Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 12/24/2024
Longhi Academy of Visual Arts LLC (LAVA) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us. By using our website, you consent to the practices outlined in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide to Us
We collect information you provide directly to us, such as:
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When You Register: Name, email address, password, and other details needed to create an account.
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When You Purchase Services: Billing information, including your address and payment details.
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When You Contact Us: Any personal information you share when submitting inquiries or feedback.
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you access our website, certain information is automatically collected:
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IP address, browser type, operating system, and device type.
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Pages viewed, time spent on the website, and navigation paths.
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Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookies below).
1.3 Information From Third Parties
We may receive information from:
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Payment providers like Wix Payments when you complete transactions.
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Social media platforms when you interact with our pages or ads.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
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Provide and deliver our services, including processing payments and completing transactions.
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Communicate with you about your account, purchases, and updates.
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Improve our website, products, and services through analytics and feedback.
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Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:
3.1 Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party providers to perform business functions, including:
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Wix for website hosting and payment processing.
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Analytics tools to monitor website performance.
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Email marketing platforms to communicate with you.
3.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required to do so by law or to protect our rights.
3.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred to the new entity.
4. Data Retention
We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal obligations. You may request the deletion of your data at any time (see Your Privacy Rights below).
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that allow us to:
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Recognize your preferences and personalize your experience.
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Analyze usage patterns to improve our website.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect certain features of our website.
6. Your Privacy Rights
6.1 Access and Correction
You can access and correct your personal information by logging into your account or contacting us directly.
6.2 Opt-Out
You may opt out of receiving promotional emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in our emails.
6.3 Data Deletion
You may request that we delete your personal information by contacting us. Certain data may need to be retained for legal or administrative purposes.
6.4 California Residents
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to:
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Know what personal data we collect.
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Request deletion of your data.
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Opt out of the sale of personal data (we do not sell personal data).
To exercise your CCPA rights, contact us at legal@longhiacademy.com
7. Security of Your Information
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These measures include:
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Encryption of payment details during transmission via Wix Payments.
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Secure servers and access controls.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent. If we learn that a child under 13 has provided personal information, we will delete it promptly.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
10. International Users
If you access our website from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using our website, you consent to this transfer.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page with the updated "Last Updated" date.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Longhi Academy of Visual Arts LLC (LAVA)
Email: legal@longhiacademy.com