TinyBarkStudio

At Tiny Bark Studio, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you make a purchase or engage with our shop on Etsy. By purchasing from or interacting with our shop, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect
When you make a purchase or interact with us through Etsy, we collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, shipping address, billing address, and any other personal details you provide during the checkout process or in communication with us.

Payment Information: Etsy handles payment transactions on our behalf, so we do not directly store your payment details (such as credit card information). However, Etsy may share transaction data with us as part of the order processing.

Photos for Custom Artwork: When you request a custom artwork or commission, you may choose to send reference photos. These photos will only be used for the purpose of creating the custom artwork you requested. We may store them temporarily during the artwork creation process.

Order Information: This includes details of the items you have purchased, including digital downloads or physical goods, and any additional information related to your order.

2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Order Fulfillment: To process and ship your order, including custom artwork commissions, and provide any customer support related to your purchase.

Communication: To send you order updates, respond to inquiries, and provide customer service related to your purchases or custom artwork requests.

Custom Artwork Creation: If you send reference photos for a custom artwork, we will use those photos solely for the purpose of creating the artwork you requested.

Marketing: With your consent, we may use your email address to send you updates about new products, promotions, or other information about our shop. You can opt-out of these communications at any time.

3. How We Protect Your Information
We are committed to maintaining the security of your personal information. We implement industry-standard security measures, such as encryption, to protect your data during transactions. However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

Photos for Custom Artwork: We will store any reference photos you provide securely and only for the duration necessary to complete the artwork. After the artwork is completed and delivered to you, we will delete any photos unless otherwise requested by you.

4. Sharing Your Information
We may share your personal information in the following limited circumstances:

Etsy: As our shop is hosted on Etsy, Etsy’s platform may also collect and process your information. Please refer to Etsy’s Privacy Policy for more information on how they handle your data.

Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers such as shipping carriers or POD companies to fulfill orders.

Legal Requirements: We may disclose your personal information if required to do so by law, or if we believe that such action is necessary to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights or property, or ensure the safety of our customers.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Etsy may use cookies and similar tracking technologies on its platform. These technologies help Etsy personalize your shopping experience and analyze website traffic. For more information, please refer to Etsy’s Cookie Policy.

6. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." Please review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your personal information, please contact us through Etsy's messaging system.