At Cracked Asphalt Studio, we value transparency and clarity in all aspects of our interactions with our visitors, customers, and community. Our Terms page outlines the terms and conditions that govern the use of our website, products, and services. By accessing or using any part of our website, you agree to comply with these terms. Please take a moment to review the following terms carefully.
If you have any questions or concerns about our terms and conditions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at [email protected]. Thank you for your interest in Cracked Asphalt Studio, and we hope you enjoy your journey with us.
Privacy Policy
Cracked Asphalt Studio operates the website www.crackedasphalt.com. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and share personal information from visitors to the site.
Protecting the privacy of our visitors is a top priority for us. This Privacy Policy describes the types of personal information we collect and how we use it. By using our website, you consent to the collection and processing of information about you in the manner and for the purposes set out below.
Information We Collect
When you visit our site, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including information about your
- Web browser
- IP address
- Internet service provider
- Time zone
- Some of the cookies installed on your device
As you browse our site, we collect information about the web pages and products you view, the websites or search terms that referred you to our site, and how you interact with the site. We refer to this information as “device information.”
We use various technologies to collect device information, including
- Cookies
- Log files
- Web beacons, tags, and pixels
In addition to device information, we also collect information from you when you enroll in our mailing lists or communicate with us via an embedded form. This information may include your name, email address, phone number, and other optional fields.
How We Use Your Personal Information
We use the information you provide to communicate with you and share information or advertising related to our products or services. We use device information to screen and protect against fraud, improve and optimize our site, and understand the success of our marketing and advertising campaigns.
Sharing Your Personal Information
Data Processors
We may share your personal information with third-party data processors who help us facilitate our service, provide services on our behalf, perform service-related tasks, or assist us in analyzing how our service is used. These third parties are obligated to not disclose or use your information for any other purpose.
Our use of third-party data processors and other ways in which we may share your information is outlined below.
ConvertKit
ConvertKit is an email marketing platform that allows us to manage our email list, send newsletters, and automate email sequences. ConvertKit collects personal information such as email addresses, first and last names, and other optional fields that our visitors may provide.
How We Use ConvertKit
We use ConvertKit to send newsletters, updates, and promotional emails to our subscribers. We may also use ConvertKit to send automated email sequences based on specific actions taken by our subscribers, such as signing up for a free trial or making a purchase on our website.
When visitors subscribe to our email list, we collect their email address and may collect additional information such as their first and last name, location, or interests. We use this information to personalize our email communications and to better understand our audience’s preferences.
We do not share any personal information collected through ConvertKit with third parties, except as required by law or as necessary to provide our services. We take all reasonable steps to protect the security and confidentiality of personal information collected through ConvertKit.
Opting Out
Visitors may unsubscribe from our email list at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email communication we send through ConvertKit. Upon unsubscribing, we will promptly remove the visitor’s personal information from our email list.
ConvertKit Privacy Policy
Visitors can access ConvertKit’s privacy policy on their website at https://convertkit.com/privacy. This policy outlines how ConvertKit collects, stores, and uses personal information and provides information about visitors’ rights and choices regarding their personal information. We encourage all visitors to review the ConvertKit Privacy Policy before submitting any personal information through our website.
Payhip
Payhip is a digital platform that enables us to sell and distribute digital products such as ebooks, courses, and software. Payhip collects personal information necessary for processing payments and delivering digital products to customers. This information may include but is not limited to email addresses, names, billing addresses, and payment details.
How We Use Payhip
We utilize Payhip to facilitate the sales and distribution of our digital products to customers worldwide. When customers make a purchase through Payhip, we collect necessary information to process payments, fulfill orders, and provide customer support. Payhip also assists us in managing customer accounts and providing access to digital downloads.
During the checkout process, Payhip collects personal information required for transactional purposes, such as billing and shipping addresses, email addresses, and payment details. This information is used solely for the purpose of completing the transaction and delivering the purchased digital products to customers.
We do not share any personal information collected through Payhip with third parties, except as required by law or as necessary to fulfill orders and provide customer support. We take appropriate measures to safeguard the security and confidentiality of personal information collected through Payhip.
Opting Out
Customers may opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by adjusting their communication preferences within their Payhip account settings. However, customers cannot opt out of transactional communications related to their purchases, such as order confirmations and delivery notifications.
Payhip Privacy Policy
Customers can access Payhip’s privacy policy on their website at https://payhip.com/privacy. This policy details how Payhip collects, processes, and protects personal information, as well as customers’ rights and choices regarding their data. We encourage all customers to review the Payhip Privacy Policy before making any purchases through our platform.
Formspree
Formspree is a form builder tool that allows us to create custom forms and surveys to collect information from our website visitors. Formspree collects personal information such as name, email address, phone number, and other optional fields that our visitors may provide.
How We Use Formspree
We use Formspree to collect information from our website visitors, such as contact details or feedback. We may also use Formspree to conduct surveys or polls to gather insights from our audience.
When visitors submit a form or survey through Formspree, we collect the information they provide and use it to respond to their inquiry or to improve our website and services. We do not share any personal information collected through Formspree with third parties, except as required by law or as necessary to provide our services.
We take all reasonable steps to protect the security and confidentiality of personal information collected through Formspree.
Opting Out
Visitors may choose not to submit their personal information through Formspree, and may instead contact us directly via email. Visitors may also choose to opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email communication we send.
Formspree Privacy Policy
Visitors can access Formspree’s privacy policy on their website at https://formspree.io/legal/privacy-policy. We encourage all visitors to review the Formspree Privacy Policy before submitting any personal information through our website.
Google Analytics
Our website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, Inc. (“Google”). Google Analytics uses cookies, which are text files placed on your computer, to help the website analyze how users use the site. The information generated by the cookie about your use of the website (including your IP address) will be transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States.
How we use Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to help us understand how our website is being used, such as the number of visitors to the site, which pages are visited the most, and how long visitors spend on each page. This information helps us to improve our website and provide a better user experience.
Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors. Please note that we do not use Google Analytics to collect any personally identifiable information about our website visitors.
Opting Out
You can opt out of Google Analytics without affecting how you visit our site. For more information on opting out of being tracked by Google Analytics across all websites you use, please visit this link: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Google Privacy Policy
For more information on how Google uses data when you use our website and how you can control the information sent to Google, please visit this link: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites.
Compliance with Applicable Laws and Regulations
We may disclose your personal information in response to a lawful request, including to comply with applicable laws and regulations or a court order. Additionally, we may share your information in order to protect our rights or to respond to an emergency situation.
Transfer of Data
Your personal information may be transferred to and stored on servers located outside your jurisdiction, including in states, provinces, and countries where data protection laws may be different from those in your own jurisdiction. By submitting your personal information to us, you consent to such transfer and storage.
We take reasonable measures to ensure that your personal information is securely handled in accordance with this Privacy Policy. We will not transfer your personal information to an organization or country unless we have ensured appropriate controls are in place to protect your personal information.
Data Security
We are committed to maintaining the security of your personal data. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. Although we use commercially reasonable efforts to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Your Rights
If you are a European resident, you have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information that we hold. If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Data Retention
We will retain your personal information for our records unless you request its deletion.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to other websites that are not operated by us. We do not have control over these third-party websites, and we are not responsible for their content, privacy policies, or practices.
Minors
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 18. If you are a parent or guardian and you believe your child has provided us with personal data without your consent, please contact us. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under the age of 18 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete the information from our servers.
Changes to Our Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time and without prior notice. Any changes to this policy will be effective when we post the revised Privacy Policy on our website. We encourage visitors to check this page regularly to stay informed about our privacy practices. By continuing to use our website after we make any changes to this Privacy Policy, you acknowledge and agree to the updated terms of the policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of ConvertKit or our privacy practices, please contact us at [email protected].
Disclosure Policy
Cracked Asphalt Studio participates in affiliate programs as a way to generate revenue. As a part of our commitment to transparency and honesty with our readers, we want to make sure you understand the following:
- We only promote products that are relevant to the topic of our website and that we believe our readers would be interested in or could benefit from.
- We only promote products that we have used and can recommend.
- We never recommend a product solely for the purpose of earning a commission.
- Whether you make a purchase through an affiliate link or not, the price you pay for the product will be the same.
- Our content, topics, posts, and opinions are never influenced by affiliate compensation.
- We place great value on the trust of our readers and always provide our own objective and genuine opinions and advice.
As our revenue streams change over time, we will update this page to reflect any changes to our Disclosure Policy.