Privacy Policy

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Melanated Art Prints values its users' privacy. This Privacy Policy ("Policy") will help you understand how we collect and use personal information from those who visit our website or make use of our online facilities and services, and what we will and will not do with the information we collect. Our Policy has been designed and created to ensure those affiliated with Melanated Art Prints of our commitment and realization of our obligation not only to meet, but to exceed, most existing privacy standards.

We reserve the right to make changes to this Policy at any given time. If you want to make sure that you are up to date with the latest changes, we advise you to frequently visit this page. If at any point in time Melanated Art Prints decides to make use of any personally identifiable information on file, in a manner vastly different from that which was stated when this information was initially collected, the user or users shall be promptly notified by email. Users at that time shall have the option as to whether to permit the use of their information in this separate manner.

This Policy applies to Melanated Art Prints, and it governs any and all data collection and usage by us. Through the use of www.melanatedartprints.com, you are therefore consenting to the data collection procedures expressed in this Policy.

Please note that this Policy does not govern the collection and use of information by companies that Melanated Art Prints does not control, nor by individuals not employed or managed by us. If you visit a website that we mention or link to, be sure to review its privacy policy before providing the site with information.

It is highly recommended and suggested that you review the privacy policies and statements of any website you choose to use or frequent to better understand the way in which websites garner, make use of and share the information collected. 

Specifically, this Policy will inform you of the following:

  1. What personally identifiable information is collected from you through our website; 
    2. Why we collect personally identifiable information and the legal basis for such collection; 
    3. How we use the collected information and with whom it may be shared; 
    4. What choices are available to you regarding the use of your data; and 
    5. The security procedures in place to protect the misuse of your information.

    Information We Collect

We collect Device Information using the following technologies:

  • “Cookies” are data files that are placed on your device or computer and often include an anonymous unique identifier. For more information about cookies, and how to disable cookies, visit http://www.allaboutcookies.org.
  • “Log files” track actions occurring on the Site, and collect data including your IP address, browser type, Internet service provider, referring/exit pages, and date/time stamps.
  • “Web beacons”, “tags”, and “pixels” are electronic files used to record information about how you browse the Site.

It is always up to you whether to disclose personally identifiable information to us, although if you elect not to do so, we reserve the right not to register you as a user or provide you with any products or services. This website collects various types of information, such as:

  • Voluntarily provided information which may include your name, address, email address, billing and/or credit card information etc. which may be used when you purchase products and/or services and to deliver the services you have requested.
  • Information automatically collected when visiting our website, which may include cookies, third party tracking technologies and server logs.

Please rest assured that this site will only collect personal information that you knowingly and willingly provide to us by way of surveys, completed membership forms, and emails. It is the intent of this site to use personal information only for the purpose for which it was requested, and any additional uses specifically provided for on this Policy. 

Why We Collect Information and For How Long

We are collecting your data for several reasons:

  • To better understand your needs and provide you with the services you have requested
  • To fulfill our legitimate interest in improving our services and products
  • To send you promotional emails containing information we think you may like when we have your consent to do so
  • To contact you to fill out surveys or participate in other types of market research, when we have your consent to do so
  • To customize our website according to your online behavior and personal preferences

The data we collect from you will be stored for no longer than necessary. The length of time we retain said information will be determined based upon the following criteria: the length of time your personal information remains relevant; the length of time it is reasonable to keep records to demonstrate that we have fulfilled our duties and obligations; any limitation periods within which claims might be made; any retention periods prescribed by law or recommended by regulators, professional bodies or associations; the type of contract we have with you, the existence of your consent, and our legitimate interest in keeping such information as stated in this Policy. 

Use of Information Collected
Melanated Art Prints does not now, nor will it in the future, sell, rent or lease any of its customer lists and/or names to any third parties.

Melanated Art Prints may collect and may make use of personal information to assist in the operation of our website and to ensure delivery of the services you need and request. At times, we may find it necessary to use personally identifiable information as a means to keep you informed of other possible products and/or services that may be available to you from www.melanatedartprints.com.

Melanated Art Prints may also be in contact with you with regards to completing surveys and/or research questionnaires related to your opinion of current or potential future services that may be offered.

Melanated Art Prints may feel it necessary, from time to time, to contact you on behalf of our other external business partners with regards to a potential new offer which may be of interest to you. If you consent or show interest in presented offers, then, at that time, specific identifiable information, such as name, email address and/or telephone number, may be shared with the third party.

Melanated Art Prints may find it beneficial to all our customers to share specific data with our trusted partners in an effort to conduct statistical analysis, provide you with email and/or postal mail, deliver support and/or arrange for deliveries to be made. Those third parties shall be strictly prohibited from making use of your personal information, other than to deliver those services which you requested, and as such they are required, in accordance with this agreement, to maintain the strictest of confidentiality with regards to all your information.

Melanated Art Prints uses various third-party social media features including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest and other interactive programs. These may collect your IP address and require cookies to work properly. These services are governed by the privacy policies of the providers and are not within Melanated Art Print’s control.

Disclosure of Information
Melanated Art Prints may not use or disclose the information provided by you except under the following circumstances:

  • as necessary to provide services or products you have ordered
  • in other ways described in this Policy or to which you have otherwise consented
  • in the aggregate with other information in such a way so that your identity cannot reasonably be determined
  • as required by law, or in response to a subpoena or search warrant
  • to outside auditors who have agreed to keep the information confidential
  • as necessary to enforce the Terms of Service
  • as necessary to maintain, safeguard and preserve all the rights and property of Melanated Art Prints

Non-Marketing Purposes
Melanated Art Prints greatly respects your privacy. We do maintain and reserve the right to contact you if needed for non-marketing purposes (such as bug alerts, security breaches, account issues, and/or changes in Melanated Art Prints products and services). In certain circumstances, we may use our website, newspapers, or other public means to post a notice. 

Children under the age of 18
Melanated Art Prints's website is not directed to, and does not knowingly collect personal identifiable information from, children under the age of eighteen (18). If it is determined that such information has been inadvertently collected on anyone under the age of eighteen (18), we shall immediately take the necessary steps to ensure that such information is deleted from our system's database, or in the alternative, that verifiable parental consent is obtained for the use and storage of such information. Anyone under the age of eighteen (18) must seek and obtain parent or guardian permission to use this website. 

Unsubscribe or Opt-Out 
All users and visitors to our website have the option to discontinue receiving communications from us by way of email or newsletters. To discontinue or unsubscribe from our website please send an email that you wish to unsubscribe to: unsubscribe@melanatedartprints.com. If you wish to unsubscribe or opt-out from any third-party websites, you must go to that specific website to unsubscribe or opt-out. Melanated Art Prints will continue to adhere to this Policy with respect to any personal information previously collected. 

Links to Other Websites 
Our website does contain links to affiliate and other websites. Melanated Art Prints does not claim nor accept responsibility for any privacy policies, practices and/or procedures of other such websites. Therefore, we encourage all users and visitors to be aware when they leave our website and to read the privacy statements of every website that collects personally identifiable information. This Privacy Policy Agreement applies only and solely to the information collected by our website. 

Notice to European Union Users
Melanated Art Prints's operations are located primarily in the United States. If you provide information to us, the information will be transferred out of the European Union (EU) and sent to the United States. (The adequacy decision on the EU-US Privacy became operational on August 1, 2016. This framework protects the fundamental rights of anyone in the EU whose personal data is transferred to the United States for commercial purposes. It allows the free transfer of data to companies that are certified in the US under the Privacy Shield.) By providing personal information to us, you are consenting to its storage and use as described in this Policy.

Your Rights as a Data Subject
Under the regulations of the General Data Protection Regulation ("GDPR") of the EU you have certain rights as a Data Subject. These rights are as follows:

  • The right to be informed: this means we must inform you of how we intend to use your personal data and we do this through the terms of this Policy.
  • The right of access: this means you have the right to request access to the data we hold about you and we must respond to those requests within one month. You can do this by sending an email to info@melanatedartprints.com.
  • The right to rectification: this means that if you believe some of the date, we hold is incorrect, you have the right to have it corrected. You can do this by logging into your account with us, or by sending us an email with your request.
  • The right to erasure: this means you can request that the information we hold be deleted, and we will comply unless we have a compelling reason not to, in which case you will be informed of same. You can do this by sending an email to info@melanatedartprints.com.
  • The right to restrict processing: this means you can change your communication preferences or opt-out of certain communications. You can do this by sending an email to unsubscribe@melanatedartprints.com.
  • The right of data portability: this means you can obtain and use the data we hold for your own purposes without explanation. If you wish to request a copy of your information, contact us at info@melanatedartprints.com.
  • The right to object: this means you can file a formal objection with us regarding our use of your information with regard to third parties, or its processing where our legal basis is our legitimate interest in it. To do this, please send an email to: info@melanatedartprints.com.

In addition to the rights above, please rest assured that we will always aim to encrypt and anonymize your personal information whenever possible. We also have protocols in place in the unlikely event that we suffer a data breach and we will contact you if your personal information is ever at risk. For more details regarding our security protections see the section below or visit our website at www.melanatedartprints.com. 

Security 
Melanated Art Prints takes precautions to protect your information. When you submit sensitive information via the website, your information is protected both online and offline. Wherever we collect sensitive information (e.g. credit card information), that information is encrypted and transmitted to us in a secure way. You can verify this by looking for a lock icon in the address bar and looking for "https" at the beginning of the address of the webpage.

While we use encryption to protect sensitive information transmitted online, we also protect your information offline. Only employees who need the information to perform a specific job (for example, billing or customer service) are granted access to personally identifiable information. The computers and servers in which we store personally identifiable information are kept in a secure environment. This is all done to prevent any loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure or modification of the user's personal information under our control. 

The company also uses Secure Socket Layer (SSL) for authentication and private communications to build users' trust and confidence in the internet and website use by providing simple and secure access and communication of credit card and personal information. In addition, Melanated Art Prints is a licensee of TRUSTe. The website is also secured by VeriSign. 

Acceptance of Terms 
By using this website, you are hereby accepting the terms and conditions stipulated within the Privacy Policy Agreement. If you are not in agreement with our terms and conditions, then you should refrain from further use of our sites. In addition, your continued use of our website following the posting of any updates or changes to our terms and conditions shall mean that you agree and acceptance of such changes. 

How to Contact Us 
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Privacy Policy Agreement related to our website, please feel free to contact us at the following email, telephone number or mailing address. 

Email: info@melanatedartprints.com
Phone:  773-383-2043
Address:  2919 E Wier Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85040

How We Use Cookies and Similar Technologies

This cookie privacy policy explains how and why we use cookies and similar technologies on our website. Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with pages, remember preferences, and improve overall site performance. Some cookies are essential for basic functions, while others support analytics, personalization, and security. We may also use pixels or local storage tools to gather limited information about browser activity. The data collected is used only to operate, maintain, and improve the experience we provide. By continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

Information We Collect Through Cookies

When you visit our site, cookies may collect information such as your IP address, browser type, device details, pages viewed, time spent on pages, and referring websites. This information helps us identify trends, measure content performance, and better understand visitor needs. In some cases, cookies may store user preferences like language settings or login details to make future visits easier. We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal information unless clearly stated and permitted by law. Any data gathered is handled carefully and used only for legitimate business and website improvement purposes.

Your Choices and Cookie Controls

You have control over how cookies are used on your device. Most browsers let you block, delete, or limit cookies through privacy settings. You may also be able to choose which types of cookies you allow, such as essential, analytics, or marketing cookies. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality and reduce your ability to access some features. We encourage you to review your browser’s help section for instructions on adjusting cookie settings. If required by local law, we will provide clear consent options before placing non-essential cookies on your device.

Data Security, Retention, and Updates

We take reasonable steps to protect cookie-related data from unauthorized access, misuse, or loss. Security measures may include access controls, encryption, and regular system monitoring. Cookie data is retained only as long as needed to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. Over time, we may update this cookie privacy policy to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our business practices. When updates are made, we will revise the effective date or provide notice where appropriate. We recommend checking this page periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and protect your information.

How We Use Cookies and Similar Technologies

This cookie privacy policy explains how and why we use cookies and similar technologies on our website. Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with pages, remember preferences, and improve overall site performance. Some cookies are essential for basic functions, while others support analytics, personalization, and security. We may also use pixels or local storage tools to gather limited information about browser activity. The data collected is used only to operate, maintain, and improve the experience we provide. By continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

Information We Collect Through Cookies

When you visit our site, cookies may collect information such as your IP address, browser type, device details, pages viewed, time spent on pages, and referring websites. This information helps us identify trends, measure content performance, and better understand visitor needs. In some cases, cookies may store user preferences like language settings or login details to make future visits easier. We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal information unless clearly stated and permitted by law. Any data gathered is handled carefully and used only for legitimate business and website improvement purposes.

Your Choices and Cookie Controls

You have control over how cookies are used on your device. Most browsers let you block, delete, or limit cookies through privacy settings. You may also be able to choose which types of cookies you allow, such as essential, analytics, or marketing cookies. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality and reduce your ability to access some features. We encourage you to review your browser’s help section for instructions on adjusting cookie settings. If required by local law, we will provide clear consent options before placing non-essential cookies on your device.

Data Security, Retention, and Updates

We take reasonable steps to protect cookie-related data from unauthorized access, misuse, or loss. Security measures may include access controls, encryption, and regular system monitoring. Cookie data is retained only as long as needed to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. Over time, we may update this cookie privacy policy to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our business practices. When updates are made, we will revise the effective date or provide notice where appropriate. We recommend checking this page periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and protect your information.

How We Use Cookies on Our Website

Our cookie privacy policy explains how and why cookies are used to support a better browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our site. They help us remember your preferences, improve site performance, and understand how visitors interact with our pages. Some cookies are required for basic website functions, while others help us analyze traffic and enhance content. We use this information responsibly and only for legitimate business purposes. By understanding how cookies work, you can make informed choices about your privacy and your experience on our website.

Types of Information We May Collect

Under this cookie privacy policy, we may collect limited technical information such as browser type, device type, pages visited, time spent on the site, and general usage patterns. This data helps us improve website design, fix technical issues, and make content more useful for visitors. In some cases, cookies may also support personalized features, such as saving language settings or keeping items in a form during your visit. We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal information unless you have clearly provided it through a separate action. Our goal is to collect only what is needed to operate and improve the website.

Your Choices and Cookie Control

You have control over how cookies are used on your device. Most browsers allow you to block, delete, or limit cookies through the settings menu. You can also choose to accept only certain types of cookies, depending on your browser and device options. Please note that disabling some cookies may affect how the website works and may limit access to certain features. If you continue using our site, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this cookie privacy policy. We encourage you to review your settings regularly so you can manage your preferences in a way that matches your comfort level.

Data Protection and Policy Updates

We take data protection seriously and use reasonable security measures to help keep information collected through cookies safe. While no online system can be completely risk-free, we work to reduce unauthorized access, misuse, and loss of data. This cookie privacy policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our website practices. When updates are made, the revised version will be posted here with a new effective date if needed. We recommend checking this page periodically so you stay informed about how we handle cookies and protect your privacy.