Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

At our paint studio, we are committed to protecting your privacy while providing exceptional artistic services. We collect information necessary to deliver our painting classes, workshops, and related services effectively.

How We Use Your Information

Your personal data is processed for legitimate business purposes and with your consent where required. We use your information to:

• Process class registrations and manage your bookings
• Send important updates about classes, schedules, and studio policies
• Provide customer support and respond to your inquiries
• Improve our services based on feedback and usage patterns
• Send promotional materials about new classes and events (with your consent)
• Maintain accurate financial records and process payments
• Ensure studio security and prevent fraudulent activities

Data Protection and Security

We implement robust security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security practices include:

Access to your personal information is restricted to authorized personnel who need it to perform their job functions. We regularly review and update our security procedures to address emerging threats and maintain the highest standards of data protection.

Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject, you have several rights regarding your personal information:

• Right of Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing

Data Sharing and Third Parties

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

• With payment processors to handle transactions securely
• With email service providers for class notifications and updates
• With analytics services to improve our website functionality
• When required by law or to protect our legal rights
• With your explicit consent for specific purposes

All third-party service providers are carefully vetted and required to maintain appropriate data protection standards.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy. Generally, we keep:

• Class registration data for the duration of your enrollment plus three years
• Financial records for seven years as required by law
• Marketing consent records until you withdraw consent
• Website analytics data for up to two years

After the retention period expires, we securely delete or anonymize your personal information.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalized content. We use both essential cookies necessary for website functionality and optional cookies for analytics and marketing purposes. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will notify you through email or prominent website notices. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.