Last updated: July 29, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Steve McAllister Art ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your personal information when you visit or use our website at stevemcallister.art (the "Site") or communicate with us regarding the Site (collectively, the "Services"). For purposes of this Privacy Policy, "you" and "your" refer to you as a user of the Services, whether you are a website visitor, customer, or another individual whose information we collect.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our Services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy, in accordance with applicable Canadian laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will post the revised Privacy Policy on the Site and update the "Last updated" date. If changes are significant, we will take reasonable steps to notify you, such as by posting a notice on the Site. Your continued use of the Services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

How We Collect and Use Your Personal Information

We collect personal information to provide and improve our Services, communicate with you, fulfill orders (if applicable), comply with legal obligations, and protect our Site and users. The types of information we collect depend on how you interact with our Services.

What Personal Information We Collect

We collect personal information directly from you, automatically through your use of the Site, and, in some cases, from third parties. "Personal information" refers to information that identifies, relates to, describes, or can be associated with you.

Information You Provide Directly

Information you submit through our Services may include:

• Contact details: Name, email address, phone number, and address (e.g., when submitting a contact form or making a purchase).
• Order information (if applicable): Name, billing address, shipping address, payment confirmation, email address, and phone number.
• Account information (if applicable): Username, password, and security questions for account access.
• Customer support information: Information you include in communications, such as messages sent through the contact form or emails.

You may choose not to provide certain information, but this may limit your ability to use some features, such as submitting inquiries or making purchases.

Information We Collect Automatically

We automatically collect certain information about your interaction with the Site ("Usage Data") using technologies like cookies and similar tools. Cookies are small text files stored on your device to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content. Usage Data may include:

• Device and browser information: Device type, operating system, browser type, and settings.
• Network information: IP address, internet service provider, and connection details.
• Interaction data: Pages viewed, time spent on the Site, links clicked, and other browsing behavior.

We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for Site functionality (e.g., navigation, session management). These do not require consent.
• Analytics Cookies: Track Site usage (e.g., Google Analytics) to improve our Services. Consent is required and can be managed via our cookie consent popup.
• Marketing Cookies (if applicable): Enable personalized ads. Consent is required and can be managed via our cookie consent popup.

You will be prompted to accept or reject non-essential cookies on your first visit via a popup. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or by revisiting our cookie settings link. Disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. For more details, contact us at contact@stevemcallister.art.

Information from Third Parties

We may receive personal information from third parties who provide services on our behalf, such as:

• Payment processors: Collect payment details (e.g., credit card information, billing address) to process orders.
• Analytics providers: Provide data on Site usage to help us understand user behavior.
• Hosting and IT providers: Support Site operations and data storage.

Third-party information is handled in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

How We Use Your Personal Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes, as permitted by PIPEDA:

• Providing Services: To process inquiries, fulfill orders, manage accounts, arrange shipping, and handle returns or exchanges, as necessary to perform our contract with you.
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries, provide customer support, and send transactional notifications (e.g., order confirmations).
• Marketing: To send promotional emails or newsletters about our artwork or Services, where you have consented. You may opt out at any time using the unsubscribe link in our emails.
• Site Improvement: To analyze Usage Data to enhance Site functionality, user experience, and content.
• Security: To detect and prevent fraud, unauthorized access, or other malicious activity.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, respond to legal requests (e.g., subpoenas), and enforce our Terms of Use.

How We Disclose Personal Information

We may disclose your personal information in the following circumstances, as permitted by PIPEDA:

• Service Providers: To third parties performing services on our behalf, such as payment processing, hosting, analytics, or customer support.
• Business Partners: To partners for marketing or advertising, with your consent or where permitted by law.
• Legal Obligations: To comply with legal requirements, respond to court orders, or protect our rights, users, or others.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or bankruptcy, where personal information may be transferred as a business asset.
• With Your Consent: When you direct us to share your information, such as for shipping or third-party integrations.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

Third-Party Websites and Links

Our Site may include links to third-party websites (e.g., social media platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

Children’s Data

Our Services are not intended for children under 19. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us to request deletion.

Security and Retention

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information. However, no security system is impenetrable, and data may not be secure during transmission. We recommend avoiding insecure channels for sensitive information.

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, or enforce agreements, after which we securely delete or anonymize it.

Your Rights Under PIPEDA

As a Canadian resident, you have the following rights regarding your personal information under PIPEDA:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you and details on how it is used or disclosed.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
• Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent for the collection, use, or disclosure of your personal information, where applicable, though this may limit your ability to use certain Services.
• Complaint: File a complaint with us or the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below. We may require identity verification to process your request. We will respond within 30 days, as required by PIPEDA.

International Users

If you access our Site from outside Canada, your personal information may be transferred to and processed in Canada or other countries where our service providers operate. We ensure such transfers comply with PIPEDA and applicable international data protection standards, using safeguards like contractual agreements where required.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact us at:

Email: contact@stevemcallister.art

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada at www.priv.gc.ca.