privacy

Effective Date: July 30, 2025

At MiddletownSculpture.com, accessible from http://middletownsculpture.com, one of our main priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information collected and recorded by MiddletownSculpture.com and how we use it.

If you have additional questions or require more information, please contact us.

This Privacy Policy applies only to our online activities and is valid for visitors to our website with regard to the information they share and/or collect on MiddletownSculpture.com. This policy does not apply to information collected offline or via other channels.

Consent

By using our website, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Automatically collected data: IP addresses, browser type, device information, and usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent) via cookies or analytics tools.
Voluntarily provided data: Name, email address, phone number, company name (if applicable), and any details submitted through contact forms, account registration, or inquiries about sculptures or commissions.

The reasons for collecting personal information will be made clear at the point of collection.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide, operate, and maintain our website
Improve, personalize, and expand our website
Analyze website usage
Develop new products, services, or features
Communicate with you for customer service, updates, or marketing purposes
Send emails (e.g., newsletters or inquiry responses)
Prevent fraud and ensure security

Log Files

MiddletownSculpture.com uses log files to record visitor activities, including IP addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), date and time stamps, referring/exit pages, and click counts. This data is not linked to personally identifiable information and is used for analyzing trends, administering the site, tracking user movement, and gathering demographic information.

Cookies and Web Beacons

We use cookies to store visitor preferences and track pages accessed to optimize user experience. Cookies customize web content based on browser type or other information.

Third-Party Analytics and Tools

We may use third-party services, such as Google Analytics, to analyze website usage. These services may collect data about your interactions with our website. Please review their respective privacy policies for details.

Advertising Partners Privacy Policies

Third-party ad servers or networks may use cookies, JavaScript, or Web Beacons in advertisements on MiddletownSculpture.com. These technologies collect IP addresses to measure ad effectiveness or personalize content. We have no control over these third-party cookies.

Third-Party Privacy Policies

Our Privacy Policy does not apply to other advertisers or websites. Consult the privacy policies of third-party ad servers for details and opt-out instructions. You can disable cookies through your browser settings; refer to your browser’s documentation for guidance.

Data Sharing

We may share your personal information with:

Service providers assisting with website operations (e.g., hosting or analytics providers)
Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our rights
Business partners in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with prior notice to you

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

International Data Transfers

If you access our website from outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to comply with applicable data protection laws.

CCPA Privacy Rights

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California consumers have the right to:

Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal data collected
Request deletion of personal data collected
Request that their personal data not be sold

GDPR Data Protection Rights

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to:

Access: Request copies of your personal data (a small fee may apply)
Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data under certain conditions
Restrict processing: Request restriction of processing under certain conditions
Object to processing: Object to our processing of your personal data under certain conditions
Data portability: Request transfer of your data to another organization or to you under certain conditions

Children’s Information

We prioritize protecting children online. MiddletownSculpture.com does not knowingly collect Personal Identifiable Information from children under 13. If you believe your child has provided such information, contact us immediately, and we will promptly remove it from our records.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your data protection rights, contact us at:

Email: contact@michaelherold.com

Terms and Conditions

Welcome to MiddletownSculpture.com, accessible at http://middletownsculpture.com. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website and services.

About MiddletownSculpture.com

MiddletownSculpture.com is dedicated to showcasing and promoting sculptural art, providing information about our work, and facilitating inquiries or commissions. For more information about our sculptor, Michael Herold, visit michaelherold.com. By accessing this website, you accept these Terms and Conditions. Do not use MiddletownSculpture.com if you do not agree to these terms.

Terminology

“Client,” “You,” and “Your” refer to the user of this website. “The Company,” “Ourselves,” “We,” “Our,” and “Us” refer to MiddletownSculpture.com. All terms refer to the offer, acceptance, and consideration of payment necessary to provide our services in accordance with U.S. law.

We use cookies to enhance functionality and retrieve user details for each visit, as outlined in our Privacy Policy. Some affiliate/advertising partners may also use cookies.

License

Unless otherwise stated, MiddletownSculpture.com and/or its licensors own the intellectual property rights for all material on the website. All rights are reserved. You may access content for personal use, subject to the following restrictions:

You must not sell, rent, or sublicense material.
You must not reproduce, duplicate, copy, or redistribute content.
You must not republish material.
You must not use our website in violation of applicable laws or regulations.
You must not attempt unauthorized access to our website or systems.
You must not post or transmit malicious code, spam, or harmful content.

All content on MiddletownSculpture.com, including images, designs, and text, is protected by copyright and owned by MiddletownSculpture.com or its licensors unless otherwise stated.

User Comments

Certain areas of the website allow users to post opinions. We do not filter, edit, or review comments prior to posting. Comments reflect the views of the person posting, not MiddletownSculpture.com, its agents, or affiliates. To the extent permitted by law, we are not liable for comments or resulting damages.

We reserve the right to monitor and remove comments deemed inappropriate, offensive, or in breach of these Terms.

You warrant that:

You are entitled to post comments and have necessary licenses and consents.
Comments do not infringe on intellectual property rights or contain defamatory, offensive, or unlawful material.
Comments are not used to solicit or promote business or unlawful activity.

You grant MiddletownSculpture.com a non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, edit, and authorize others to use your comments in any form or media.

Hyperlinking to Our Content

The following may link to our website without prior approval:

Government agencies
Search engines
News organizations
Online directory distributors
System-wide accredited businesses (except soliciting nonprofits, charity shopping malls, and fundraising groups)

Other organizations (e.g., consumer/business information sources, dot.com community sites, charities, internet portals, or educational institutions) may request approval to link. We will approve requests if the link is not deceptive, does not imply false sponsorship, and fits the linking party’s site context.

Approved organizations may hyperlink using our corporate name, the URL, or a description of our website. No use of our logo or artwork is allowed without a trademark license agreement.

iFrames

Without prior approval, you may not create frames around our webpages that alter their visual presentation or appearance.

Content Liability

We are not responsible for content on your website. You agree to protect and defend us against claims arising from your website. No links on any website should be libelous, obscene, criminal, or infringe on third-party rights.

Purchases and Transactions

If you purchase sculptures or commissions through MiddletownSculpture.com, such transactions are subject to our payment, refund, and shipping policies, available at http://middletownsculpture.com/policies. We reserve the right to modify prices or cancel orders in case of errors or fraud.

Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Ohio and the United States. Any disputes arising from your use of this website will be resolved in the courts of Ohio.

Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or restrict your access to MiddletownSculpture.com at our discretion, without notice, for conduct that violates these Terms or is harmful to other users or our operations.

Reservation of Rights

We may request the removal of links to our website. You agree to remove links upon request. We may amend these Terms and linking policy at any time. By linking to our website, you agree to be bound by these terms.

Removal of Links

If you find any link on our website offensive, contact us. We will consider requests to remove links but are not obligated to do so or respond directly.

Accessibility

We strive to make MiddletownSculpture.com accessible to all users in accordance with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). Contact us if you encounter accessibility issues.

Disclaimer

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we exclude all representations, warranties, and conditions relating to our website and its use. We strive to ensure the accuracy of information, including sculpture descriptions and availability, but do not guarantee its completeness or accuracy. This disclaimer does not:

Limit or exclude liability for death or personal injury
Limit or exclude liability for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
Limit liabilities not permitted under applicable law
Exclude liabilities that cannot be excluded under applicable law

As long as the website and its services are provided free of charge, we will not be liable for any loss or damage of any nature.

Contact Information

For inquiries regarding these Terms and Conditions, contact us at:

Email: contact@michaelherold.com