Michellar (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through this website (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and the choices you have regarding your data when you visit or interact with michellar.com.
By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms outlined here, please discontinue use of the Site.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our website:
Personal Information You Provide Directly: This includes information such as your name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter, submit a message through the Contact page, leave a comment on the Blog, or make a purchase through the Shop. If you make a purchase, we may also collect billing details, shipping address, and payment information, which is processed securely through third-party payment providers.
Automatically Collected Information: When you browse the Site, certain information may be automatically collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies, including your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, time spent on the Site, and referring website.
Information from Third-Party Platforms: If you interact with embedded content such as Spotify players or YouTube videos, or click through to our social media profiles, those platforms may independently collect data according to their own privacy policies.
3. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used for the following purposes: to send newsletter updates about new music releases, upcoming shows, exhibitions, and exclusive content; to process and fulfill merchandise orders, including shipping and customer service communication; to respond to inquiries submitted through the Contact page; to improve website performance, design, and user experience based on browsing behavior; to personalize content and promotional offers relevant to your interests; and to comply with legal obligations and protect against fraudulent or unauthorized activity.
We do not use your personal information for any purpose beyond what is necessary to operate and improve this website and its related services.
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
This website may use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and understand visitor behavior. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help the Site remember your preferences and recognize returning visitors.
You have the ability to accept or decline cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline them if you prefer. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain features or functionality of the Site.
5. Sharing of Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances: with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the website, processing payments, fulfilling orders, or sending newsletter communications, all of whom are obligated to protect your data; when required by law, court order, or governmental regulation; or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Michellar, our visitors, or the public.
Any third-party services we work with (such as payment processors, email marketing tools, or hosting providers) are required to handle your data securely and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites and platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, Instagram, and payment processing services. This Privacy Policy applies only to michellar.com, and we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of any third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external platforms you visit through links on our Site.
8. Your Privacy Rights & Choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to access the personal data we hold about you, the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data, the right to request deletion of your personal information, and the right to withdraw consent for communications such as our newsletter at any time.
You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link included in every email, or by contacting us directly through the Contact page. To exercise any other privacy rights, please reach out to us using the contact details provided below.
9. Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal data from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
10. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Newsletter subscriber data is retained until you choose to unsubscribe, and order-related data may be retained for record-keeping and customer service purposes.
11. International Visitors
This website may be accessed by visitors from various locations around the world. By using the Site, you understand that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in a jurisdiction that may have different data protection laws than your own country of residence.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please reach out to us through the Contact page on this website. We are happy to assist with any privacy-related inquiries.