Thank you for visiting The Alternative Art School. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding information collected through our website at thealternativeartschool.com.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
Register for a course, workshop, or program
Create an account on our website
Contact us through our contact forms or email
Subscribe to our newsletter or mailing list
Make a purchase or complete a transaction
Submit artwork, portfolios, or creative work
This information may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, payment details, and any other information you choose to provide.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including:
IP address and general location data
Browser type and version
Pages visited and time spent on each page
Referring website or source
Device type and operating system
Cookies and similar tracking technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To process enrollments, registrations, and purchases
To communicate with you about courses, events, and updates
To send newsletters and promotional materials (with your consent)
To improve our website, courses, and overall user experience
To respond to your questions, comments, or requests
To fulfill legal and regulatory obligations
To prevent fraud and ensure the security of our platform
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:
Remember your preferences and settings
Understand how visitors use our site
Improve website performance and functionality
Provide relevant content and advertising
You can control cookie settings through your browser. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:
Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website and delivering services, such as payment processors, email platforms, and course management tools. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for specified purposes.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental authority, or if we believe such disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, safety, or property of our school, students, or the public.
Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change and your options.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include secure connections (HTTPS), access controls, and regular security reviews.
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, maintain your account, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
Access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
Correction — request that we update or correct inaccurate information
Deletion — request that we delete your personal data, subject to certain exceptions
Opt-Out — unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the link in our emails
Data Portability — request your data in a portable format
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.
8. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to remove it.
For students between the ages of 13 and 17, we recommend that a parent or guardian review this policy and supervise their use of our website and enrollment in our programs.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, or embedded content. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to request deletion, and the right to opt out of the sale of your personal information. We do not sell personal information. To exercise your California rights, please contact us at the email below.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you by email or through a prominent notice on our website.
Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
The Alternative Art School
Website: thealternativeartschool.com
Email: admin@thealternativeartschool.net
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