PRIVACY POLICY

1. Information Collected

1.1. Personal Information

When you visit or interact with this website, I may collect the following personal information:

• Name (for orders and communication)
• Email address (for order confirmation, updates, and newsletters)
• Phone number (for order issues, if applicable)
• Billing and shipping address (for processing and delivering purchases)
• Payment information (handled securely through third-party payment processors)

1.2. Non-Personal Information

I also collect non-identifiable information for website analytics and improvement, such as:

• IP address
• Browser type and device information
• Pages visited and time spent on the website
• Referring website or search queries
  
  

2. How Your Information is Used

I use the collected information to:

• Process and fulfill orders
• Communicate with customers regarding purchases, inquiries, or updates
• Improve website functionality and user experience
• Send promotional offers or newsletters (only if you opt-in)
• Prevent fraud and ensure secure transactions
• Comply with legal obligations

I do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Payment Security

All payment transactions are processed through secure third-party payment providers (such as PayPal, Stripe, or credit card processors). I do not store or have direct access to your payment information. These providers follow strict security standards to keep your data safe.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

This website uses cookies and tracking technologies to improve user experience and gather insights. Cookies help:

• Remember your preferences and cart items
• Analyze website traffic and trends
• Offer personalized content

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may impact website functionality.

5. Third-Party Services

I may use trusted third-party services for:

• Payment processing
• Website hosting and analytics
• Email newsletters (if subscribed)

These third parties have their own privacy policies governing how they handle your data. I ensure that they comply with strict data protection standards.

6. Data Protection & Security

I take appropriate security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online transmission is 100% secure, and you use this site at your own risk.

7. Your Rights & Choices

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data (request details on what is collected)
• Correct or update information (if inaccurate)
• Request deletion of your data (except when required for legal reasons)
• Opt-out of marketing emails (unsubscribe anytime)

To exercise these rights, please contact me via the Contact Page.

8. Data Retention

I retain your personal information only as long as necessary for:

• Order fulfillment and customer service
• Legal or accounting purposes
• Improving business operations

If you request deletion, I will remove your data unless legally required to keep it.

9. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under 13. I do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If a parent/guardian believes their child’s data has been collected, please contact me for removal.

10. Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated occasionally to reflect changes in legal requirements or business practices. Updates will be posted on this page, and continued use of the website implies acceptance of any changes.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, feel free to contact me via the Contact Page.

Thank you for trusting My Art—where your privacy is as important as your love for art!