1. INTRODUCTION

Ode Stories respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the information you share with us through our website.

By using this site, you are accepting the practices described in this policy.

2. DATA CONTROLLER

The data controller is:

Ode Stories

Email: hello@odestories.pt

Website: www.odestories.pt

3. PERSONAL DATA COLLECTED

We collect only the data necessary to respond to your requests and improve the website.

A) DATA PROVIDED DIRECTLY BY THE USER

Through forms and email:

• Name

• Email address

• Information voluntarily included in the message

B) DATA COLLECTED AUTOMATICALLY AND ANONYMOUSLY

When you browse the website:

• IP address

• Device type

• Browser type

• Pages visited

• Cookies and similar technologies

4. PURPOSE OF DATA PROCESSING

We use your data to:

• Respond to contact requests or information sent via form or email

• Send information about our services when requested

• Improve the operation and performance of the website

• Comply with legal obligations

We never use your data for automated decision-making or profiling.

5. LEGAL BASIS

We process your data based on:

• Consent: when you fill out a form or contact us

• Legitimate interest: to improve the website

• Legal obligation: when required for administrative or tax purposes

6. DATA SHARING

We may share your data only with:

• Service providers that ensure the website’s operation (e.g., web hosting, email services)

• Legal authorities, when required by law

Ode Stories does not sell, rent, or transfer personal data to third parties for commercial purposes.

7. COOKIES

We use cookies to:

• Ensure the proper functioning of the website

• Analyse browsing statistics (e.g., Google Analytics)

• Personalise the user experience

8. DATA RETENTION PERIOD

Personal data is stored only for the necessary period:

• Messages sent via form/email: up to 12 months

• Browsing data (cookies): as defined in the user’s preferences

• Administrative/tax data: as required by applicable law

9. USER RIGHTS

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your data

• Correct inaccurate data

• Request the deletion of your data

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Object to processing

• Request data portability

• Submit a complaint to the CNPD

To exercise your rights, contact us at:

hello@odestories.pt

10. SECURITY

Ode Stories implements appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, loss, or alteration.

11. EXTERNAL LINKS

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Ode Stories is not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.

12. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. The most recent version will always be available on this page.

13. CONTACT

For questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact:

hello@odestories.pt

Last updated: December 2025