Question 1

Overview

Accepted Answer

The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants California residents the right to opt out of the “sale” of their personal information.

Although The Painted Feather does not sell personal information, we provide this page to ensure transparency and full compliance with CCPA requirements.

Question 2

1. Statement of Non-Sale of Personal Information

Accepted Answer

We do not sell, rent, share, or exchange personal information for monetary or commercial value.
We do not allow third-party behavioral advertising networks to use data for cross-context targeted advertising.

We only collect personal information for:

Responding to inquiries
Providing mentorship communication
Website functionality
Analytics for site performance

Question 3

2. Your Right to Opt Out

Accepted Answer

If you are a California resident, you have the right to request that we:

Do not sell your personal information
Do not share your personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising

Because we do not sell or share personal information under CCPA definitions, submitting an opt-out request confirms your preference for future protection.

Question 4

3. How to Submit a “Do Not Sell or Share” Request

Accepted Answer

If you still wish to submit a formal request:
Please email:

📧 paintedfeatherz@gmail.com

Subject Line: “CCPA Do Not Sell or Share My Information Request”

Include:

Your full name
Email address
State of residence
Type of request

We will confirm receipt within the timeframe allowed by law.

Question 5

4. Verification Process

Accepted Answer

To protect your data, we may verify your identity by:

Confirming information you previously provided
Requesting additional validation (only as permitted under CCPA)

We will never request sensitive data such as Social Security numbers.

Question 6

5. Authorized Agents

Accepted Answer

You may appoint an agent to submit a request on your behalf. We may require:

Written authorization
Identity verification

Question 7

6. Updates to This Page

Accepted Answer

We may revise this page as laws evolve. The “Last Updated” date reflects the most recent changes.

Question 8

7. Contact Information

Accepted Answer

For all CCPA-related inquiries:

The Painted Feather
Email: paintedfeatherz@gmail.com

Question 9

Overview

Accepted Answer

Applies to: Users who submit personal data through forms or request mentorship services.
This Data Processing Addendum (“DPA”) supplements the Privacy Policy and describes how The Painted Feather (“Processor” or “we”) processes personal information on behalf of individuals (“Data Subjects” or “you”).

This DPA reflects compliance with applicable U.S. privacy laws, including CCPA requirements for handling personal information for California residents.

Question 10

1. Purpose of Data Processing

Accepted Answer

We process personal information solely to:

Respond to your inquiries
Provide information about mentorship services
Maintain communication with you
Improve website safety and functionality

We do not process data for unrelated purposes.

Question 11

2. Categories of Personal Information Processed

Accepted Answer

We may process:

Name
Email
Phone number (if provided)
Inquiry or message content
Metadata (IP address, browser, device data)

No sensitive government data, payment data, or protected health data is knowingly collected.

Question 12

3. Processor Obligations

Accepted Answer

We agree to:

Process your data only according to documented instructions (including instructions you give by using the Site).
Keep your personal information confidential.
Implement reasonable administrative, physical, and technical safeguards.
Assist you with privacy rights requests (e.g., deletion, access).
Delete or return data upon your request unless retention is required by law.

Question 13

4. Subprocessors

Accepted Answer

We use third-party service providers (“Subprocessors”) to operate the Site, including:

Wix.com (hosting + analytics)
Email service platforms
Communication/ticketing tools (if used)

Each Subprocessor processes data only to provide their service to us.

Question 14

5. International Transfers

Accepted Answer

The Site is intended for U.S. users. Any international data transfer occurs under Wix.com’s compliance framework.

Question 15

6. Duration of Processing

Accepted Answer

We will retain your data only:

As long as needed to fulfill the purpose of collection
As required by law
As needed to maintain business records

You may request deletion at any time.

Question 16

7. Your Rights

Accepted Answer

You have the right to:

Request access to your personal data
Request correction or deletion
Request information about our data handling
Withdraw consent at any time

Requests may be submitted via email: paintedfeatherz@gmail.com

Question 17

8. Liability

Accepted Answer

Our liability under this DPA is limited to the extent permitted by applicable law and consistent with our Terms & Conditions.

Question 18

9. Contact

Accepted Answer

For any questions regarding this DPA:

The Painted Feather
Email: paintedfeatherz@gmail.com

Question 19

Overview

Accepted Answer

This Cookie Notice explains how The Painted Feather (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website.

By continuing to browse or use our Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described below.

Question 20

1. What Are Cookies?

Accepted Answer

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember user preferences, and understand how visitors interact with site content.

Cookies may be:

Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)
Persistent cookies (stored longer)
First-party cookies (placed by us)
Third-party cookies (placed by service providers such as Wix or analytics tools)

Question 21

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Accepted Answer

A. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Site to function. Without them, features such as navigation or form submission may not work.

Examples:
Wix essential platform cookies
Security/authentication cookies
Load-balancing or session management cookies
These cannot be disabled.

B. Analytics & Performance Cookies
Used to understand how visitors interact with the Site, such as:
Page views
Click patterns
Time on page
Device/browser data

Examples:

Wix Analytics
Standard log files

You may disable analytics cookies via your browser settings, though Site performance may be affected.

C. Functionality Cookies
These cookies store user preferences and enhance your experience with the Site (such as remembering the preferred language or page settings).

Question 22

3. Third-Party Cookies

Accepted Answer

We may allow trusted third parties to place cookies via the Site, including:

Wix.com (hosting, analytics, site functionality)
Embedded social media content (if present)
Email or marketing platforms (if forms connect to such services)

We do not control third-party cookie settings.

Question 23

4. How to Manage Cookies

Accepted Answer

You can:

Adjust your browser’s cookie settings
Delete existing cookies
Block certain types of cookies

Most browsers allow blocking all cookies, but doing so may limit Site performance.

Question 24

5. Updates to This Cookie Notice

Accepted Answer

We may update this Cookie Notice periodically. Continued use of the Site means you accept the updated notice.

Question 25

6. Contact Information

Accepted Answer

If you have questions about cookies or privacy, contact us:
The Painted Feather
Email: paintedfeatherz@gmail.com

Question 26

Overview

Accepted Answer

This Privacy Policy explains how The Painted Feather (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your personal information when you visit our website or submit information through our forms. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly.

This Policy applies regardless of device type and applies to all users, including California residents under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

Question 27

1. Information We Collect

Accepted Answer

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

A. Information You Provide Directly
Through contact forms, mentorship requests, or email, you may provide:
Name
Email address
Phone number (optional)
Any message or information you choose to send

B. Automatically Collected Information
Like most websites, we may automatically collect:
IP address
Browser type and version
Device type
Site usage data
Pages viewed
Date and time of visits
Referring websites
This data is collected through:
Cookies
Wix analytics tools
Standard log files

C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use:
Essential cookies (for site functionality)
Analytics cookies
Performance cookies

You can disable cookies through your browser settings.

Question 28

2. How We Use Your Information

Accepted Answer

We use your information to:

Respond to contact or mentorship inquiries
Provide requested information about services
Improve website performance and user experience
Analyze site traffic and trends
Maintain security and prevent misuse

We do not sell personal information.

Question 29

3. How We Share Information

Accepted Answer

We may share your information with:

A. Service Providers
Including:
Wix.com, which hosts the Site and processes form submissions
Email communication providers
Analytics tools

These providers process data solely to support website functionality.

B. Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law, subpoena, or government request.

C. Business Transfers
If ownership of The Painted Feather ever changes, user information may be transferred as part of asset transfer.

Question 30

4. CCPA Rights (California Residents)

Accepted Answer

Right to Know
You may request the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.

Right to Request Deletion
You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.

Right to Opt-Out of Sale
We do not sell personal information and do not share it for cross-context behavioral advertising.

Right to Non-Discrimination
We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.
To exercise any of these rights, email: paintedfeatherz@gmail.com

Question 31

5. Data Security

Accepted Answer

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures. However, no online transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

Question 32

6. Data Retention

Accepted Answer

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

Respond to your inquiries
Provide services
Comply with legal obligations
Maintain business security

Question 33

7. Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Accepted Answer

This Site is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn information was provided by a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.

Question 34

8. Third-Party Links

Accepted Answer

The Site may contain links to external websites (such as social media profiles). We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

Question 35

9. International Users

Accepted Answer

This Site is intended for users located in the United States. If you access the Site from outside the U.S., you consent to data processing according to U.S. laws.

Question 36

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Accepted Answer

We may update this Policy periodically. When we do, the “Last Updated” date will reflect the current version. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

Question 37

11. Contact Information

Accepted Answer

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, contact:

The Painted Feather
Email: paintedfeatherz@gmail.com