Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
International School of Art & Design (DBA: New York Art Studio) (“New York Art Studio,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you visit our website, submit forms, contact us, enroll in programs, or otherwise interact with our services.
By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
A. Personal Information You Voluntarily Provide
When you:
- submit an inquiry form
- request information
- apply for a program
- enroll in classes
- make a payment
- contact us by email, phone, or online forms
- subscribe to newsletters or marketing communications
We may collect:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Date of birth
- Educational background
- Portfolio/application information
- Visa or international student-related information
- Payment-related information
- Other information voluntarily submitted by you
B. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically through cookies and analytics technologies, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Operating system
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Referral sources
- General geographic location
- Website interaction data
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use collected information to:
- Respond to inquiries
- Process applications and enrollments
- Provide educational services
- Communicate regarding classes, schedules, admissions, and programs
- Process payments and registrations
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Analyze website traffic and marketing performance
- Send newsletters, updates, or promotional materials
- Maintain school records and administrative operations
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
- Protect against fraud, misuse, or unauthorized access
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to:
- Improve website functionality
- Remember user preferences
- Analyze website usage
- Support marketing and advertising campaigns
- Measure advertising effectiveness
Third-party services, such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, HubSpot, Meta/Facebook, or similar platforms, may also use cookies or other tracking technologies.
You may adjust browser settings to refuse cookies; however, certain website features may not function properly.
5. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party service providers to support website operations and business functions, including:
- HubSpot
- WordPress
- WooCommerce
- Stripe
- Square
- Google Analytics
- Google Ads
- Meta/Facebook advertising tools
- Email marketing platforms
- Hosting providers
- Payment processors
These third parties may process information on our behalf, subject to their own privacy policies and applicable legal obligations.
We do not sell personal information to third parties.
6. Payment Information
Payments made through our website may be processed by third-party payment processors such as Stripe, Square, ACH providers, or other secure payment gateways.
New York Art Studio does not store complete credit card numbers on our servers.
Payment information is handled directly by the applicable payment processor under their security and compliance standards.
7. International Students and Immigration-Related Information
For international student admissions and SEVP-related operations, we may collect and maintain information necessary for:
- admissions processing
- enrollment verification
- I-20 issuance
- SEVIS compliance
- student record maintenance
- government reporting obligations
We handle this information in accordance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
8. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, misuse, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
However, no website, internet transmission, or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
9. Data Retention
We may retain personal information for as long as reasonably necessary to:
- provide services
- maintain records
- comply with legal obligations
- resolve disputes
- enforce agreements
- support school operations
10. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:
- Request access to your information
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request the deletion of certain information
- opt out of marketing communications
- Request limitations on certain processing activities
To make a request, please contact us using the information below.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our services may involve minors participating in educational programs.
Information related to minors may be collected with parent or guardian involvement where appropriate.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children in violation of applicable laws.
12. External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites.
Users should review the privacy policies of those third parties separately.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Changes become effective upon posting on this page.
We encourage users to review this Privacy Policy regularly.
14. Contact Information
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
International School of Art & Design (DBA: New York Art Studio)
333 5th Ave, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Phone: +1-212-279-1622
Email: info@nyartstudio.com
15. California Privacy Rights
California residents may have additional rights under applicable privacy laws, including rights related to access, deletion, correction, and disclosure of personal information.
Requests may be submitted using the contact information listed above.
16. Website Terms
Use of this website is also subject to our Terms & Conditions.
By using this website, you agree to the applicable terms governing use of the site and services.