Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 18, 2025

Introduction

Pixyit LLC ("Pixyit," "we," "our," or "us") operates the website www.pixyit.com and the associated mobile application (collectively, the "Services"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our Services.

By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our Services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

A. Information Provided by Users
We collect personal data when users:

Sign up for an account on our website or mobile app.
Place an order for products or services.
Upload children's artwork and school-related information for fundraising events.

This data may include:

Identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, and billing/shipping address.
Payment Information: Limited details necessary for order processing (e.g., payment method). Payments are handled by third-party processors, and we do not store full payment details.
Child-Related Data (With Parental Consent): Children's artwork, first name, and class name for fundraising events (uploaded by parents or guardians).

B. Automatically Collected Data

Website Hosting Data: Our website is hosted on Wix, which may collect basic visitor information such as IP addresses and browser types.
App Usage Data: We track user behavior within the mobile app solely for troubleshooting purposes.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data to:

Provide, operate, and improve our website, mobile app, and services.
Process orders and transactions.
Facilitate school fundraising events by displaying children's artwork in password-protected areas.
Respond to customer inquiries and provide support.

We do not sell user data to third parties.

3. Children's Privacy & COPPA Compliance

We comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) regarding the collection of data related to children under 13 years old.

Parental Consent Required: We only collect children's artwork, first names, and class names with verifiable parental consent through parent-uploaded submissions for school fundraising events.
Password-Protected Access: Schools have a password-protected area to view student artwork.
No Direct Collection from Children: Pixyit does not collect data directly from children or allow them to create accounts.
Data Retention & Deletion: Children's data will be retained only for the duration of the fundraising event and for 3 months afterward to fulfill orders, after which it will be deleted. Parents may request deletion of their child's data at any time by contacting us at privacy@pixyit.com.

If you believe we have inadvertently collected personal data from a child without parental consent, please contact us immediately for removal.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We do not use cookies for tracking or advertising.
Google Analytics is disabled on our website.
Our website host (Wix) may use cookies or collect data in accordance with their policies.

5. Sharing of Personal Information

We do not share your data with third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may share information with:

Service Providers: Third-party companies that assist in website hosting (e.g., Wix) and payment processing.
Legal Authorities: If required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for:

Fulfilling orders and providing services.
Running school fundraising events.
Complying with legal or regulatory obligations.

Children’s data collected for fundraising events will be deleted within 3 months after event completion.

7. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Rights (For California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to Know: You can request details about the personal data we collect, use, and disclose.
Right to Delete: You may request that we delete your personal data, subject to legal exceptions.
Right to Opt-Out: Pixyit does not sell your personal data, but you have the right to opt out of any potential future sales.
Right to Non-Discrimination: Exercising your CCPA rights will not result in discriminatory treatment.

To exercise your rights, contact us at privacy@pixyit.com.

8. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including:

Encryption: Secure storage of sensitive data.
Access Controls: Restricted access to child-related data.
Regular Security Audits: To detect vulnerabilities and strengthen protections.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If changes are significant, we will notify users via email or a notice on our website.

10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, you can contact us at:

pixyit LLC
8 The Green, Suite A, Dover, DE 19901

Email: privacy@pixyit.com