Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Steve Mitts ("we," "us," or "our"), operating at stevemitts.com and based in Camrose, Alberta, Canada, collects, uses, and protects your personal information. We are committed to complying with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

Last updated: March 24, 2026

1. Information We Collect

Through our website contact form, we collect the following personal information:

First and last name
Email address
Phone number

We also collect standard technical data through Wix (our website platform), such as IP addresses and browser type, for website security and analytics purposes.

2. Purpose of Collection

We collect your personal information for the following purposes:

To respond to your inquiries submitted via the contact form
To process and fulfill orders for original paintings
To communicate with you regarding your purchase or commission
To comply with legal and tax obligations

We will not use your information for any purpose other than those listed above without your prior consent.

3. Legal Basis

Under PIPEDA, we collect and use your personal information only with your knowledge and consent. By submitting our contact form or making a purchase, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this policy.

4. Data Storage & Third Parties

Your information is stored and processed through Wix, Inc., our website platform provider. Wix may store data on servers located outside of Canada, including in the United States. By using our website, you acknowledge this possibility.

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only where required by law or legal process.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, or as required by applicable law. When your information is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

6. Your Rights

Under PIPEDA, you have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you
Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information
Withdraw your consent to our use of your information (subject to legal restrictions)
Request that we stop using your information for certain purposes

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

7. Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Our website uses SSL encryption, and Wix maintains its own security standards for hosted data.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact:

Steve Mitts

Camrose, Alberta, Canada

Email: artofd38@gmail.com

Phone: 780-781-5019

You also have the right to file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada at www.priv.gc.ca.