Deanna Strachan-Wilson | DSWilsonART, LLC
Last updated: October 30, 2026
1. Introduction
Your privacy is important to me. This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used, and protected when you visit deannastrachanwilson.com, subscribe to my newsletter, purchase artwork or classes, or participate in other creative offerings.
This website is operated by Deanna Strachan-Wilson through DSWilsonART, LLC. This policy applies to my website and creative business, including The Whimsy Studio.
By using this website, you acknowledge the information provided in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information I Collect
Depending on how you interact with my website, I may collect the following information:
Newsletter subscriptions
When you subscribe to my email newsletter, I collect your email address and any additional information you voluntarily provide.
Purchases and transactions
When you purchase artwork, digital classes, or other products, I may receive your name, email address, shipping information, order details, and transaction confirmations.
Email communications
If you contact me directly by email, I receive your email address and any information you include in your message.
Website usage
My website uses WordPress.com and Jetpack, which may collect technical information such as IP addresses, browser and device information, referring websites, and website activity for functionality, security, and statistics.
3. How I Use Your Information
I use personal information to:
- Process purchases and deliver artwork or digital products.
- Provide access to purchased classes and educational materials.
- Send newsletters, class announcements, and creative updates to subscribers.
- Respond to questions and provide customer support.
- Maintain website functionality, security, and performance.
- Fulfill legal, accounting, and tax obligations.
I do not sell my customer or newsletter subscriber lists to third-party marketers.
4. Email Newsletter and Mailchimp
I use Mailchimp to manage email subscriptions and distribute newsletters, including Whimsy Studio Notes.
When you subscribe, your email address and any additional information provided through the signup process are stored and processed by Mailchimp.
Mailchimp also tracks newsletter engagement, including email opens and link clicks, to help me understand which content interests subscribers and improve future communications.
You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link included in each newsletter.
You may also contact me directly to request removal from my mailing list.
Mailchimp’s Privacy Policy: https://www.intuit.com/privacy/statement/
5. Payment Processing
Payments made through my website may be processed by PayPal or Stripe.
These services process payment information according to their own privacy policies and security procedures.
I receive the information necessary to confirm purchases, fulfill orders, maintain business records, and provide customer support.
Payment card information submitted directly through PayPal or Stripe is handled by the respective payment processor.
PayPal Privacy Policy: https://www.paypal.com/us/legalhub/paypal/privacy-full
Stripe Privacy Policy: https://stripe.com/privacy
6. Website Analytics and Jetpack
My website is hosted on WordPress.com and uses Jetpack features, including website statistics.
Jetpack may collect information about website visits, including pages viewed, referring websites, approximate geographic location, browser information, and other technical data.
This information helps me understand how visitors use my website and improve its content and functionality.
WordPress.com and Jetpack may use cookies or similar technologies in connection with these services.
For more information, visit Automattic’s Privacy Notice: https://automattic.com/privacy-notice/
7. Cookies and Similar Technologies
My website and the third-party services used to operate it may use cookies and similar technologies.
These technologies may support website functionality, security, visitor