1. Company information
Block Studios is a sole proprietorship (Eenmanszaak) based in the Netherlands.
Email: info@blockstudios.net
Chamber of Commerce (KvK): 81866003
VAT number: NL003612293B53
2. Website & hosting
This website is available at https://www.blockstudios.net.
Hosting provider: Hostinger.
3. Personal data we collect
We do not offer user accounts or login functionality on this website. There is no contact form. Communication is handled via Discord or email.
4. Recruitment (“Work with us”)
Job applications are handled through a third-party platform: Bucket of Crabs. The data you submit (such as name, contact details, portfolio links, and application messages) is processed solely to assess your application and communicate with you.
Application data is retained for up to 4 weeks unless you give explicit consent to keep your data for a longer period.
5. Cookies & tracking
We aim to minimize tracking. If non-essential cookies or analytics are used, consent will be requested where required by law. For details, see our Cookie Policy.
6. Third-party services
We use or link to third-party services including:
- Discord (community & support)
- Email services (communication)
- Minecraft Marketplace & MCModels (payments and digital product distribution)
- Social platforms (Instagram, YouTube, TikTok)
These third parties have their own privacy policies and are responsible for their own processing.
7. Legal bases for processing
Where applicable under the GDPR, we process personal data based on consent, contractual necessity, legal obligations, or legitimate interests, balanced against your rights and freedoms.
8. Data retention
Support-related communication may be retained for up to 12 months. Recruitment data is retained as described above.
9. Minors
Minecraft is frequently used by minors. Payments for digital content are handled exclusively through the Minecraft Marketplace and MCModels shops. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16.
10. Your rights
You may request access, correction, deletion, restriction, portability, or object to processing. Requests can be sent to info@blockstudios.net.
You may also lodge a complaint with the Dutch Data Protection Authority (Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens).
11. Contact
Questions about this policy can be sent to info@blockstudios.net.