Terms of Use
Last Updated June 2025
Thank you for visiting my Company’s website (“Website”). I hope you find what you are looking for and enjoy my website content, which has been thoughtfully crafted for users like you.
Please review these Terms of Use very carefully. By accessing my Website, you are agreeing to these and are expressing that you have been given reasonable access to review these Terms prior to your continued use of my Website. This Agreement is binding as of the date you access my Website
General Purpose. These Terms of Use (“Terms,” or “Agreement”) that You, the Website user, are entering with Alexandra McKillop Illustration (“Company,” “I,” “me,” or “my”). govern how you may access and use my Website. The Company and You will collectively be referred to as “Parties,” and each individually as a “Party.”
By accessing my Website, you are agreeing to these Terms and my Privacy Policy, accessed below, which is hereby incorporated by reference. If you do not wish to agree to these Terms and my Privacy Policy or are not legally able to form a binding contract, you must immediately quit using my Website.
Age Limitations. My Website is offered to users who are at least 13 years old. If you are not at least 13 years old, you are not allowed to use my Website. By continuing to use my Website you are representing that you meet the minimum age requirements to form a binding contract in your jurisdiction.
Changing Terms. I reserve the right to update and revise these Terms at any time without notice to you. The date that these Terms were last updated is noted on the top of this Agreement. Your continued use of the Website after I have updated these Terms indicates your acceptance and agreement to the changes.
Website Changes + Access. As my Company evolves, my Website and its contents will change with it. I reserve the right to delete, withdraw, or edit this Website (and any service or material I provide on the Website) however I see fit, at any time, and without notice. I am not liable to you if the Website or any part of it is unavailable. For example, this may happen when my Website is undergoing an “under construction” phase where I need to make edits, changes, or amendments. Thank you for understanding.
If you are prompted to provide registration information or other details to access the website or any part of it, you are warranting that the information you provide is correct. Further, you agree that any information you provide to me is correct.
Privacy. I respect your privacy and are committed to protecting it. I may use certain information that I collect from you to operate my Company and/or my Website. Please review my Privacy Policy to understand the types of data I collect from you and your devices (“Data”) in connection with your use of my Website and how I use your Data. By continuing to use my Website you are expressing that you agree with how I collect and use your Data as set out in these Terms and my Privacy Policy.
Protection of Personal Information. If you choose, or are provided with, a username, password, or any other piece of information as part of my security procedures, you must treat such information as confidential, and you must not disclose it to any other person or entity.
You also acknowledge that your account is personal to you and agree not to provide any other person with access to this Website or portions of it using your username, password, or other security information. I recommend keeping your login credentials and account information private so no other users are able to access it.
You agree to notify me immediately of any unauthorized access to or use of your username or password or any other breach of security. You also agree to ensure that you exit from your account at the end of each session.
You should use particular caution when accessing your account from a public or shared computer so that others are not able to view or record your password or other personal information. If you decide to log into your account on a public or shared computer, make sure to log out after your viewing session to help protect your information.
I have the right to disable any username, password, or other identifier, whether chosen by you or provided by me, at any time [in my sole discretion for any or no reason, including] if, in my opinion, you have violated any provision of these Terms of Use.
Intellectual Property. I enjoy sharing and creating valuable content on my Website for all my users to engage with and enjoy. However, in making this content publicly available, I still hold ALL of the Intellectual Property Rights to the work. Meaning, all intellectual property rights including, but not limited to trademarks, copyrighted material, trade secrets, and other proprietary information are owned by the Company and its designees. The Company has the sole exclusive right to reproduce, share and create derivative works from this intellectual property.
You understand and agree that you are only allowed to access the Website and my content for your personal, non-commercial use.
I understand and agree that your computer may incidentally and automatically store copies of my content and website for ease of accessing those materials. However, you are not allowed to reproduce, modify, or share the material contained on or downloaded from my Website.
You may not use the Company’s trademarks including, but not limited to, brand names, logo marks, service marks, designs, and slogans, without written permission from the Company.
Linking to Website + Social Media. Thank you for your interest in linking to my Website and/or social media accounts. Before you place a link on your website or another platform, please adhere to these guidelines to ensure my reputation is left intact.
If you are linking to my Website as a credited source for an article, blog or press, you must include a link to my Website in the cited material. However, no information or content from my Website should be copied in its entirety without express written permission from the Company.
All links to my Website must establish that you do not have any association or endorsement from the Company (absent a separate affiliate, influencer, or other written agreement).
Further, you should only link to my Website on a site or social media account that is owned by you and complies with the content guidelines in this Agreement. You agree to immediately remove any and all links at the Company’s request.
Restricted Uses. To aid in keeping my Website more safe and secure for all its users, I have curated a list of prohibited uses of my Website. Please abide by these restrictions when navigating, browsing, or using my Website in any way. My Website should only be accessed and used for lawful purposes according to these Terms.
You are not allowed to use the Website:
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In violation of any State, Federal or International Laws.
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For any discriminatory purpose.
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For any purpose in violation of my User Content provision in the Terms, incorporated by reference herein.
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For any spoofing, spamming, or impersonating the Company purposes.
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To transmit or distribute spam email or messaging.
Further, you may not:
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Implement or use any spider, crawler, scraping, bots, or other automated processes to access the Website for any purpose.
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Interfere with the Website’s operation in any way including, but not limited to, the use of viruses, malicious codes, attacks or programs.
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Bypass or hack authentication processes or gain any unauthorized access to the Website.
User Submissions. From time to time, my Website may contain features which enable you to submit or post content and material to the Website and/or submit directly to the Company. I prioritize the safety and environment of my Website and require that all your submissions comply with this Agreement.
All user submissions are non-confidential. You relinquish to the Company all proprietary rights in the same upon submission. You understand and agree that anything you submit or post through my Website grants the Company and my designees the right to use such material in any capacity for any purpose.
You understand and agree that you are solely responsible and liable for any submissions you make. The Company will not be held liable in any way for your submissions or posts.
Consent to Use. By submitting reviews, images, comments, testimonials, or tags to me on any platform including, but not limited to social media and online reviews, you are by default granting me a commercial license and voluntarily releasing me to use your submissions for any reasonable future business use. In doing so, I may use your name and/or photo along with any other publicly acknowledged information that has been revealed by you when referring to your submissions on my Website, marketing materials, guides, and any other platform not expressed in this agreement.
Monitoring + Enforcement. I value all user submissions, but I am unable to review all submissions, posts and materials before they are posted to the Website. Therefore, I cannot be held liable for the failure to remove objectionable submissions or posts from the Website. However, the Company may remove user submissions and content for any reason and at its sole discretion without notice to you. Further, the Company may terminate user access to the website for any reason without notice.
Additionally, you understand and agree that the Company may be required to disclose your identity or personally identifiable information due to third-party claims, legal matters or for other purposes in compliance with law enforcement agencies, court orders or appropriate directives. You agree that the Company will not be liable to you in any way for the disclosure of your identity or other information under the foregoing circumstances.
The Company reserves the right to take legal action against any user, person or entity who violates this Agreement.
User Content Guidelines. I care about providing a safe, inclusive space through my Website for users to gather online, share ideas, and consume helpful content.
I will not for any reason tolerate hate speech, sexually explicit materials, copyright infringements, or any number of things listed inside my Content Standards. Please review this list in its entirety before posting or interacting with any users or features on my Website.
User submissions are not allowed to:
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Violate any state, federal, or local laws and regulations or promote illegal activities.
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Violate any other person or entity’s intellectual property or legal rights.
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Contain or encourage any obscene, indecent, sexually explicit or violent material and/or acts.
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Contain any hateful, discriminatory or other objectionable content.
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Embarrass, stalk, harass, or harm another person.
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Misrepresent any person’s identity or organizational affiliation.
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Be used for any promotional or commercial purposes including advertising.
The Company’s guidelines for user submissions and interactions are intended to promote my community and Website’s safety. However, the Company is not liable for any content that is not in compliance with these Terms and guidelines.
If you see content that does follow these Terms, please inform me immediately so I can look into this issue and determine how to move forward. Together, I can keep my Website free of language and materials that are intended to hurt, harm, or infringe on the rights of others. Thank you.
Website Disclaimer. I do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of the information you find on my Website. Any reliance you place on such information is at your own risk.
You understand and agree that the Website and its content is merely informational in nature and does not represent any level of legal, medical, financial, or other professional industry-specific advice. As such, my Company will not be responsible for any damages that result from the use of my Website and its content.
External + Affiliate Links. From time to time, I will link to external websites and sources that are outside of my Company for your convenience only. These links may include, but are not limited to advertisements, affiliate links, 3rd party website links, and sponsored links. In doing so, I recognize that I have no control over the contents of these sites, nor do I have any access to making changes or amendments to them.
Geographic Limitations. The owner of the Website is based in the State of [your State] in the United States. I provide this Website for use only by persons located in the United States.
No Warranties + No Guarantees. The Company is providing this Website and all content accessible through it on an “As-Is” basis for individual use by you at your own risk and without any warranties, whether express or implied, including, but not limited to warranties of title; merchantability; fitness for a particular use; or any rights or licenses in this Agreement. I cannot guarantee that the Website and any downloadable content will be free from viruses or other harmful code. The Company makes no warranty as to the accuracy and reliability of information set forth on the Website and its content. To the fullest permissible extent, the Company disclaims liability for any damages you sustain as a result of use or access of the Company’s Website, content and any linked 3rd party Websites or content.
You understand and agree that the Company does not guarantee specific results, including financial or other business gains for you personally or for your business. The information included on the Website is provided for informational purposes only and you are responsible for implementing any business practices or suggested actions found on the Website.
Limitation of Liability. The Company is in no way liable to You or any other third party for any and all damages including, but not limited to, punitive or exemplary damages or those resulting from negligence relating to this Agreement or Your use of this Website, regardless of whether the Purchaser was advised of such damages, the foreseeable nature of the damages, and the legal or equitable theory upon which the claim for damages is based. If found to be applicable by a court of competent jurisdiction or by law, the Company’s total liability arising out of or related to this Agreement and your use of the Website will be limited to the total amount paid to the Company preceding the event giving rise to the claim.
This Limitation of Liability provision does not purport to affect any liability that cannot be excluded or limited under the law.
Indemnification. You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Company and its designees in all cases arising out of your use of my Website, web content, services or any information contained therein.
Binding Arbitration. In the event there is a dispute between the Parties that cannot be brought to an amicable mutual understanding, the Parties understand and agree that such dispute will be handled through binding arbitration in alignment with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The Parties understand that they will be bound by any decision rendered by the arbitrator and/or arbitration proceedings. The arbitration itself will be held in Sulfolk County, New York. If the arbitration is unable to move forward in the designated jurisdiction, the Company will unilaterally elect another venue for the arbitration. The Parties will equally share in the costs and expenses of arbitration and any related proceedings.
Choice of Law. This Agreement and the Parties’ relationship are governed by the laws of the State of New York. In the event of conflicting laws, the laws of State of New York will control.
Severability + No Waiver. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court with jurisdiction, all other provisions set forth in this Agreement will remain valid and enforceable. By failing to enforce any right or provision of this Agreement, I are not waiving the right or ability to enforce the same rights or provisions in the future. Any right or provision in this Agreement will only be considered waived if done so in writing by an authorized representative of the Company.
Transfer + Assignment. You may not transfer or assign any of your rights under this Agreement to any third party without the express written consent of the Company.
Notices. I may provide notice to you by: (i) sending a message to the email address provided by you, or (ii) by posting to the Website. Notices sent by email will be effective at the time of sending and notices posted to the Website will be effective upon posting. You may provide notice to the Company by certified mail to Alexandra McKillop Illustration, Zenbusiness INC, 41 STATE STREET, SUITE 112 ALBANY, NY, 12207, USA Notices provided by certified mail will be effective upon actual receipt of the notice.
All legal notices including those related to intellectual property and copyright infringement claims should be sent by certified mail to the Company’s agent and mailing address located in this provision above.
All requests and other communications relating to the Website should be directed to: alexandra@alexandramckillop-illustration.com
Headings for Convenience Only. The headings in these Terms are included for convenience and reference, and are not meant to describe, define, or limit the scope or intent of any provision.
Entire Agreement + All Rights Reserved. In concluding this Agreement, you understand and acknowledge that these Terms constitute the final agreement and supersedes all others regarding the purchase, sale, and use of any Products and the use of the Website. The Company reserves any and all rights not expressly granted in these Terms.
Thank you for reading the Terms of Use in its entirety. I hope you were able to gain clarity on how to effectively use and browse my Website.
Privacy Policy
Last Updated June 2025
Welcome to Alexandra McKillop Illustration (“Company,” “I,” “me,” or “my”). We value your trust and are 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 www.alexandramckillop-illustration.com 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:
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Visit or browse my Website.
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Engage with any features such as chat, user submissions, or electronic messaging on my Website.
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Opt into email newsletters or marketing communications.
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Purchase services, digital products, courses, or join membership programs via my Website.
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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 alexandra@alexandramckillop-illustration.com.
3. Information I Collect. I collect various types of personal information from you, which may include:
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Personal Identifiers. Name, email address, phone number, billing/shipping address, etc.
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Financial Information. Payment details such as credit card or banking information.
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Geolocation Data. IP address, location data from your device.
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Demographic Information. Age, gender, occupation, etc.
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Internet and Device Activity. Browser type, operating system, browsing behavior on our Website.
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Authentication Data. Social media usernames, passwords, and account security data.
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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:
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Directly from You: When you fill out forms, subscribe to services, create an account, or make purchases on my Website.
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Third Parties:
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When you make a purchase, I collect data via third-party payment gateways (e.g., Stripe, PayPal) to process your transactions
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.Payment Processors. Such as Google Analytics, to monitor traffic and understand how users interact with my Website.
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Analytics Providers. 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.
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Social Media Platforms. I collect data through email marketing providers (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit) when you subscribe to my newsletter or download resources.
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Email Marketing Platforms. 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.
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Advertising Networks.
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Automated Data Collection:
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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.
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I may collect additional data through automated tools such as customer feedback tools, survey responses, or affiliate marketing programs.
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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 our 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:
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Understand how you interact with my Website.
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Personalize your browsing experience.
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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:
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To personalize your experience on my Website. I use your data to tailor content, product recommendations, and resources based on your preferences and browsing history.
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To process your transactions, including payments and shipping. Your financial information is used to complete purchases, manage billing, and facilitate any necessary shipping or delivery services.
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To communicate with you about your account, purchases, or customer service inquiries. I may contact you via email or other channels to provide order confirmations, receipts, or updates on product availability or service changes.
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To deliver marketing and promotional content that may interest you. I send you relevant offers, promotions, and updates about new products, services, or events that align with your interests, based on your data.
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To comply with legal obligations and protect our legal rights. I may use your data to comply with applicable laws, regulations, and respond to lawful requests, or to enforce my Terms of Use and other agreements.
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To enhance Website performance and improve products or services based on analytics. I analyze data on how users interact with my Website to make improvements and develop new features or services.
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To track progress and provide feedback for online courses or membership programs. I collect and use data related to your activity in online courses or membership areas to monitor completion rates, provide feedback, and offer personalized resources or suggestions.
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To manage and administer subscription services. If you subscribe to a membership, newsletter, or service, I use your data to manage billing cycles, renewals, and account status.
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To support customer relationship management (CRM) activities. I may use your data in our CRM system to maintain customer profiles, track interactions, and deliver personalized customer support.
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To administer surveys, quizzes, or feedback forms. Your data may be used to analyze responses from surveys or quizzes you participate in to better understand your preferences and improve my offerings.
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To manage and optimize advertising campaigns. I may use data collected from cookies and analytics tools to create more relevant ad campaigns and optimize ad targeting strategies across social media or search engines.
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To generate testimonials or case studies for marketing purposes. If you have shared positive feedback or testimonials with me, I may use that information (with your consent) to create case studies, testimonials, or other promotional materials.
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:
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Service Providers. I may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in the operation of our business, including:
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Payment Processors. Companies such as Stripe, PayPal, or other financial institutions that handle payments securely on our behalf.
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Shipping and Fulfillment If you purchase physical products, your address and contact information may be shared with third-party shipping providers like FedEx, USPS, or DHL. If you purchase digital products your name and email address may be shared with third-party digital product delivery providers.Services.
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Email Marketing and Automation Tools. Services like Mailchimp, Flodesk, Klaviyo, or ActiveCampaign to help me manage email communications, deliver newsletters, and automate responses.
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Hosting and IT Support. Web hosting services or IT vendors responsible for maintaining my Website and ensuring its security.
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Analytics Providers. Tools such as Google Analytics to help me understand Website performance and user behavior.
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Affiliates and Business Partners. I may share your personal information with our business affiliates and partners for purposes such as:
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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.
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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.
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Advertising Networks and Social Media Platforms. To enhance my marketing efforts and deliver more personalized ads, I may share non-identifiable information (e.g., device data, browsing history) with:
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Ad Networks. Like Google Ads, Facebook Ads, or other advertising networks to serve you targeted ads.
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Social Media Platforms. I may use features like Facebook or Pinterest Pixels or LinkedIn Insights to track user engagement and optimize my advertising efforts.
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Legal Authorities. I may disclose your personal information when required to do so by law, regulation, or legal process, including:
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In response to a court order, subpoena, or other governmental request.
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To protect my legal rights, privacy, safety, or property, or that of my employees, customers, or others.
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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.
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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.
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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).
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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 alexandra@alexandramckillop-illustration.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:
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Adjusting cookie preferences via your browser settings or our cookie consent tool.
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Opting out of marketing communications via the unsubscribe link in any of our emails.
Contacting me directly at alexandra@alexandramckillop-illustration.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 our 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:
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Right to Access. Request access to the personal data I hold about you.
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Right to Correction. Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
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Right to Deletion. Request the deletion of your personal data (subject to legal exceptions).
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Right to Opt-Out. Opt-out of the sale of your data or targeted advertising.
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Right to Data Portability. Request transfer of your data to another provider.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact me at alexandra@alexandramckillop-illustration.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 are not liable for any unauthorized access due to your negligence.
15. 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.
16. Contact Us. If you have any questions, concerns, or would like to exercise your privacy rights, you can reach me using the following contact methods:
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Phone: (631) 213-1458.
