information I Collect

Information You Provide Voluntarily

We may collect information that you choose to provide, including:

  • Your name

  • Email address

  • Business name

  • Information submitted through contact forms

  • Information provided when signing up for our newsletter

  • Any other information you choose to send us

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit this website, certain technical information may be collected automatically, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited

  • Referring websites

  • General website usage data

This information helps us understand how visitors use the site and improve the user experience.

Website Hosting

This website is hosted on Squarespace. As part of operating the website, Squarespace may collect technical and usage information such as browser, network, device, and IP address information.

For more information, please refer to Squarespace’s Privacy Policy.

How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Respond to enquiries and messages

  • Discuss licensing, illustration, design, and collaboration opportunities

  • Send newsletters and updates when you have subscribed

  • Improve website performance and user experience

  • Maintain website security

  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal information.

Newsletter Communications

If you subscribe to my newsletter, we may use your email address to send updates about new artwork, collections, licensing opportunities, studio news, and related content.

You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link included in emails.

Cookies

This website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Ensure the website functions properly

  • Understand visitor behaviour and website performance

  • Improve user experience

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that some parts of the website may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.

Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party services to operate our website and business, including:

  • Website hosting providers

  • Email marketing services (Kit.com)

  • Analytics providers

  • Payment providers (if applicable)

These services may process personal information only as necessary to provide their services.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to:

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Provide requested services

  • Maintain business records

  • Meet legal or regulatory requirements

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Access to your personal data

  • Correction of inaccurate data

  • Deletion of personal data

  • Restriction of processing

  • Objection to processing

  • Data portability where applicable

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

External Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Contact

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact me via email: hello@peskycatstudio.com