Privacy Policy
Magpie Art Studio – Mike Hooton
SECTION 1 – WHAT DO I DO WITH YOUR INFORMATION?
When you purchase something from my store, I collect personal information such as your name, address, and email address as part of the buying and selling process.
When you browse the site, your computer’s IP address is also automatically received to help me understand your browser and operating system, and to improve the online experience.
If you’ve given permission, I may also email you about new work, updates, exhibitions, or studio news.
SECTION 2 – CONSENT
How do you give consent?
By providing your personal information to place an order, arrange delivery, or return a purchase, you imply consent for that specific use.
If I ask for your information for a secondary reason (like newsletters or marketing), I’ll either ask you directly for your express consent or give you a clear opportunity to decline.
How do you withdraw consent?
If you change your mind, you can withdraw consent for me to contact you or use your information at any time by emailing me at:
admin@magpieartstudio.co.nz
or writing to:
Magpie Art Studio
264B Pahi Rd, RD1, Paparoa, Northland 0571, New Zealand
SECTION 3 – DISCLOSURE
I may disclose your personal information only if required by law or if you violate my Terms of Service.
SECTION 4 – PAYMENT
Payment information is handled securely through third-party payment gateways. Your credit card details are encrypted using industry standards (PCI-DSS) and stored only as long as needed to complete the transaction. After your purchase is complete, that information is deleted.
All direct payment providers I use follow the PCI-DSS standards set by major credit card brands like Visa and MasterCard, helping ensure your data is handled securely.
SECTION 5 – THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
Third-party providers (such as payment processors or shipping services) will only collect, use, and disclose your information to the extent necessary to perform their services.
Please check their individual privacy policies if you’d like to understand how your data is managed on their end.
Some of these services may be located outside of New Zealand, so your information may be subject to other laws depending on where their servers are based.
Once you leave my website or are redirected to a third-party platform, this privacy policy no longer applies.
Links:
Links on my site may take you elsewhere. I encourage you to read other websites’ privacy policies if you’re concerned about how your information is handled.
SECTION 6 – SECURITY
I take reasonable steps to protect your personal information. Any sensitive data, like credit card information, is encrypted using SSL (secure socket layer technology) and stored with AES-256 encryption. While no method of internet transmission is 100% secure, I follow industry best practices and PCI-DSS standards.
SECTION 7 – COOKIES
My website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience. These help the site remember who you are, what’s in your cart, and where you’re browsing from. You can always choose to disable cookies through your browser settings.
SECTION 8 – AGE OF CONSENT
By using this site, you confirm that you are at least the age of majority in your place of residence, or that you are the age of majority and have given consent for any minor dependents to use this site.
SECTION 9 – CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
This policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and updates will take effect immediately.
If Magpie Art Studio ever merges with another business or changes ownership, your information may be transferred to the new owner so the service can continue.
QUESTIONS & CONTACT
If you want to access, correct, or delete any personal information I have about you, or simply have a question, please contact:
Mike Hooton
admin@magpieartstudio.nz
Magpie Art Studio
264B Pahi Rd, RD1, Paparoa, Northland 0571, New Zealand