Effective Date: June 6, 2026
Introduction
Douglas Woodworth Studio (Douglas Woodworth) ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website, (https://www.douglaswoodworthstudio.com).
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices available to you regarding your information.
By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Voluntarily
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
- Your name
- Email address
- Any information you submit through our contact form
- Information you provide when subscribing to our newsletter
You are not required to provide personal information to browse our website, but certain features may require it.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Date and time of visits
- Referring websites
- General geographic location based on IP address
This information helps us understand how visitors use our website and improve the user experience.
Newsletter Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will use your email address to send updates about studio news, exhibitions, new work, projects, and related announcements.
You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in our emails or by contacting us directly.
We do not sell or rent our mailing list to third parties.
Contact Forms
When you submit information through our contact form, we use the information you provide solely to respond to your inquiry or communicate with you regarding your request.
We retain communications as reasonably necessary for business and recordkeeping purposes.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyze traffic, and enhance your browsing experience.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites recognize returning visitors and remember preferences.
You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain features of the Website.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, to understand how visitors interact with our website.
Google Analytics collects information such as:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Device and browser information
- Approximate geographic location
- Referral sources
This information is aggregated and does not generally identify individual visitors.
For more information about how Google collects and processes data, please visit Google's privacy resources.
You can also opt out of Google Analytics through Google's browser add-on tools.
How We Use Information
We may use collected information to:
- Operate and maintain the Website
- Respond to inquiries and communications
- Send newsletters and updates you have requested
- Analyze Website usage and performance
- Improve content, functionality, and user experience
- Protect the security and integrity of the Website
- Comply with legal obligations
Sharing of Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information.
We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating the Website, such as website hosting providers, email newsletter platforms, and analytics providers. These providers are permitted to use information only as necessary to provide services on our behalf.
We may also disclose information when required by law or when necessary to protect our rights, property, or safety.
Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
However, no method of transmitting information over the internet or storing data electronically can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites they visit.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child under 13, we will take reasonable steps to delete such information.
Rights and Choices
Depending on applicable laws, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:
- Request access to information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information, where applicable
- Withdraw consent to marketing communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any revisions will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:
Douglas Woodworth Studio
Pennsylvania, United States
Email: studio@douglaswoodworth.com