Privacy policy

PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated: May 7, 2026

Stories From My Studio operates this store and website, including all related information, content, features, tools, products, and services, in order to provide you, the explorer, with a curated shopping experience (the "Services"). Stories From My Studio is powered by Shopify, which enables us to provide the Services to you. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and disclose your personal information when you visit, use, or make a purchase or other transaction using the Services or otherwise communicate with us.

Personal Information We Collect or Process

We collect information that identifies or can reasonably be linked to you. We may collect or process the following categories of personal information:

  • Contact details: Name, address, billing address, shipping address, phone number, and email address.

  • Financial information: Payment card information and transaction details (processed securely via Shopify).

  • Account information: Username, password, security questions, and preferences.

  • Transaction information: Items viewed, cart activity, wishlists, and past purchase history.

  • Communications: Information included in your messages to the studio (e.g., support inquiries).

  • Device & Usage info: IP address, browser type, and how you interact with the "Discovery Vault" or shop.

Personal Information Sources

We collect information directly from you (when you sign up for the Studio List or buy a kit), automatically through cookies and Shopify analytics, and from our service providers (like Printify for art fulfillments).

How We Use Your Personal Information

  • Providing & Improving Services: Fulfilling your monthly "Expedition Post" kits, managing your subscription, and granting access to the Discovery Vault.

  • Marketing: Sending you "Field Updates" and promotional news about new sticker drops or themes (you can opt out at any time).

  • Security: Authenticating your account and protecting our original art and digital content from unauthorized access.

  • Legal Reasons: Complying with tax laws and responding to valid legal processes.

How We Disclose Personal Information

We may share your information with third parties for legitimate business purposes:

  • Shopify & Vendors: For payment processing, IT management, and shipping.

  • Fulfillment Partners: We share shipping details with partners like Printify to ensure your larger art prints and studio treasures reach you.

  • Legal Obligations: In connection with business transactions or to protect the rights of our studio and users.

Relationship with Shopify

Our Services are hosted by Shopify. Shopify processes your personal information to provide and improve their hosting services. You can learn more by visiting the Shopify Consumer Privacy Policy.

Children's Data

Our Services provide nature-inspired educational kits for families. However, the Services are intended to be accessed by parents or guardians. we do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of majority. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us for immediate deletion.

Security and Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to maintain your account, provide you with kit dispatches, or comply with Maryland tax and legal requirements. While we use standard security measures, no digital transmission is 100% secure.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, delete, or correct the personal information we hold about you. You can manage your communication preferences (unsubscribing from emails) via the links in our dispatches.

International Transfers

Personal information may be processed outside of your home country. For transfers out of the EEA or UK, we rely on recognized transfer mechanisms like Standard Contractual Clauses.

Contact Information

Should you have any questions about our privacy practices or this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: storiesfrommystudio@gmail.com

Data Controller: Stories From My Studio