1. Introduction
Stage 1 Design, LLC respects the privacy of individuals and families who visit our website, inquire about our services, and participate in our creative arts programs.
This Privacy Policy explains how personal information may be collected, used, shared, and protected through our website, www.enterstage1.com.
2. Information We Collect
When visitors contact Stage 1 Design or submit website inquiries, we may collect:
- Names and contact information.
- Email addresses and telephone numbers.
- Program or event interests.
- Information voluntarily provided through inquiry forms or communications.
Information related to children may also be provided by parents or legal guardians when requesting information about our programs.
3. How We Use Information
Stage 1 Design uses collected information to:
- Respond to inquiries and requests.
- Provide information about programs, classes, and events.
- Communicate with prospective and current customers.
- Coordinate registrations and customer services.
- Maintain appropriate business records.
- Support website operations and security.
4. Website Forms and Microsoft 365
Stage 1 Design uses WordPress website forms to receive inquiries and Microsoft 365 to support inquiry notifications and communications.
Information submitted through these forms may be accessible to authorized Stage 1 Design personnel.
Pending confirmation: Whether form submissions are also retained within WordPress and, if so, the applicable retention period.
5. Registration and Payment Services
Stage 1 Design uses Sawyer as a separate registration platform for applicable classes and programs. Information submitted directly through Sawyer is handled according to Sawyer’s applicable privacy practices.
Payments associated with Sawyer registrations may be processed through Stripe. Stage 1 Design also uses Square for certain events, bookings, and direct payments.
Payment information submitted through these services is subject to the applicable payment provider’s privacy and security practices.
6. Cookies and Website Technologies
Stage 1 Design uses CookieAdmin to support website cookie consent functionality.
Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, and other advertising or marketing tracking integrations have not been intentionally implemented on the website.
Pending confirmation: The current CookieAdmin configuration, active cookies, and available consent controls.
7. Children’s Privacy
Stage 1 Design provides creative arts experiences for children and families and recognizes the importance of protecting children’s personal information.
Parents and legal guardians should submit registration information and provide required authorizations for minor participants.
Stage 1 Design does not intend to collect personal information directly from children under 13 through its public website without appropriate parental consent.
If we become aware of personal information collected from a child in a manner requiring parental consent that was not obtained, we will take appropriate steps to address the information.
8. Photography and Video
Photographs and videos of identifiable minor participants used for promotional purposes are subject to appropriate parent or legal guardian authorization.
For additional information, please review our Website Photo Release Policy (POL-004) and Photo & Video Authorization Form (F-003).
9. Information Sharing
Stage 1 Design may share information with service providers when reasonably necessary to operate our website, respond to inquiries, process registrations or payments, and provide requested services.
We do not sell personal information to third-party advertisers.
Information may also be disclosed when required by applicable law or to protect legitimate safety and security interests.
10. Information Security and Retention
Stage 1 Design takes reasonable administrative and technical measures intended to protect personal information against unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.
We retain information as reasonably necessary for legitimate business purposes and applicable legal obligations.
Specific retention practices for WordPress inquiry submissions are being verified before publication.
11. Privacy Requests
Individuals may contact Stage 1 Design to request information about personal data they have provided, ask for corrections, or request deletion where applicable.
Requests will be reviewed and addressed in accordance with applicable law and legitimate recordkeeping requirements.
12. Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party services, including Sawyer and payment processing platforms.
Stage 1 Design is not responsible for the independent privacy practices of third-party websites. Visitors are encouraged to review their applicable privacy policies.
13. Updates to This Policy
Stage 1 Design may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in website functionality, business practices, or legal requirements.
Updates will be posted on our website with a revised effective date.
14. Contact Information
For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Stage 1 Design, LLC
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Email: info@enterstage1.com
Website: www.enterstage1.com
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