Lisa Hammond Pyrography

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 21, 2026

Last Updated: June 21, 2026

Applies To: www.lisahammondpyrography.com and all associated pages

About This Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Lisa Hammond, doing business as www.lisahammondpyrography.com, collects, uses, and protects your

personal information when you visit this website. Please read it carefully. By using this website, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Introduction

Welcome to Lisa Hammond Art. This website is owned and operated by Lisa

Hammond, an independent artist based in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, specializing in pyrography (wood burning) and mixed-media art.

This Privacy Policy governs your use of the Lisa Hammond Art website located at [www.lisahammondpyrography.com] (the "Website") and describes how personal information is collected, used, and safeguarded. It applies to all visitors, customers, commission clients, and newsletter subscribers who interact with the Website.

By accessing or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of the Website.

Lisa Hammond Art is a small, independently operated art business. This policy is written in plain English to be clear and accessible to everyday readers while still meeting applicable legal standards.

2. Information We Collect

Lisa Hammond Art collects only the information necessary to provide services, respond to inquiries, and improve the Website experience. Information is collected in two primary ways: information you provide voluntarily, and information collected automatically.

2.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily

When you contact us, submit a commission inquiry, make a purchase, or sign up for the newsletter, you may provide:

● Name — first and last name, used to address correspondence and label orders

● Email address — primary method of communication for inquiries, orders, and newsletters

● Mailing address — collected only when required for shipping artwork or fulfilling commission orders

● Phone number — optional; may be requested for complex commission coordination

● Message content — any text submitted through contact forms, commission inquiry forms, or similar fields

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Website, certain technical information is collected automatically through cookies and analytics tools:

● IP address and approximate geographic location (city/region level)

● Browser type and version

● Device type (desktop, tablet, mobile)

● Pages visited and time spent on each page

● Referring URL (the page or site that directed you here)

● Date and time of visit

This information is collected in aggregate and is not used to identify you personally.

2.3 Information from Forms

The Website may include the following forms through which personal data is submitted:

● Contact Form — for general inquiries and questions

● Commission Inquiry Form — for requesting custom artwork

(pyrography, mixed-media)

● Newsletter Sign-Up — to subscribe to art updates and announcements

2.4 Payment Information

Important — Payment Data

Lisa Hammond Art does not collect, store, or process payment card information directly. All payment transactions are handled securely by trusted third-party payment processors (such as PayPal, Stripe, or Square). Your financial details are entered and managed entirely within those platforms, which maintain their own security standards and privacy practices. Please review the privacy policy of any payment processor you use.

3. How We Use Your Information

Information collected is used solely for legitimate business purposes related to operating the Website and providing art services. Specifically, your information may be used to:

● Respond to inquiries, questions, and commission requests in a timely manner

● Process and fulfill artwork orders, including shipping and delivery coordination

● Send newsletters and art-related updates — only to subscribers who have opted in

● Improve Website content, layout, and overall user experience based on visitor behavior data

● Analyze site traffic and understand how visitors interact with the Website

● Send transactional communications, including order confirmations, payment receipts, and shipping notifications

● Comply with applicable legal and regulatory obligations

● Protect the security and integrity of the Website and its users

Your information will not be used for purposes beyond those described in this policy without your prior consent.

4. Email & Newsletter Communications

Lisa Hammond Art occasionally sends email communications to share news, artwork updates, and events. The following principles govern all email correspondence:

4.1 Opt-In Only

Newsletter subscriptions are strictly opt-in. You will only receive marketing or newsletter emails if you have actively and voluntarily signed up through the Website's subscription form. Submitting a contact or commission inquiry form does not automatically add you to the mailing list.

4.2 What Subscribers May Receive

● Announcements of new artwork, prints, and available originals

● Information about upcoming art shows, gallery events, and exhibitions

● Behind-the-scenes content — glimpses into the pyrography and mixedmedia creative process

● Special promotions, seasonal sales, or limited-edition releases

● Occasional personal updates from Lisa about her work and artistic journey

4.3 Unsubscribing

Every newsletter or marketing email will include a clear and easy-to-use unsubscribe link at the bottom. You may opt out at any time. Requests to unsubscribe will be processed promptly, and you will not receive further marketing emails after removal.

4.4 Email Platform

The email subscriber list is managed through a third-party email service provider — [Gmail]. Your email address and subscription preferences are stored on that platform's servers and governed by their privacy policy.

Please review their practices at your discretion.

4.5 Data Not Sold for Marketing

Your email address and personal information will not be sold, rented, or shared with unaffiliated third parties for their own marketing purposes.

Period.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

5.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences, understand how you navigate the site, and improve functionality over repeat visits. Cookies do not contain viruses and cannot access other files on your device.

5.2 Types of Cookies Used

Cookie Type

Purpose

Required?

Essential / Functional

Necessary for the Website to operate properly (e.g., form

submissions, session management)

Yes

Analytics

Used to track aggregate visitor data (pages visited, session duration, traffic sources) to improve the Website

No — optional

5.3 Analytics Cookies

This Website may use Google Analytics or a similar analytics tool to better understand how visitors use the site. Where possible, IP addresses are anonymized and data is collected only in aggregate form. No analytics cookie is used to identify you personally.

5.4 Managing Cookies

You can manage, restrict, or disable cookies at any time through your browser's settings. Most browsers allow you to:

● View which cookies are stored on your device

● Delete existing cookies

● Block cookies from specific websites or all websites

● Set preferences for certain types of cookies (e.g., block third-party cookies only)

Please note that disabling cookies — particularly essential cookies — may affect the functionality of certain features on this Website, such as contact forms or shopping cart functions.

6. Analytics

This Website uses Google Analytics (or a similar analytics service) to gather anonymous, aggregate data about how visitors interact with the site. This data helps Lisa Hammond Art understand what content is most valuable and how to improve the overall experience.

6.1 What Analytics Data Is Collected

● Pages viewed and most popular content

● Session duration and bounce rate

● Traffic sources (e.g., search engines, direct visits, social media referrals)

● Broad geographic region (country or city level — not street-level)

● Device type and browser used

This data does not include your name, email address, or any other personally identifying detail.

6.2 How Analytics Data Is Used

Analytics data is used solely to improve the Website — for example, to identify which artwork pages receive the most interest, understand how visitors navigate the site, and determine where improvements can be made. It is not used for advertising targeting or shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

6.3 Analytics Provider Privacy Policy

For more information on how your data is handled by the analytics provider, please review their privacy policy at: [google.com].

7. Third-Party Services

To operate this Website and deliver services, Lisa Hammond Art works with a small number of trusted third-party service providers. Each provider is used only for the specific purpose listed below.

Service Provider

Role & Purpose

PayPal / Stripe / Square

Payment processors — handle all financial transactions securely. Lisa Hammond Art does not store payment card data.

Mailchimp (or similar)

Email marketing platform — manages the newsletter subscriber list and sends email communications.

Google Analytics (or similar)

Analytics provider — tracks aggregate, anonymized Website traffic data to improve the visitor experience.

Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest

Social media platforms — the Website may link to Lisa Hammond Art's social media profiles. These platforms are governed entirely by their own privacy policies.

Website Hosting Provider

Hosts the Website's files and infrastructure. May collect server log data (IP addresses, access times) as a standard technical function.

Third-Party Responsibility

Lisa Hammond Art is not responsible for the privacy practices, terms, or data handling of any third-party service listed above. Once you leave this Website or interact with a third-party platform, their own privacy policies apply. You are encouraged to review the privacy policy of any third-party service you use.

8. Data Protection & Security

Lisa Hammond Art takes the protection of your personal information seriously and implements reasonable measures to safeguard data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

8.1 Security Measures in Place

● HTTPS Encryption — the Website uses HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure) to encrypt data transmitted between your browser and this Website

● Data Minimization — only the data necessary to fulfill the stated purpose is collected; no excessive data gathering

● Limited Access — personal data is accessible only on a need-to-know basis

● Reputable Third-Party Platforms — payment and email services used are established providers with their own robust security standards

8.2 Limitations

While reasonable and appropriate measures are taken to protect your personal information, no method of electronic transmission or internetbased storage is 100% secure. By submitting personal information through this Website, you acknowledge that you do so at your own risk, and that Lisa Hammond Art cannot guarantee absolute security.

8.3 Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected — for example, to complete a commission, fulfill an order, or maintain an active newsletter subscription. When data is no longer needed for these purposes, it is deleted or anonymized in a reasonable timeframe.

9. Your Rights

You have rights with respect to the personal information Lisa Hammond Art holds about you. Lisa Hammond Art is committed to honoring these rights promptly and transparently.

9.1 General Rights

● Right to Access — you may request a copy of the personal data held about you

● Right to Correction — you may request that inaccurate or incomplete data be corrected

● Right to Deletion — you may request that your personal data be deleted ("right to be forgotten"), subject to any legal obligations to retain it

● Right to Opt Out — you may opt out of marketing communications at any time, either via the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us directly

● Right to Withdraw Consent — where processing is based on your consent, you may withdraw that consent at any time without affecting prior lawful processing

9.2 California Residents — CCPA Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

● Right to Know — the right to request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information collected about you

● Right to Delete — the right to request deletion of personal information collected from you, subject to certain exceptions

● Right to Opt Out of Sale — the right to opt out of the sale of your personal information. Please note: Lisa Hammond Art does not sell personal information to any third party, and has no plans to do so.

● Right to Non-Discrimination — you will not be discriminated against for exercising any of your CCPA rights

9.3 How to Exercise Your Rights

To submit a request regarding any of the rights described above, please contact Lisa Hammond directly by email at [email protected]. Please include your name, the nature of your request, and any relevant details. All requests will receive a response within 30 days. In some cases, identity verification may be required before fulfilling a request.

10. Children's Privacy

This Website is intended for a general adult audience and is not directed at or designed for children under the age of 13.

● Lisa Hammond Art does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13

● No part of this Website is designed to attract or solicit information from minors

● If it is discovered that personal information has been inadvertently collected from a child under 13, that information will be deleted promptly

If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has submitted personal information through this Website, please contact us immediately at [email protected] so that appropriate action can be taken.

11. Links to Other Websites

This Website may contain links to external websites, including social media profiles, art galleries, event pages, and other resources that may be of interest to visitors.

● These external links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only

● Lisa Hammond Art has no control over the content, privacy practices, or data handling of third-party websites

● Clicking a link to an external website means you are leaving the Lisa Hammond Art Website and are subject to that site's own privacy policy and terms

You are encouraged to review the privacy policy of any external website you visit. Lisa Hammond Art accepts no responsibility or liability for the privacy practices of linked third-party sites.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Lisa Hammond Art reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in business practices, Website features, applicable law, or regulatory requirements.

● Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last

Updated" date at the top of the document

● Continued use of the Website after any changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy

● For significant changes that materially affect how your personal information is used, we may notify active newsletter subscribers via email

● We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed of any updates

If you have questions about any changes to this policy, please reach out using the contact information below.

13. Contact Information

For any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact Lisa Hammond directly:

Name: Lisa Hammond

Business: Lisa Hammond Art

Location: Fort Walton Beach, Florida, United States

Email: [lisahammondpyrography@gmail.com]

Website: [www.lisahammondpyrography.com]

Lisa Hammond Art is committed to resolving any privacy-related concerns in a timely, transparent, and respectful manner. Whether you have a question about what data is collected, want to request deletion of your information, or simply want to understand your rights better, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Legal Disclaimer

This privacy policy was prepared for informational purposes by Lisa Hammond Art, a small independent art business, and reflects a goodfaith effort to communicate data practices clearly and accurately. It is not a substitute for professional legal counsel. For specific legal advice regarding privacy law compliance, data protection obligations, or your rights as a consumer, please consult a qualified attorney licensed in your jurisdiction.

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