Last Updated: January 31, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Kato. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This policy outlines how we handle your information when you visit our site, subscribe to our newsletter, or interact with our external shops.
2. Data We Collect
We only collect information that you voluntarily provide to us:
- Newsletter Signups: When you explicitly subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your name and email address. This is done only with your express consent.
- Customer Information: If you purchase an item via our Etsy shop, we receive the data necessary to fulfill your order (such as your name and shipping address).
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your information strictly for the following purposes:
- To send you the newsletters and updates you subscribed to.
- To deliver physical or digital goods purchased through Etsy.
- To provide customer support or respond to your inquiries.
- We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
4. Cookies
While we aim to keep this site as low-tracking as possible, we may use “cookies” (small text files) to improve your experience (for example, remembering your details if you leave a comment). You can choose to set your web browser to refuse cookies, though some parts of the site may not function properly as a result.
5. Third-Party Links & Services
Our website contains links to external sites, including:
- Etsy (read Etsy’s Privacy policy)
- YouTube (read YouTube and Google’s Privacy policy)
- MailerLite (read MailerLite’s Privacy policy)
- Social Media Platforms (privacy policies: Pinterest, Meta, TikTok )
Once you click these links and leave our website, we do not have control over how those sites handle your data. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.
6. Data Retention
We keep your newsletter information until you choose to unsubscribe. You can opt-out at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email we send. Order data from Etsy is retained only as long as necessary for tax and legal obligations.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete the personal information we hold about you. To make a request, please contact us at hello@katopatterns.com.
Make sure to read and agree to our Terms of Use as well.