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Terms and Conditions

Last updated: 2024

Welcome to the Stephen Young Design website. These terms and conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our website located at https://www.stephenyoungdesign.com/ ("Site") and any services provided by Stephen Young Design ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please refrain from using our Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing this Site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accepted these Terms. You also agree to comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations while using our Site.

2. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to change or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Terms on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, videos, design, and layout, is owned by or licensed to Stephen Young Design and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use of any content is prohibited. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or display any part of the Site without our express written permission, except as explicitly allowed under these Terms.

4. Use of the Site

You agree to use this Site for lawful purposes only. You are prohibited from using the Site to engage in any activity that:
  • Violates any local, state, or federal laws.
  • Infringes on any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights.
  • Transmits harmful software such as viruses, malware, or spyware.
  • Interferes with or disrupts the functionality of the Site or its servers.

5. Product and Service Information

We strive to ensure that all information on our Site is accurate and up-to-date. However, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any product or service descriptions, pricing, or other content provided. We reserve the right to correct errors or omissions and to update any information at any time without prior notice.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Stephen Young Design and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, or agents will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site, its content, or any services provided, including but not limited to errors or omissions in any content or any loss or damage incurred from the use of any content made available via the Site.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by Stephen Young Design. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. You acknowledge and agree that Stephen Young Design is not liable for any damages or losses incurred through the use of such websites.

8. Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

9. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Site, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach any of the Terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in Chicago, Illinois.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Stephen Young Design, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees and costs, arising out of or in any way related to your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any third-party rights.

12. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions of these Terms shall remain in full force and effect.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding these Terms or our Site, please contact us at: Stephen Young Design

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2024 Stephen Young Design ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our website, located at [Website URL] ("Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site. Please read this policy carefully to understand how we handle your personal information. By using our Site, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our Site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information from you when you visit our Site, fill out forms, subscribe to our newsletter, or otherwise interact with us. This includes the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

When you submit inquiries or request services via our Site, we may collect personally identifiable information such as:
  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • Other contact information

b. Non-Personal Information

We also collect non-personal information that does not directly identify you. This includes:
  • Browser type and version
  • IP address
  • Time zone setting
  • Device information (type, operating system, etc.)
  • Referring website or search terms
  • Pages viewed and the date/time of visits

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected from you to:
  • Respond to inquiries and requests.
  • Provide, operate, and maintain the Site.
  • Improve and personalize your experience on our Site.
  • Process transactions and send you related information.
  • Communicate with you, including promotional offers, newsletters, or other services.
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve our services and marketing efforts.
  • Protect the security and integrity of our Site.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to enhance user experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognize your browser and remember certain information. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being used. However, certain parts of the Site may not function properly without cookies.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
  • Service Providers: We may share information with third-party vendors, consultants, and other service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as payment processors, hosting providers, and email marketing services.
  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as to comply with subpoenas, legal processes, or government requests.
  • Business Transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our business, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Your Choices

You have several choices regarding the collection and use of your personal information:
  • Opt-Out of Communications: If you receive promotional emails from us, you can opt-out at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in the email.
  • Access and Correction: You may request access to your personal information and request corrections if any data is inaccurate.
  • Do Not Track Signals: Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature. We currently do not respond to DNT signals due to the lack of industry consensus.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Retention of Information

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

8. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

9. Your California Privacy Rights (for California Residents)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have additional rights regarding their personal information, including:
  • The right to request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal data collected.
  • The right to request the deletion of personal information.
  • The right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal data).
To exercise any of these rights, California residents can contact us using the information provided below.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated policy on this page. Your continued use of the Site after the effective date of any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at: Stephen Young Design