Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 5, 2025

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how Art by Vatsala collects, uses, and protects your personal information.

📊 Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you interact with our website or services, we may collect:

Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
Shipping and billing addresses for order fulfillment
Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
Custom artwork requirements and preferences
Communication history and customer service interactions

Automatic Information

Website usage data and analytics
Device information and IP address
Browser type and operating system
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

🎯 How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Process and fulfill your custom artwork orders
Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
Send order updates and shipping notifications
Improve our website and services
Send promotional emails (only with your consent)
Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud

🔒 We never sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.

🤝 Information Sharing

We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:

Service Providers: Trusted third parties who help us operate our business (payment processors, shipping companies)
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition
With Your Consent: Any other sharing with your explicit permission

🛡️ Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

Secure SSL encryption for data transmission
Regular security updates and monitoring
Limited access to personal information by authorized personnel only
Secure payment processing through trusted third-party providers

⚠️ While we strive to protect your information, no method of internet transmission is 100% secure. Please contact us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized access to your account.

⚖️ Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access and review your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal requirements)
Opt-out of promotional communications
Request data portability
File a complaint with relevant authorities

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

🍪 Cookies & Tracking

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us improve your browsing experience and understand how you use our website.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website usage
Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising (with consent)

You can control cookies through your browser settings, though disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

🔗 Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party services:

Payment processors (for secure transactions)
Shipping companies (for order fulfillment)
Social media platforms
Analytics services

These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices. We encourage you to review their policies before providing any information.

👶 Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

🔄 Policy Updates

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will:

Post the updated policy on this page
Update the “Last Updated” date
Notify you of significant changes via email or website notice
Obtain your consent for material changes where required by law

Questions About Your Privacy?

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your personal information, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to help!

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Email: admin@artbyvatsala.com
Art by Vatsala
India