Privacy Policy
Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Empty Wall Studios ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information when you visit lafgallery.com, emptywallstudios.com, contact us, or purchase original artwork from us.
Empty Wall Studios is a Florida registered fictitious name operated by Hunter James LaFever as a sole proprietorship. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your information responsibly.
By using our site or contacting us, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
When you contact us, inquire about a painting, request the price list, or purchase artwork, we may collect:
- Your name
- Your email address
- Your phone number
- Your mailing or shipping address
- Payment information (processed through third-party payment processors — we do not store credit card numbers directly)
- Any message content you send us
- Information about which works you're interested in
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our sites, some information may be collected automatically through standard web technologies:
- IP address (for security and basic analytics)
- Browser type and version
- Device type (desktop, mobile)
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website (how you found us)
- Cookies (small data files that enable basic site functionality)
2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect
We do not:
- Sell your information to data brokers
- Share your information with advertisers
- Use behavioral advertising tracking
- Collect information from children under 13 (our site is not directed at children)
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries about paintings, commissions, or press
- Process purchases, including shipping, billing, and Certificate of Authenticity issuance
- Send you the private price list when you request it
- Maintain records of sales and provenance for your Certificates of Authenticity
- Communicate with you about your purchase, commission, or inquiry
- Send occasional updates about new work, exhibitions, or studio news (only if you opt in)
- Improve the site using anonymous analytics
- Comply with legal obligations (tax reporting, fraud prevention)
Third-Party Services
We work with trusted third-party services to operate. When you interact with these services through us, their privacy policies also apply. These may include:
- GoDaddy — our website hosting provider
- Google Workspace (Gmail) — for email correspondence
- Google Voice — for our phone number (561-424-6906)
- MailerLite — for our email list and marketing communications
- Stripe — for secure payment processing (when used)
- Coinbase Commerce — for cryptocurrency payment processing and compliance screening
- Shipping carriers (FedEx, UPS, USPS) — to fulfill shipments
- Analytics services — for anonymous usage statistics
We only share information with these services to the extent necessary to operate the studio and deliver what you've requested.
Cookies
Our site may use cookies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Enable core site functionality
- Collect anonymous analytics about site usage
You can disable cookies in your browser settings. Most features of our site work without cookies, though some interactive elements may not function as smoothly.
We do not use cookies for advertising, retargeting, or cross-site tracking.
Data Storage & Security
- Your information is stored on secure, industry-standard servers (GoDaddy hosting with SSL encryption)
- Payment information is handled exclusively by PCI-compliant third-party processors — we never store your credit card numbers
- Sales records, Certificate of Authenticity data, and provenance information are retained indefinitely as part of our studio ledger
- Email communications are retained as long as reasonably needed to provide service
While we take reasonable steps to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information (with exceptions for legally required records like sales documentation)
- Opt out of marketing emails at any time (every email has an unsubscribe link)
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format
To exercise these rights, contact us at emptywallstudios@gmail.com. We'll respond within 30 days.
For California Residents (CCPA)
If you're a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to opt out of any sale of your personal information. We don't sell personal information.
For European Residents (GDPR)
If you're in the EU or UK, you have additional rights under GDPR, including data portability, the right to be forgotten, and the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
Data Retention
- Inquiry emails: retained for 3 years or as needed for ongoing communication
- Sales records: retained permanently for provenance, tax, and legal purposes
- Certificate of Authenticity data: retained permanently
- Marketing email subscribers: retained until you unsubscribe
- Website analytics: anonymized and retained up to 2 years
Children's Privacy
Our site and services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have unintentionally collected information from a child, contact us at emptywallstudios@gmail.com and we'll delete it promptly.
International Visitors
Our sites are hosted in the United States. If you access our site from outside the US, your information will be transferred to and processed in the United States.
By using our site, you consent to this transfer. We take reasonable steps to protect your information consistent with this Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes take effect immediately upon posting. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this document reflects the most recent revision.
For material changes that affect how we handle existing data, we will notify affected parties via email where reasonably possible.
Contact
Questions about this Privacy Policy, or want to exercise your rights?
Empty Wall Studios
303 E Woolbright Rd #239
Boynton Beach, FL 33435
Email: emptywallstudios@gmail.com
Phone: (561) 424-6906
Sites: lafgallery.com · emptywallstudios.com