who we are
Aran Labs is a design and venture studio. This website is operated by Aran Labs. For any privacy-related queries, contact us at contact@aranlabs.com.
what data we collect
We collect and process the following data:
- Email address — when you voluntarily subscribe to our mailing list via the forms on this site.
- Server logs — our hosting provider (Vercel) automatically collects standard server log data, including IP addresses, browser type, and pages visited. This data is collected for operational and security purposes.
- Font loading data — Google Fonts may receive your IP address when fonts are loaded on this site.
We do not use cookies, tracking pixels, or analytics services on this site.
how we use your data
Your email address is used solely to send you the content you subscribed to. We do not sell, rent, or share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes.
Server logs are used for security monitoring and to ensure the site operates correctly. They are not used to identify or track individual users.
email subscriptions
Email subscriptions are managed through ConvertKit (Kit). When you subscribe, your email address is stored and processed by ConvertKit on our behalf. ConvertKit acts as a data processor under our instruction.
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email, or by contacting us at contact@aranlabs.com.
ConvertKit's privacy policy is available at convertkit.com/privacy.
legal basis for processing
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process your data on the following bases:
- Consent — for email subscriptions. You provide consent by checking the consent box and submitting the subscribe form.
- Legitimate interest — for server logs and security monitoring, which are necessary for the operation of the website.
your rights under GDPR
As a data subject, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data and request a copy of what we hold.
- Rectification — request correction of inaccurate data.
- Erasure — request deletion of your personal data.
- Portability — receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Object to processing based on legitimate interest.
- Withdraw consent at any time for email subscriptions.
To exercise any of these rights, contact contact@aranlabs.com.
third-party services
This site uses the following third-party services that may process your data:
- ConvertKit (Kit) — email subscription management. Data stored in the United States under Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).
- Vercel — website hosting and server logs. Vercel privacy policy.
- Google Fonts — font delivery. Google may receive your IP address. Google privacy policy.
international data transfers
Some of our third-party processors are based in the United States. Where personal data is transferred outside the European Economic Area, it is protected by Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent safeguards as required by GDPR.
data retention
Email addresses are retained for as long as your subscription is active. If you unsubscribe, your data will be removed from our mailing list. Server logs are retained according to Vercel's standard retention policy.
complaints
If you believe your data protection rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the supervisory authority in your country of residence.
changes to this policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
contact
For any questions about this privacy policy, contact us at contact@aranlabs.com.