PRIVACY POLICY

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SurfLifeImages.com

Last Updated: May 2, 2026

SurfLifeImages ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit surflifeimages.com and make purchases from us. Please read this policy carefully. By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

Information You Provide Directly:

• Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address

• Billing and shipping information (processed securely — we do not store credit card numbers)

• Communications you send us via email or contact forms

Information Collected Automatically:

• Browser type, operating system, and IP address

• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and links clicked

• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 4)

Information from Third Parties:

• Data from Facebook/Meta advertising platforms when you interact with our ads

• Analytics data from tools we use to improve site performance

2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the information we collect to:

• Process and fulfill your print orders

• Send order confirmations and shipping updates

• Respond to your inquiries and customer service requests

• Send our email newsletter and promotional communications (only if you opt in)

• Improve our website and tailor your experience

• Run targeted advertising campaigns on Facebook and Instagram

• Comply with legal obligations

3. EMAIL NEWSLETTER

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will send you updates about new collections, exhibitions, limited editions, and promotions. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email or by contacting us directly at surflifeimages@gmail.com. We will never sell your email address to third parties.

4. COOKIES & TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

We use cookies and similar technologies including:

• Essential cookies — required for the website to function

• Analytics cookies — help us understand how visitors use our site

• Advertising cookies — used by Facebook/Meta Pixel to deliver relevant ads and measure ad performance

Facebook/Meta Pixel: Our site uses the Facebook Pixel, which allows us to measure the effectiveness of our advertising, build audiences for our ads, and retarget visitors on Facebook and Instagram. The Pixel collects data such as pages visited and actions taken on our site. To opt out of Facebook's use of this data for advertising, visit your Facebook Ad Preferences.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

5. SHARING YOUR INFORMATION

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service providers who help us operate our business (payment processors, shipping carriers, email platforms)

• Advertising platforms such as Facebook/Meta for targeted advertising purposes

• Legal authorities if required to comply with applicable law, court orders, or legal processes

All third-party service providers are contractually obligated to use your information only for the purposes we specify.

6. INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING & DATA TRANSFERS

We ship to the United States and Costa Rica. If you place an order for international delivery, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own. We take appropriate steps to ensure your data is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

7. DATA SECURITY

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including SSL encryption for all data transmitted through our website. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. DATA RETENTION

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including for legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 10).

9. CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to Know — You may request information about the personal data we collect, use, and share.

• Right to Delete — You may request that we delete your personal data, subject to certain exceptions.

• Right to Opt Out — We do not sell your personal information. However, our use of the Facebook Pixel may constitute "sharing" under California law. You may opt out by visiting your Facebook Ad Preferences.

• Right to Non-Discrimination — We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

To exercise your rights, contact us at surflifeimages@gmail.com.

10. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area or other regions with data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Correct inaccurate data

• Request deletion of your data

• Object to or restrict our processing of your data

• Data portability

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at surflifeimages@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.

11. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

12. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

13. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

14. CONTACT US

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

SurfLifeImages Email: surflifeimages@gmail.com Website: www.surflifeimages.com