Privacy Policy - Artisanwaxboutiq

Introduction

Artisanwaxboutiq is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website artisanwaxboutiq.world and use our online comics and manga drawing courses.

Information We Collect

We may collect information about you in various ways when you enroll in our art courses or interact with our learning platform. The information we may collect includes:

Personal identification information such as name and email address when you register for courses or contact us
Course progress and completion data to track your learning journey
Artwork submissions you provide for instructor feedback and portfolio development
Usage data including pages visited, time spent on lessons, and features accessed
Device and browser information for technical support and platform optimization

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide and maintain our online drawing and illustration courses
Personalize your learning experience and recommend relevant content
Process course enrollments and manage your student account
Communicate with you about course updates, new offerings, and community events
Provide instructor feedback on your artwork and assignments
Improve our curriculum and develop new course materials
Analyze website usage patterns and optimize user experience
Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service

Legal Basis for Data Processing

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

Consent: When you provide explicit consent for specific processing activities, such as marketing communications or optional analytics
Contract Performance: To fulfill our contractual obligations when you enroll in courses or purchase services
Legitimate Interests: For platform improvement, security, fraud prevention, and business operations that do not override your privacy rights
Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes

Transfer and Disclosure of Data to Third Parties

We may share your information with third parties in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our platform, processing payments, hosting data, and providing technical support
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our rights and safety
With Your Consent: We may share information with third parties when you have given explicit consent for such sharing

All third parties with whom we share data are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.

Use of Third-Party Services

Our website uses various third-party services that may process your data:

Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. This service collects anonymous usage data to help us improve our platform. You can opt out through Google's privacy settings.
Google Ads Conversion Tracking: We may use Google Ads to track conversions and measure advertising effectiveness. This helps us understand which marketing efforts are most successful.
Google Remarketing: We may use Google's remarketing services to show relevant advertisements to visitors who have previously visited our website.
Google Maps API: We use Google Maps to display location information on our contact page. This service may collect location data when you interact with the map.
Payment Processors: When you make purchases, your payment information is processed by secure third-party payment processors. We do not store complete payment card information.
Email Service Providers: We use email service providers to send course updates, newsletters, and communications. These providers process email addresses and engagement data.

These third-party services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their policies to understand how they handle your data.

International Data Transfer

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. When we transfer data internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards to ensure your information receives adequate protection, including:

Standard contractual clauses approved by data protection authorities
Verification that third-party service providers comply with applicable data protection frameworks
Regular security assessments and compliance reviews

By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your jurisdiction for the purposes described in this policy.

Data Retention Periods

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Our retention periods are determined based on:

Active Accounts: We retain account information and course data while your account is active and for a reasonable period after account closure
Course Records: Course progress, submissions, and completion certificates are retained for at least 7 years for record-keeping and certification verification purposes
Marketing Data: If you have consented to marketing communications, we retain your contact information until you withdraw consent or opt out
Legal Requirements: Some information may be retained longer if required by law, such as financial records or information related to legal disputes
Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized analytics data may be retained indefinitely for statistical and improvement purposes

When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies.

Children's Privacy

Our services are designed for adult learners aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. We will take steps to delete such information from our systems.

If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 18 without parental consent, we will delete that information promptly. Parents or guardians who wish to review, delete, or restrict the collection of their child's information should contact us using the information provided in the Contact Us section.

Data Protection

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information. Your artwork and course data are stored securely and only accessible to authorized instructors and staff members. Our security measures include:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Regular security assessments and vulnerability testing
Access controls and authentication mechanisms
Secure data backup and recovery procedures
Employee training on data protection and privacy

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to maintaining industry-standard protections.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information under certain circumstances
Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we process your information
Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format
Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at message@artisanwaxboutiq.world. We will respond to your request within 30 days, or as required by applicable law. You may also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will:

Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
Notify you via email if you have an active account with us
Display a prominent notice on our website for significant changes
Provide a summary of key changes when appropriate

Your continued use of our services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Artisanwaxboutiq
11617 S Western Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73170, United States
Email: message@artisanwaxboutiq.world
Phone: +1 405 508 0856