Privacy policy

BEINGIMAGES — UPDATED PRIVACY POLICY

 

Last updated: December 6, 2025

 

BeingImages operates this store and website, including all related information, content, features, tools, products and services, in order to provide you with a curated shopping experience (the “Services”). BeingImages is powered by Shopify, which enables us to provide the Services to you.

 

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and disclose your personal information when you visit, use, or make a purchase or other transaction using the Services or otherwise communicate with us.

 

If there is a conflict between our Terms of Service and this Privacy Policy, this Privacy Policy controls with respect to the collection, processing, and disclosure of your personal information.

 

By accessing or using any of the Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Privacy Policy.

 

PERSONAL INFORMATION WE COLLECT OR PROCESS

 

“Personal information” means information that identifies or can reasonably be linked to you.

 

We may collect the following categories of personal information depending on your interactions with the Services:

 

Contact details: name, billing and shipping address, phone number, email

Financial information: credit/debit card information, transaction details

Account information: username, password, preferences

Transaction information: items viewed, added to cart, purchased, returned, exchanged

Communications: customer support messages or emails

Device information: browser, IP address, device identifiers

Usage information: navigation, interaction timestamps, clicks, and browsing behavior

 

CUSTOM ARTWORK & IMAGE DATA

 

When you order a custom artwork product, you may upload photos or other images (“Artwork Inputs”). These may include identifiable personal information such as faces, pets, individuals, backgrounds, or metadata from your device.

 

We collect and process these images for:

Creating your artwork proof

Revising artwork according to your requests

Producing and shipping your final custom product

Providing customer support and order history

Fraud prevention and verification purposes

 

We do not use customer-uploaded photos for any purpose unrelated to fulfilling your order unless you provide explicit permission.

 

You may request deletion of your uploaded images after your order is completed by contacting us at support@beingimages.com.

 

We do not sell or license customer images and we do not use customer photos to train any AI model.

 

OPTIONAL IMAGE-USAGE CONSENT (If You Allow Customers to Opt-In)

 

With your explicit consent, we may use your final artwork or uploaded images for marketing, samples, portfolio display, or promotional content.

 

You are never required to grant this permission, and you may withdraw it at any time by emailing support@beingimages.com.

 

PERSONAL INFORMATION SOURCES

 

We collect personal information:

Directly from you (orders, account creation, uploaded images, emails)

Automatically through cookies, tracking tools, and your device

From service providers (payment processors, analytics, support tools)

From partners or third-party integrations

HOW WE USE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

 

We may use personal information for the following:

 

Provide, Tailor & Improve the Services

 

To process orders, deliver artwork, create proofs, handle returns, manage accounts, ship products, and create a personalized shopping experience.

 

Marketing & Advertising

 

To send promotional emails, personalized offers, and targeted ads (where legally permitted).

 

Security & Fraud Prevention

 

To authenticate accounts, prevent fraud or misuse, and ensure safe transactions.

 

Customer Communication

 

To respond to inquiries, provide support, and notify you about updates related to your orders or account.

 

Legal Compliance

 

To comply with laws, respond to legal requests, enforce policies, or handle disputes.

 

HOW WE DISCLOSE PERSONAL INFORMATION

 

We may disclose your information:

To Shopify, which powers our store and processes your data

To service providers such as payment processors, data analytics, shipping carriers, marketing partners

To marketing partners (subject to your opt-out rights)

When you authorize us (e.g., social login, sharing features)

To affiliates or corporate group members

As required by law or in connection with a business transaction (merger, acquisition, etc.)

 

NO SALE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

 

We do not sell or share personal information, including images, for monetary benefit or cross-context behavioral advertising.

 

RELATIONSHIP WITH SHOPIFY

 

Shopify hosts our store and processes certain personal information as an independent controller. To learn how Shopify uses personal information, visit the Shopify Consumer Privacy Policy.

 

Depending on your location, you may exercise rights related to Shopify’s processing through the Shopify Privacy Portal.

 

THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES AND LINKS

 

We are not responsible for third-party websites or their privacy practices.

Always review their policies before interacting with their platforms.

 

CHILDREN’S DATA

 

Our Services are not intended for minors.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of majority in your jurisdiction.

 

If a child provides personal information, contact us to have it removed.

 

RETENTION OF CUSTOM ART & UPLOADED IMAGES

 

Artwork Inputs and related files are stored only as long as needed to:

Complete your order

Provide revisions

Support customer service

Comply with legal requirements

 

We generally retain images for up to 12 months unless you request deletion sooner.

 

YOUR RIGHTS & CHOICES

 

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

Access your data

Request deletion

Request correction

Request portability

Opt-out of marketing communications

 

We may verify your identity before processing requests.

 

CANADIAN PRIVACY NOTICE

 

BeingImages complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (“PIPEDA”).

Canadian users may request information about how their personal information is handled, stored, and shared, and may request access or correction at any time.

 

INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS

 

Your data may be processed in countries other than your own.

For EU/UK customers, appropriate safeguards—such as Standard Contractual Clauses—are used for transfers.

 

COMPLAINTS

 

If you have privacy concerns, you may contact us using the details below.

Depending on your region, you may also lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

 

CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

 

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

The “Last updated” date will reflect the most recent changes.

 

CONTACT

 

If you have questions or want to exercise your rights, contact us:

 

📧 support@beingimages.com