Website Privacy Policy

Last Updated April 30, 2025

Welcome to Sue Ciccone Fine Art (“Company,” “I,” “me,” or “my”). I value your trust and am committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) outlines how I collect, use, share, and protect your data when you visit my website [Website URL] and any related subpages (the “Website”).

By accessing or using my Website, you agree to the practices described in this Policy. Please take a moment to read through it carefully.

1. Purpose of this Policy.

This Policy aims to be transparent about how I collect and handle your data so that you can make informed decisions when engaging with me. It applies when you:

  • Visit or browse my Website.

  • Engage with any features such as chat, user submissions, or electronic messaging on my Website.

  • Opt into email newsletters or marketing communications.

  • Purchase services, digital products, courses, or join membership programs via my Website.

  • Interact with my ads or marketing content on third-party websites or platforms.

This Policy does not cover data collected offline or via third-party websites or platforms, including affiliates or service providers.

2. Age Requirements.

I do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from anyone under the age of 16. If you are under 16, please do not submit any personal information to me. If I learn that I have inadvertently collected personal information from someone under 16, I will promptly delete it.

If you believe I have collected such information, please contact me at suecicconeart@gmail.com.

3. Information I Collect.

I collect various types of personal information from you, which may include:

  • Personal Identifiers. Name, email address, phone number, billing/shipping address, etc.

  • Financial Information. Payment details such as credit card or banking information.

  • Geolocation Data. IP address, location data from your device.

  • Demographic Information. Age, gender, occupation, etc.

  • Internet and Device Activity. Browser type, operating system, browsing behavior on my Website.

  • Authentication Data. Social media usernames, passwords, and account security data.

  • Media. Photos, videos, or other media you may upload to the Website.

This data is collected directly from you when you provide it (e.g., during registration or purchase) or automatically via cookies and other tracking technologies when you browse my Website.

4. Sources of Information.

Your personal information may be collected from the following sources, including, but not limited to:

  • Directly from You: When you fill out forms, subscribe to services, create an account, or make purchases on my Website.

  • Third Parties:

    • Payment Processors. When you make a purchase, I collect data via third-party payment gateways (e.g., Stripe, PayPal) to process your transactions.

    • Analytics Providers. Such as Google Analytics, to monitor traffic and understand how users interact with my Website.

    • Social Media Platforms. If you connect or log in using your social media accounts (e.g., Facebook, Google, LinkedIn), or if you interact with my content on social media, those platforms may share your data with me.

    • Email Marketing Platforms. I collect data through email marketing providers (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit) when you subscribe to my newsletter or download resources.

    • Advertising Networks. When you interact with my ads on third-party platforms (e.g., Google Ads, Facebook Ads), those platforms may share information on your engagement with my advertisements.

  • Automated Data Collection: I use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect data on how you interact with my Website and ads, including your browsing behavior, device information, and IP address.

    I may collect additional data through automated tools such as customer feedback tools, survey responses, or affiliate marketing programs.

5. User-Generated Content and Intellectual Property.

If you submit any content (e.g., testimonials, reviews, or creative works such as videos or images) through my Website or social media channels, you grant me a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, modify, distribute, and display your content for marketing and promotional purposes.

Please be aware that content submissions are shared at your own risk. While I value your contributions, I cannot control how other users or third parties may interact with or use your publicly shared content.

6. Data Collected for Digital Products, Courses, and Memberships.

When you purchase a digital product, join a course, or subscribe to a membership program through my Website, I may collect and store additional personal information such as your course progress, completion history, and engagement data.

This information is used to personalize your experience, track your progress, and ensure you have access to the resources you’ve purchased. I take data protection seriously and store this information securely.

7. Automated Data Collection (Cookies, Pixels, and Web Beacons).

I use cookies and similar tracking technologies (e.g., web beacons, pixels) to enhance your experience and track how you use my Website. Cookies allow me to:

  • Understand how you interact with my Website.

  • Personalize your browsing experience.

  • Improve the functionality of my services.

You can control cookies through your browser settings, and you may opt-out of targeted advertising by visiting https://optout.networkadvertising.org/?c=1. Be aware that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the Website.

8. Third-Party Tracking and Affiliate Marketing.

I allow third-party cookies and tracking technologies on my Website to collect data about your browsing habits for marketing purposes, such as retargeting ads. These third-party services may collect information such as your IP address, device information, and browsing behavior.

I may also participate in affiliate marketing programs. When you click on affiliate links and make a purchase, I may receive a commission, and certain tracking data may be shared with my partners for this purpose.

For more details on how to manage these settings, visit https://optout.networkadvertising.org/?c=1.

9. How I Use Your Information.

Your personal information may be used for the following purposes:

  • To personalize your experience on my Website.

  • To process your transactions, including payments and shipping.

  • To communicate with you about your account, purchases, or customer service inquiries.

  • To deliver marketing and promotional content that may interest you.

  • To comply with legal obligations and protect my legal rights.

  • To enhance Website performance and improve products or services based on analytics.

  • To administer surveys, quizzes, or feedback forms.

  • To generate testimonials or case studies for marketing purposes.

10. Data Sharing, Disclosure, and Sale.

I value your privacy and am committed to being transparent about how your personal information is shared or disclosed. Your personal data may be shared with the following parties for the purposes outlined below:

Service Providers. I may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in the operation of my business, including:

  • Payment Processors. Companies such as Stripe, PayPal, or other financial institutions that handle payments securely on my behalf.

  • Shipping and Fulfillment Services. If you purchase physical products, your address and contact information may be shared with third-party shipping providers including but not limited to FedEx, USPS, or DHL.

  • Email Automation Tools. Services like Mailchimp, Flodesk, Klaviyo, or ActiveCampaign to help me manage email communications, deliver newsletters, and automate responses.

  • Hosting and IT Support. Web hosting services or IT vendors, such as Squarespace, responsible for maintaining my Website and ensuring its security.

  • Analytics Providers. Tools such as Google Analytics to help me understand Website performance and user behavior.

Affiliates and Business Partners. I may share your personal information with my business affiliates and partners for purposes such as:

  • Affiliate Marketing Programs. If you interact with my affiliates (e.g., by purchasing through an affiliate link), I may share relevant information (e.g., referral data) to track and manage commissions.

  • Joint Promotions or Webinars. If I collaborate with third parties for co-branded events, online workshops, or joint marketing campaigns, I may share registration and engagement information with the partner.

Legal Authorities. I may disclose your personal information when required to do so by law, regulation, or legal process, including:

  • In response to a court order, subpoena, or other governmental request.

  • To protect my legal rights, privacy, safety, or property, or that of my employees, customers, or others.

Corporate Transactions. In the event of a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale of my assets, your personal information may be transferred to a third-party as part of the transaction. In such cases, I will notify you of any significant changes regarding the handling of your personal information.

Non-Personally Identifiable Information. I may share aggregated or de-identified data that cannot reasonably be used to identify you. This type of information may be shared freely with third parties for analytics, research, or marketing purposes.

Consent-Based Sharing. In any other situation where I need to share your personal information, I will do so only with your explicit consent. For instance, if you opt in to specific third-party offers, I will share your data with the relevant partners.

I do not sell your personal information to third parties for direct financial compensation. However, I may allow certain third parties (such as ad networks or affiliate partners) to collect information about your activities on my Website through cookies or other tracking technologies, which may be considered a "sale" of personal data under certain laws like the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

Opt-Out of Data Sales. If you are a resident of California or any other jurisdiction that provides such rights, you may opt out of the sale of your personal data by contacting me at suecicconeart@gmail.com or following the instructions provided on my Website. For more details on how to exercise your rights, see the section on Consumer Rights.

Please note that once your data is shared with a third-party service provider or partner, their privacy practices and policies will apply. I encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites or services you engage with to understand how they handle your data.

You may manage and control how your data is shared by:

  • Adjusting cookie preferences via your browser settings or my cookie consent tool.

  • Opting out of marketing communications via the unsubscribe link in any of my emails.

  • Contacting me directly at suecicconeart@gmail.com to opt out of specific types of data sharing.

If you are located outside the United States, your personal data may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where my third-party service providers operate. I ensure such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws, such as the GDPR, by implementing standard contractual clauses or similar legal mechanisms.

11. Consumer Rights (GDPR, CCPA, and Other U.S. State Laws).

You have certain rights regarding your personal data, which may include:

  • Right to Access. Request access to the personal data I hold about you.

  • Right to Correction. Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Right to Deletion. Request the deletion of your personal data (subject to legal exceptions).

  • Right to Opt-Out. Opt out of the sale of your data or targeted advertising.

  • Right to Data Portability. Request transfer of your data to another provider.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact me at suecicconeart@gmail.com.

12. Data Retention.

I retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, such as maintaining your account or completing your purchases. After you terminate your relationship with me, I may retain your data for a reasonable period to comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes.

You can request deletion of your data by contacting me, except in cases where retention is required by law.

13. Data Security.

I implement appropriate security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online transmission of data is completely secure, and I cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

You are responsible for keeping your account credentials secure. I am not liable for any unauthorized access due to your negligence.

14. Changes to This Policy.

I may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in my practices or legal obligations. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page reflects the latest version. If material changes are made, I may notify you via email or post a notice on my Website.

Your continued use of the Website following such changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Policy.

15. Contact Me.

If you have any questions, concerns, or would like to exercise your privacy rights, you can reach me using the following contact methods:

  • Email: suecicconeart@gmail.com

  • Contact Form: Here