Welcome to Saint Lavie Studios (the “Website”), operated by Saint Lavie LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the Personal Information (defined below) you may provide us through this Website. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use and share that information, your rights, and how you can contact us regarding our privacy practices.

By using https://www.saintlaviestudios.com (the “Website”), you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy and our [Terms and Conditions]. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our Website.

1. Information We Collect

1. Personal Information
   We may collect the following categories of Personal Information when you voluntarily provide it to us:
   • First and last name
   • Email address
   • Phone number
   • Social media profiles
2. Automatically Collected Information
   We also automatically collect certain information about how you access or use the Website. This may include:
   • IP address
   • Browser type and version
   • Pages you visit and the time spent on each page
   • Referring URLs
3. Cookies and Similar Technologies
   We use “cookies” and similar tracking technologies to collect information automatically. A cookie is a small data file stored on your device to help enhance your user experience. For more information, please see Section 4: Cookies & Tracking Technologies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:

1. Provide and Maintain Our Services
   • To operate and improve the Website’s functionality.
   • To allow you to create and manage accounts (if applicable).
2. Communication
   • To respond to inquiries sent via email or our Contact page.
   • To send administrative or promotional communications (in accordance with applicable laws).
3. Marketing & Advertising
   • To personalize and measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.
   • To send marketing communications through our email marketing platform (Zoho Campaigns) if you have subscribed or opted in.
   • For remarketing and targeted advertising purposes through third parties such as Google and Facebook.
4. Analytics
   • To analyze user interactions with the Website (via Google Analytics, as detailed below) and improve user experience.
5. Payments
   • To process payments through PayPal, Stripe, and/or Bank Transfers if you choose to purchase products or services (see Section 8: Payment Processing).
6. Legal Compliance
   • To comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting and using your Personal Information depends on the context in which it is collected. We normally collect or process Personal Information only where:

• We have your consent (e.g., to send you marketing emails);
• The processing is in our legitimate interests and not overridden by your rights;
• We need to perform a contract with you (e.g., for payment processing); or
• We need to comply with a legal obligation.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies (such as web beacons, tags, scripts) to:

1. Operate and Secure the Website
   • Enable core features, such as user login and session management.
   • Protect against misuse or unauthorized access.
2. Improve User Experience
   • Store user preferences (e.g., language or region).
   • Provide personalized content and remember your preferences.
3. Analytics and Performance
   • Understand how users interact with our Website.
   • Monitor website performance and improve our services (via Google Analytics).

5. Google Analytics

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. However, some parts of the Website may not function properly if you do so.

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC (“Google”). Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies to analyze how users interact with our Website. The information generated by these cookies is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States (and potentially other countries).

Google uses this information on our behalf to evaluate your use of the Website, compile reports on Website activity, and provide other services related to Website activity and internet usage.

You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on or by adjusting your advertising settings via Google Ads Settings.

For more information on Google’s privacy practices, please visit Google Privacy & Terms.

6. Facebook Pixel

We use the Facebook Pixel to analyze user activity and measure the effectiveness of our advertising. Facebook Pixel tracks conversions, helps us optimize ads, and builds targeted audiences for future ads. This enables us to show you ads based on your previous visits to our Website. Facebook may also use this information for its own advertising purposes, in accordance with its own Data Policy.

You can manage your Facebook ad settings here: Facebook Ad Preferences.

7. Email Marketing (Zoho Campaigns)

We use Zoho Campaigns as our email marketing service provider. When you sign up for our newsletter or opt in to receive promotional materials, your information (such as email address, name, etc.) is stored securely on Zoho’s servers.

• We will only send you marketing emails if you have explicitly consented to receive them or if we have another lawful basis for doing so.
• You can unsubscribe from our mailing list at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of each email or by contacting us at info@saintlavie.co.

For more information on Zoho’s data privacy practices, please visit the Zoho Privacy Policy.

8. Payment Processing

We offer multiple payment methods, including PayPal, Stripe, and Bank Transfer. When you make a purchase through our Website, your payment details are handled as follows:

1. PayPal: You will be redirected to PayPal’s platform to complete your transaction. PayPal collects and stores your payment information on its own servers. We do not store your financial details on our servers. For more information, please see PayPal’s Privacy Policy.
2. Stripe: We also use Stripe as a payment processor. Stripe may collect and process certain financial information necessary to complete the transaction. We do not store your full financial details. For more information, please see Stripe’s Privacy Policy.
3. Bank Transfer: If you choose to pay via Bank Transfer, we will provide our bank account details to facilitate the transaction. Please note that while we do not store your bank account details, we may retain records of the payment for bookkeeping, invoicing, and compliance purposes. Always ensure you are using a secure and trusted banking channel.

9. Remarketing & Behavioral Targeting

We partner with third-party vendors (such as Google Ads and Facebook) to remarket our services and products to you after you visit our Website. These third-party vendors use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your past visits. The use of these technologies by third parties is subject to their own privacy policies and not this one.

• Google Ads: You can opt out of Google’s use of cookies by visiting Google’s Ads Settings.
• Facebook Ads: You can set your Facebook ad preferences here: Facebook Ad Preferences.

10. Disclosure of Your Information

We may share your Personal Information with:

1. Service Providers
   • Third-party vendors who assist us with the functionality of the Website (e.g., hosting providers, analytics, email marketing).
2. Business Transfers
   • In connection with a merger, sale, or acquisition involving all or part of our business.
3. Legal Requirements
   • If required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
4. Consent
   • We may disclose your information to third parties when we have your explicit consent to do so.

11. Your Rights (GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, & CalOPPA)

We do not sell your Personal Information to third parties for monetary compensation.

GDPR (EU/EEA Residents)

• Right of Access: You can request access to the Personal Information we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete Personal Information.
• Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): You can request that we delete your Personal Information under certain circumstances.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You can ask us to temporarily or permanently stop processing your Personal Information.
• Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your Personal Information in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your Personal Information in certain cases.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: If we rely on your consent to process your Personal Information, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.

CCPA/CPRA (California Residents)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@saintlavie.co.

• Right to Know: You can request information about the categories and specific pieces of Personal Information we have collected about you.
• Right to Delete: You can request that we delete the Personal Information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions.
• Right to Correct: You can request that we correct inaccurate Personal Information.
• Right to Opt Out of “Sale” or “Sharing”: We do not sell your Personal Information for monetary compensation. However, if we engage in any activity that might be considered “sharing” under CCPA/CPRA, you can opt out.
• Right to Non-Discrimination: You will not receive any discriminatory treatment for exercising any of your rights.

To exercise these rights, or if you have questions, please contact us at info@saintlavie.co or visit our Contact page.

CalOPPA (California Online Privacy Protection Act)

• Do Not Track (“DNT”) Signals: Our Website does not currently respond to DNT browser signals. You can learn more about DNT signals here:
  ‍All About DNT.

12. Data Retention

We retain your Personal Information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to meet any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. When we no longer need your Personal Information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

13. Security Measures

We employ various security measures to protect your Personal Information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Despite these measures, no data transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. You use our Website and services at your own risk.

14. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13 (or equivalent minimum age in other jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect Personal Information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with Personal Information, please contact us at info@saintlavie.co and we will delete such information.

15. Links to Third-Party Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. If you click a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party’s site. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

16. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update or modify this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. If the changes significantly affect your rights or obligations, we will take additional measures to notify you (such as sending a notification by email or posting a prominent notice on our Website). We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

17. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about this Privacy Policy, or if you would like to exercise any of your rights, please contact us at:

• Email: info@saintlavie.co
• Address: Saint Lavie LLC, Bowie MD, 20716, USA
• Or visit our Contact page

We will respond to your inquiries as soon as reasonably possible.