Privacy policy

Blinky Publishing LLC, referred to as Terry Carter Music Store (“the Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), respects the privacy concerns of users (“you” or “your”) of its website, www.terrycartermusicstore.com (the “Site”), and the services provided therein. This Privacy Policy outlines what information we collect, how it is used, and your rights.

Please also review the Terms of Use, which govern your use of the Site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information:

(a) Personal Information:
Information you voluntarily provide, such as:

Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
Payment details for transactions.
Demographic information (e.g., age, gender) and preferences.

(b) Non-Personal Information:
Automatically collected data, such as:

Browser type, operating system, and IP address.
Pages visited, time spent on the Site, and usage patterns.
Cookies and tracking technologies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Process transactions and fulfill orders.
Provide and improve our services.
Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
Personalize your experience, including targeted advertising.
Comply with legal obligations.

With your consent, we may send you promotional emails about our products and services. You may opt out of these communications at any time by following the instructions provided in the email.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us improve the functionality of our Site and deliver personalized experiences. Types of cookies we use include:

Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Site’s operation.
Performance Cookies: Track Site usage and performance.
Advertising Cookies: Enable targeted advertising.

Specific Cookies Used on the Site:

Google AdWords Cookies: Track user behavior for remarketing purposes.
Facebook Pixel Cookies: Track user actions for personalized ads on Facebook and Instagram.

You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may impact the functionality of the Site. For more details, view our Cookie Policy.

4. Third-Party Advertising and Analytics

We use third-party services like Google Ads and Facebook Ads for marketing and analytics purposes. These services may collect and process data to display relevant advertisements to you.

Google Ads

Terry Carter Music Store uses Google AdWords remarketing services to display ads to previous visitors of our Site on third-party websites and across Google’s advertising network. This involves the use of cookies and pixels to:

Track interactions with our Site, such as pages visited or purchases made.
Create remarketing lists to display ads to users who have shown interest in our products.
Serve personalized advertisements tailored to your previous interactions with our Site.

Google’s advertising network collects data in accordance with its own privacy policy and may combine this data with information from other Google services. We do not have access to or control over this additional data.

Opt-Out: You can manage how Google advertises to you by visiting the Google Ad Preferences page. You can also opt out of interest-based advertising entirely via cookie settings or by using a browser plugin, such as the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On.

Facebook Ads

We use Facebook’s advertising services to display personalized ads on Facebook and Instagram. The Facebook Pixel is installed on our Site to:

Monitor user actions, such as viewing specific pages, adding items to the cart, or completing purchases.
Create custom audiences for targeted advertisements.
Measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns through conversion tracking.

Facebook may combine the data collected via the Pixel with other data it has about you to serve you more relevant ads. We ensure that all collected data is managed in compliance with Facebook’s policies and applicable privacy laws.

Opt-Out: To opt out of Facebook’s interest-based ads, visit Facebook Ad Preferences. You can also adjust privacy settings on your Facebook account to limit data sharing.

Compliance and Disclaimer

We ensure that all data collection and processing complies with Google’s and Facebook’s privacy policies and applicable laws. However, users acknowledge that third-party services operate independently, and the Company cannot guarantee their practices beyond what is described here.

Google Signals and Analytics Privacy Policy

To provide a better user experience and personalize our services, we use Google Analytics and Google Signals, which collect anonymized data about user interactions with our website. By using our site, you consent to the collection of this data in accordance with Google's Privacy Policy.

As required by law and to ensure transparency, we want to inform you of the following:

Compliance with Google’s Advertising Policies: By enabling Google Signals, we adhere to Google's advertising policies, which prohibit the collection and sharing of personally identifiable information (such as names, emails, or addresses).
User Notification and Consent: We inform users that their data is being collected through Google Analytics, including information from Google Signals. In certain regions (such as the European Union under GDPR and California under CCPA), we may be required to obtain explicit consent before data is collected.
Personalized Advertising: If our Google Ads account is linked, user data may be used for personalized advertising. You have the right to opt out of this data collection at any time.
Access and Deletion of Data: Google provides users with the ability to access and delete their data through the "My Activity" section of their Google account. We provide information on how you can manage your data.

We strongly encourage you to review and manage your privacy settings through your Google account or browser settings. If you do not wish to have your data collected, you can opt-out by adjusting your cookie settings or using available opt-out tools.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell or lease your personal information. However, we may share data with trusted partners for:

Order fulfillment and payment processing.
Targeted advertising and analytics.
Legal compliance and fraud prevention.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under applicable laws, including GDPR (for EU users) and CCPA (for California residents):

Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
Correction: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data.
Opt-Out: Withdraw consent for marketing communications or personalized advertising.
Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format.

To exercise these rights, email us at support@terrycartermusicstore.com.

7. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 16 (or 13 for U.S. residents). If such information is discovered, we will delete it immediately. Parents are encouraged to monitor their children’s online activity.

8. Data Security

We use industry-standard measures to protect your personal data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is entirely secure. By using our Site, you acknowledge that you provide information at your own risk.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for legitimate business purposes or as required by law. Once no longer needed, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

10. External Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. Please review the privacy policies of linked websites before sharing any information.

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page, and the “Updated” date will reflect the most recent revision. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any updates.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us:

Email: support@terrycartermusicstore.com

By using our Site, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.