Privacy Policy
VNDTA STUDIOS
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 1, 2026
VNDTA Art Studios ("VNDTA," "we," "us," or "our") operates the website www.vndta.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our Site, make a purchase, or interact with us in any way. By using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, as well as data collected automatically when you use our Site.
1.1 Information You Provide
- Name, email address, phone number, billing and shipping address, and payment information when you place an order
- Email address when you subscribe to our newsletter or promotional emails
- Any messages, feedback, or other content you send us through contact forms or email
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Device information such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
- Usage data including pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, and referring URLs
- Cookie and tracking data (see Section 5 below)
- Transaction data including purchase history and order details
1.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from third-party services such as our payment processors (e.g., Shopify Payments, PayPal, Shop Pay) and shipping partners, consistent with their own privacy policies.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To process and fulfill your orders, including sending confirmations, invoices, and shipping updates
- To communicate with you about your account, purchases, or customer service inquiries
- To send marketing emails, promotional offers, and new product announcements (only where you have opted in or as permitted by law)
- To improve and personalize your experience on our Site
- To analyze usage trends and monitor Site performance
- To detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent transactions and other illegal activities
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with trusted third parties only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We share data with companies that help us operate our business, including Shopify (e-commerce platform), shipping carriers (e.g., USPS, UPS, FedEx), payment processors, and email marketing platforms. These parties are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the services they provide to us.
- Payment & Shipping Processors: We share data necessary to complete your order with payment processors and shipping carriers. These parties are contractually obligated to protect your data.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental authority, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of VNDTA, our customers, or others.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Order records are typically retained for a minimum of 7 years for tax and accounting purposes. You may request deletion of your personal data at any time (see Section 7).
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze Site traffic.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for the Site to function properly, including cart functionality and secure checkout.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Site so we can improve it.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect Site functionality such as the shopping cart.
6. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
California Residents (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, or sell about you
- Request deletion of your personal information (subject to certain exceptions)
- Opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal information)
- Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
To submit a request, contact us at the information in Section 9. We will respond within 45 days.
European Residents (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have the right to access, correct, or erase your personal data; restrict or object to processing; and data portability. Our lawful basis for processing your data is typically contract performance (order fulfillment), legitimate interests (fraud prevention, marketing), or your consent (newsletter subscriptions). To exercise your rights, contact us at the information in Section 9.
7. Opting Out of Marketing
You can unsubscribe from our marketing emails at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any email we send, or by contacting us directly. Even if you opt out of marketing communications, we may still send you transactional emails related to your orders and account.
8. Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our Site uses SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties and encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
10. Children's Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete that information.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. When we do, we will revise the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:
VNDTA Studios
Website: www.vndta.com
Email: VNDTA.STAFF@gmail.com
Mailing Address:
VNDTA STUDIOS
1620 W 1st Street
PO Box 3481
Santa Ana, CA 92703