Privacy Policy

1. Introduction and Data Controllers

Artful Christmas ("Affiliate," "we," "us," "our," or "affiliate site") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains our privacy practices and how we handle information collected through our website https://artfulchristmas.com.

IMPORTANT: This website is an affiliate of ClickBank. ClickBank (Click Sales Inc.) is the merchant of record and the primary data controller for any personal information you provide, especially when making purchases or providing payment information. When you complete a transaction, you are providing information directly to ClickBank, not to Artful Christmas. ClickBank's privacy policy can be found at https://www.clickbank.com/privacy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information about you in various ways, including:

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Contact Information: When you contact us, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and message content;
• Email Subscriptions: If you subscribe to our mailing list, we collect your email address;
• User-Generated Content: Any comments, reviews, or other content you submit to the Website;
• Payment Information: Any payment information is processed through ClickBank and not stored on our servers.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: Hardware model, operating system, unique device identifiers, mobile network information;
• Browser Information: Browser type, version, and language settings;
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, and search queries;
• IP Address: Your Internet Protocol address for system administration and security purposes;
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience.

2.3 Third-Party Data

We may receive information about you from third parties, including ClickBank and advertising partners, in accordance with applicable law.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support;
• To send periodic emails regarding updates and affiliate products;
• To personalize your experience and deliver content tailored to your interests;
• To conduct analytics and understand how you use the Website;
• To monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities for security purposes;
• To prevent fraudulent transactions and other illegal activities;
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our agreements;
• To facilitate your transactions with ClickBank and our affiliate partners.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: Where you have provided explicit consent for specific processing activities;
• Legitimate Interests: Where processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, including security, analytics, and service improvement;
• Legal Obligation: Where required by applicable law;
• Performance of Contract: Where necessary to complete transactions through ClickBank;
• Public Interest: Where processing is in the public interest.

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

5.1 With Service Providers

We may share information with service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:

• ClickBank (for processing affiliate sales and customer data);
• Website hosting and maintenance providers;
• Analytics services;
• Email service providers;
• Advertising partners.

5.2 For Legal Reasons

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

• Legal process, including subpoenas, court orders, or government requests;
• Protection of our rights, privacy, safety, or property;
• Prevention of fraud or other illegal activities;
• Enforcement of our Terms of Service or other agreements.

5.3 ClickBank Information Handling

Any information you provide to ClickBank for payment processing is handled according to ClickBank's privacy policy and is not subject to this policy. ClickBank is the data controller for such information.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right of Access: You have the right to access the personal data we hold about you;
• Right to Correction: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data;
• Right to Erasure: You may request deletion of your personal data;
• Right to Restrict Processing: You may request restriction of how we process your data;
• Right to Data Portability: You may request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used format;
• Right to Object: You may object to certain processing activities;
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.

7. Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Secure SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission;
• Secure password protection for user accounts;
• Regular security audits and assessments;
• Restricted access to personal data by authorized personnel only;
• Compliance with industry-standard security practices.

For payment security, ClickBank maintains PCI-DSS compliance and industry-leading security standards.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. You may control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain Website features.

9. Third-Party Links and ClickBank

The Website contains links to ClickBank and other third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. When you click on a product link, you will be directed to ClickBank's site, where ClickBank's privacy policy and terms apply. We encourage you to review ClickBank's privacy policy before providing your information.

10. Children's Privacy

The Website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete such information immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including to ClickBank's servers in the United States, which may have data protection laws different from your home country. By using the Website, you consent to such transfers.

12. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, or as otherwise permitted by law. ClickBank retains customer data according to its own retention policies, which can be found in their privacy policy.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on the Website with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

14. GDPR Compliance

For users in the European Union and other GDPR-regulated jurisdictions, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requirements. ClickBank also maintains GDPR compliance. For more information about GDPR rights and compliance, visit https://gdpr-info.eu/.

15. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). For information about these rights and how to exercise them, please contact us at the address below. ClickBank also complies with CCPA requirements for transaction data.

16. Right to Lodge a Complaint

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the appropriate data protection authority in your jurisdiction.