Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are

Sewbase is a platform for sewing project documentation and pattern sharing. For any data protection enquiry, contact us at hola@sewbase.org. This policy explains how we collect and use your personal data in accordance with the GDPR and the Spanish LOPDGDD.

2. Data We Collect

When you register and use Sewbase, we collect:

• Account data: name, email address, hashed password.
• Profile data: biography, location, website, avatar image (optional).
• Content data: projects, notes, images, forum posts, messages.
• Usage data: anonymous analytics to help us improve the platform (only with your consent).

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

• Provide and maintain the platform.
• Send transactional emails (email verification, password reset, purchase confirmation).
• Process payments securely (we do not store payment card data).

4. Data Storage and Processors

Your data is stored on servers located in the European Union. We use third-party services for payments and email delivery, all operating under GDPR-compliant data processing agreements. We do not sell your data to any third party.

5. Your Rights

Under GDPR you have the right to:

• Access: request a copy of your personal data.
• Rectification: correct inaccurate data.
• Erasure: request deletion of your account and data.
• Portability: receive your data in a machine-readable format.

6. Cookies

We use strictly necessary cookies for authentication and preferences (language, theme). We also use an optional analytics cookie to understand how the platform is used and improve the experience — only if you consent. You can withdraw consent at any time by clearing your browser storage.

7. Data Retention

We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, personal data is erased within 30 days, except data we are required to retain for legal or financial compliance (e.g. purchase records, anonymised).