Last updated: January 15, 2025
PIPL Compliance
Studios.ml is committed to complying with the Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL) of the People's Republic of China, which came into effect on November 1, 2021.
Notice for Users in China
This page outlines how Studios.ml complies with PIPL requirements when processing personal information of individuals located in the People's Republic of China.
PIPL Core Principles
Lawfulness & Legitimacy
Processing with clear legal basis and legitimate purposes
Minimum Necessity
Collecting only what is necessary for stated purposes
Openness & Transparency
Clear disclosure of processing activities
Quality & Accuracy
Ensuring personal information is accurate and up-to-date
Security Safeguards
Implementing appropriate security measures
Accountability
Taking responsibility for compliance
Legal Basis for Processing
Under PIPL Article 13, we process personal information of individuals in China based on one or more of the following legal bases:
Consent (Article 13.1)
We obtain your informed consent before processing your personal information. You may withdraw consent at any time, and we make the withdrawal process as convenient as giving consent.
Contract Performance (Article 13.2)
Processing necessary to conclude or perform a contract to which you are a party, such as providing our SEO automation services.
Legal Obligations (Article 13.3)
Processing necessary to fulfill statutory duties or obligations under Chinese law.
Public Interest (Article 13.4 & 13.5)
Processing for public health emergencies or other situations in the public interest as permitted by law.
Your Rights Under PIPL
Individuals in China have the following rights regarding their personal information:
Right to Know (Article 44)
Know and decide on the processing of your personal information.
Right to Access (Article 45)
Access and obtain copies of your personal information.
Right to Portability (Article 45)
Request transfer of your information to another processor.
Right to Correction (Article 46)
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
Right to Deletion (Article 47)
Request deletion of your personal information.
Right to Withdraw Consent (Article 15)
Withdraw consent for processing at any time.
Right to Refuse Automated Decisions (Article 24)
Object to solely automated decision-making.
Rights of Deceased Persons (Article 49)
Close relatives may exercise certain rights for deceased individuals.
Sensitive Personal Information
PIPL provides enhanced protection for sensitive personal information, which includes:
- Biometric data
- Religious beliefs
- Specific identity information
- Medical and health information
- Financial account information
- Location tracking data
- Personal information of minors under 14
We only process sensitive personal information when strictly necessary and with your separate, explicit consent. We implement enhanced security measures for such data.
Cross-Border Data Transfers
When transferring personal information outside of China, we comply with PIPL requirements including:
- Security Assessment: Passing security assessment organized by the Cyberspace Administration of China when required.
- Certification: Obtaining personal information protection certification from professional institutions.
- Standard Contracts: Entering into contracts with overseas recipients using standard terms published by CAC.
- Separate Consent: Obtaining your separate consent for cross-border transfers.
We inform you of the overseas recipient's name, contact information, purpose of processing, methods of processing, types of personal information, and how you can exercise your rights.
Personal Information Protection Impact Assessment
In accordance with PIPL Article 55, we conduct Personal Information Protection Impact Assessments (PIPIA) before undertaking high-risk processing activities, including:
- Processing sensitive personal information
- Automated decision-making using personal information
- Entrusting processing to third parties
- Providing personal information to third parties
- Cross-border transfers of personal information
- Other activities that may significantly impact individuals
Data Localization
For critical information infrastructure operators or processors handling personal information reaching thresholds set by the CAC, we store personal information collected and generated within China domestically in compliance with PIPL Article 40.
Security Measures
We implement comprehensive security measures as required by PIPL Article 51:
- Formulating internal management systems and operating procedures
- Implementing classified management of personal information
- Adopting encryption, de-identification, and other security technical measures
- Determining operational authority and conducting security education
- Formulating emergency response plans for security incidents
Contact Information
For PIPL-related inquiries or to exercise your rights:
- Personal Information Protection Officer: pipl@studios.ml
- China Representative: Studios.ml China, Beijing, PRC
- Response Time: We will respond to your request within 15 days.
If you believe your rights have been infringed, you may also file a complaint with the Cyberspace Administration of China or relevant authorities.