privacy policy

Last updated: April 10, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Rita Capelo (“we”, “us”, “our” or the “Site”) collects, uses, and discloses your personal information when you visit or interact with www.ritacapelo.com (the “Site”), use our services, or communicate with us (collectively, the “Services”).

By using the Site, you agree to the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Services.

changes to this privacy policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will update the “Last updated” date and post the new version on this page. Where required by law, we will obtain your consent for changes.

how we collect and use your personal information

We collect information directly from you, automatically through cookies, and from third parties to provide and improve our Services.

Information You Provide to Us

  • Contact details: name, email, phone number

  • Form and message content

  • Photos or documents you upload

Information We Collect Automatically

  • IP address, browser, device type

  • Pages viewed and actions on the site

  • Session time and referral source

Collected using tools like Google Analytics and Tag Manager.

Information from Third Parties

We may receive data from:

  • Meta (Facebook & Instagram), Pinterest, LinkedIn

  • WhatsApp (when you chat with us)

  • Squarespace (platform provider)

how we use your information

  • To provide and improve our Services

  • To respond to inquiries or messages

  • To send marketing communications (if you consent)

  • To analyze site traffic and behavior

  • To ensure security and prevent fraud

cookies and tracking technologies

We use cookies to enhance functionality, analyse usage, and support marketing.

Cookies We Use

  • Essential: Squarespace site functionality

  • Analytics: Google Analytics, Tag Manager

  • Marketing: Meta Pixel, Pinterest Tag, LinkedIn Insight Tag

  • Communication: WhatsApp chat button

You may control cookie settings via your browser. Disabling cookies may limit your experience on our site.

data sharing

We may share your information with:

  • Service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, marketing)

  • Regulatory authorities if legally required

  • In connection with business transfers

data retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

your rights (GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access and correct your data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Object to or restrict data processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Request data portability

  • Lodge a complaint with your data protection authority CNPD - Portugal

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@ritacapelo.com.

security

We implement appropriate measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

international data transfers

Some services we use may process data outside the EU. We ensure legal safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses are in place.

children’s privacy

Our Services are not intended for children under 16. If you believe a child has submitted data to us, please contact us for removal.

contact

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, please contact:

Rita Capelo

Email: info@ritacapelo.com

Address: R. Luís Augusto Albino, 4 2º Esq., 2560-611 Torres Vedras, Portugal