Privacy Policy.
Last updated: 29/12/2025
1) Data Controller
The Data Controller is:
AS-Watches di Andrea Staffetta
VAT no. 02648880207
Via General Cantore 33, 46029 Suzzara (MN), Italy
Email: info@as-watches.com
2) Scope
This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is processed when users visit as-watches.com (the “Website”), which is an informational showcase website (not an e-commerce store).
3) Categories of personal data processed
a) Browsing data
While browsing, technical data may be collected (e.g., IP address, device/browser identifiers, logs, date/time, visited pages, security-related information). This data is necessary for the Website to work properly and securely.
b) Data provided voluntarily by the user (contact requests)
When you submit the contact form or email the Controller, we process the data you provide (typically email address and message content; any additional data such as name/phone if you include it).
c) Cookies and analytics tools (Squarespace)
The Website uses strictly necessary cookies and, with your consent, standard analytics/performance cookies provided by Squarespace.
You can manage preferences through the cookie banner and/or your browser settings.
Note: for cookie details (types, duration and controls), please refer to the cookie banner and the settings available on the Website.
4) Purposes and legal bases
We process personal data for the following purposes:
Website operation, security and maintenance
Legal basis: the Controller’s legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR) and/or technical necessity.
Handling user requests (contact form / email)
Purpose: to reply to inquiries and direct contact requests.
Legal basis: performance of pre-contractual/contractual measures (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR) and/or legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR).
Website analytics and improvement
Legal basis: consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR), given via the cookie banner.
5) Processing methods
Data is processed using electronic and/or manual tools, in compliance with lawfulness, fairness, transparency and data minimization principles. Appropriate technical and organizational measures are implemented to protect personal data.
6) Data retention
Browsing/log data: kept for limited periods for technical and security needs, unless longer retention is required to establish, exercise or defend legal claims or to comply with law.
Contact form/email data: kept for the time necessary to manage and respond to the request and related correspondence; then deleted or minimized, unless legal obligations or legal defense needs apply.
Analytics cookies: retained according to cookie duration and until consent is withdrawn (via the banner or settings).
7) Data recipients
Data may be processed by:
persons authorized by the Controller;
technical service providers supporting the Website (including Squarespace for hosting/platform features), acting as processors or independent controllers depending on the service;
email/IT providers needed to manage communications.
Data is not disclosed to the public.
8) International data transfers
Using platforms/providers (e.g., Squarespace) may involve processing outside the EEA. Where applicable, transfers are carried out under GDPR safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses and/or other lawful mechanisms).
9) Third-party links
The Website may include links to third-party services (e.g., social networks or external platforms). By clicking those links, you leave the Website and the third party’s own privacy and cookie policies apply.
10) Data subject rights
You may exercise your rights under Articles 15–22 GDPR (access, rectification, erasure, restriction, objection, portability where applicable) and withdraw consent at any time (without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal).
To exercise your rights: info@as-watches.com
11) Complaints
If you believe your data is processed unlawfully, you may lodge a complaint with the Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante per la protezione dei dati personali) or with the competent authority in your EU country.
12) Changes to this policy
The Controller may update this Privacy Policy. The latest version will be published on this page with the updated date.