Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Register for an account or enroll in our courses
• Contact us through our contact form or email
• Subscribe to our newsletter or marketing communications
• Participate in surveys, contests, or promotional activities
• Make a purchase or transaction

The types of personal information we may collect include:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Payment information (credit card details, billing address)
• Account credentials (username, password)
• Educational background and preferences
• Communication preferences

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing behavior, including:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Device information (type, operating system)
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our online painting courses and educational services
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries, send course updates, and provide customer support
• Account Management: To create and manage your account, process enrollments, and handle transactions
• Marketing: To send promotional materials, newsletters, and information about new courses (with your consent)
• Analytics: To analyze website usage, improve user experience, and optimize our services
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights and interests
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address fraud, security breaches, and other harmful activities

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or servicing you (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers, analytics services)
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity
• Consent: We may share information with your explicit consent or at your direction

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more detailed information about our use of cookies, please see our Cookie Policy.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
• Secure server infrastructure and regular security audits
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Regular security training for our staff

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

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

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Objection: Object to the processing of your information for certain purposes
• Portability: Request transfer of your information to another service provider
• Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw your consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

12. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State of Colorado, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from this policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Colorado, United States.