Terms of Use and Privacy Policy for Art By Courtney KB, LLC
Last Updated: October 20, 2025
By accessing or using the website of Art By Courtney KB, you agree to these Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Please read them carefully before using our website or purchasing our products.
Terms of Use
General Provisions
This website is owned and operated by Art By Courtney KB, a Georgia-based company. You must be at least 16 years of age to use our website, consistent with Georgia law. Use of this website is at your own risk. We host our site on WordPress and take reasonable efforts to maintain its security, but we make no warranties as to the safety of your use. These Terms of Use may be updated at our discretion, and your continued use constitutes acceptance of any changes.
Copyright and Intellectual Property Notice
All artwork, images, designs, text, and other content on this website are the exclusive property of Art By Courtney KB and are protected by United States copyright law. Art By Courtney KB retains full copyright ownership of all original artwork, whether sold as originals, prints, or other reproductions. When purchasing artwork, buyers receive only the physical item and do not acquire any copyright or reproduction rights. Buyers are strictly prohibited from copying, reproducing, distributing, or creating derivative works from purchased artwork without express written permission from Art By Courtney KB. Art By Courtney KB reserves the right to produce and sell copies, prints, or derivative works of all artwork. Violation of this policy may result in legal action, including claims for damages or injunctive relief. You may share our content (e.g., images or text) only with clear attribution and a direct link to our website, but you may not claim our intellectual property as your own or modify it in any way. Unauthorized use of our intellectual property is illegal and may be fully prosecuted of the law.
No Refunds Policy
All sales of artwork, prints, or other products are final. We do not offer refunds, returns, or exchanges due to the unique and custom nature of our products. If you have concerns about your purchase, please contact us at Contact@Artbycourtneykb.com
User Communications
Any communications sent to us via our website, including contact forms, comments, newsletter sign-ups, or other submissions, are not confidential and may be viewed or shared with third parties as needed for our business operations. You agree not to submit content that is illegal, defamatory, obscene, or harmful. We reserve the right to republish submissions, such as comments or feedback, as necessary, without obligation to provide credit or compensation. See our Privacy Policy for details on how we handle your data.
Disclaimers
Our website is provided for informational and purchasing purposes only. We make no guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of information on our site, including product descriptions or colors displayed, as monitor displays may vary. You use our website at your own risk, and we are not liable for any direct or indirect losses resulting from your use, including those caused by technical failures (e.g., payment processor errors). If you notice errors on our site, please contact us at Contact@Artbycourtneykb.com.
Affiliate Links
We may use affiliate links to promote products or services. We are not liable for any consequences of using these links, and we will clearly disclose their presence where applicable.
Prohibited Uses
You may not use our website for unlawful purposes, to violate our intellectual property rights, to transmit malicious code (e.g., viruses), or to engage in harassing, defamatory, or discriminatory behavior. Violation of these terms may result in immediate termination of your access to our website without notice.
Termination
We reserve the right to terminate your access to our website at our discretion if you violate these Terms of Use, without notice. We may also block your IP address if necessary.
Entire Agreement
These Terms of Use, along with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Art By Courtney KB regarding your use of our website.
Severability
If any part of these Terms of Use is found unlawful or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of Georgia, United States. Any disputes arising from these terms will be adjudicated in Georgia courts.
Contact Information
For questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us at Contact@Artbycourtneykb.com
Privacy Policy
Overview
At Art By Courtney KB, we respect your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, make purchases, or interact with us, including via social media or newsletters. By using our website, you consent to this Privacy Policy. We may update this policy at any time, with changes effective upon posting. Please review it periodically.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Data: Name, shipping address, phone number, or other identifying information you voluntarily provide when making a purchase, signing up for our newsletter, or contacting us.
- Derivative Data: Automatically collected data like your IP address, browser type, or pages visited on our site, collected via WordPress analytics.
- Financial Data: Limited payment information (e.g., credit card details) processed securely through third-party payment processors (e.g., PayPal, Stripe, or WordPress-compatible gateways). We do not store full financial data.
- Social Networking Data: Public information from social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook) if you interact with us, such as your username, profile picture, or posts. You can limit this by adjusting your social media privacy settings.
- Mobile Device Data: Device ID, model, or location if you access our site via a mobile device.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Process and deliver your purchases.
- Communicate with you about orders, inquiries, or newsletters (if you opt in).
- Improve our website and customize your experience.
- Send marketing emails about new products or updates (if you opt in).
- Analyze trends and prevent fraud.
- Comply with legal obligations.
Why We Share Your Information
We may share your information with:
- Third-Party Processors: For payment processing, website hosting (via WordPress), email delivery, or customer service. These processors (e.g., PayPal, Stripe, WordPress plugins) have their own privacy policies, which you should review.
- Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a sale, merger, or bankruptcy, your data may be transferred to a successor, who may have a different privacy policy.
Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, and WordPress analytics to enhance your experience, authenticate users, and track site usage. Cookies help us personalize content and analyze trends. You may disable cookies in your browser, but this may limit website functionality. We may use third-party analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) to monitor site performance, but we do not share personal data with these providers. Opt out of tracking via the Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out Tool or Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out Tool.
Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures (e.g., SSL encryption, PCI-DSS compliance for payment processing) to protect your data. Our WordPress site follows best practices to prevent data loss or misuse. However, no transmission method is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. We will notify you promptly of any significant data breaches.
Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary for our business purposes (e.g., order fulfillment, newsletter delivery) or legal obligations. You may request deletion of your data by contacting us, but third parties (e.g., payment processors) have their own retention policies.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Update or correct your account information.
- Request a copy of your data (first request free, subsequent requests may incur a fee).
- Request deletion of your data, subject to legal exceptions.
- Opt out of marketing emails or data processing (which may limit site access).
- Confirm how your data is used or shared.
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe we’ve misused your data.
To exercise these rights, contact us at Contact@Artbycourtneykb.com.
California Privacy Rights
If you’re a California resident, you may request:
- Once per year, free of charge, details about what data we share with third parties and their contact information.
- Removal of publicly posted data (if under 18). Note that complete removal from our systems may not be possible.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 16. If we learn such data has been collected, we will delete it promptly.
International Data Transfers
Our WordPress servers are in the United States. If you’re outside the U.S. (e.g., in the EU), your data may be transferred to our U.S. servers, protected by appropriate safeguards like the EU-US Privacy Shield.
Newsletter Privacy
If you opt into our newsletter, we collect your name and email address for marketing purposes. You may unsubscribe at any time via the link in our emails. We may retain past subscriber data for business purposes and share it with third parties (e.g., email marketing platforms) as needed.
Contact Information
For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at Contact@Artbycourtneykb.com