Last updated: July 21, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how Josie Derrick ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit josiederrick.com (the "Site") or otherwise interact with us.
By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. WHO WE ARE
Josie Derrick PO Box 615 Newberry, SC 29108 Email: info@josiederrick.com Website: josiederrick.com

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
a) Information you give us directly When you fill out a contact form, inquire about services, subscribe to our email list, or book a session, we may collect:
* Name
* Email address
* Phone number (if provided)
* Business or brand name (if applicable)
* Details about your project, event, or session you share with us
* Payment and billing information (processed by our third-party payment provider — see Section 4)
b) Information collected automatically When you browse the Site, we automatically collect certain data through cookies and similar technologies, including:
* IP address
* Browser type and device information
* Pages visited and time spent on the Site
* Referring website or source
* General location (city/region level, inferred from IP address)
c) Information from third-party platforms If you interact with us through Instagram, Meta (Facebook), or Pinterest — for example, by following, messaging, saving, or engaging with our content — those platforms may share limited interaction data with us in accordance with their own privacy policies.

1. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use the information we collect to:
* Respond to inquiries and provide requested services
* Process bookings, invoices, and payments
* Send email newsletters, updates, and marketing communications (only if you've opted in)
* Improve the Site's content, layout, and user experience
* Analyze traffic and marketing performance
* Comply with legal obligations

1. THIRD-PARTY SERVICE PROVIDERS
We work with the following third-party services, each of which may collect or process your data under its own privacy policy:
Service Purpose Privacy Policy
Showit Website hosting and design platform showit.co/privacy
Flodesk Email marketing and newsletter delivery flodesk.com/privacy
HoneyBook Client management, contracts, and invoicing honeybook.com/privacy
PayPal Payment processing paypal.com/privacy
Google Analytics Website traffic and usage analytics policies.google.com/privacy
Meta (Facebook & Instagram) Social media engagement and advertising pixels facebook.com/privacy/policy
Pinterest Social media engagement and the Pinterest tag/analytics policy.pinterest.com/privacy-policy
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

1. COOKIES
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help the Site function and help us understand how visitors use it. We use cookies for:
* Essential site functionality
* Analytics (Google Analytics)
* Advertising and retargeting (Meta Pixel, Pinterest Tag)
You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though some parts of the Site may not function properly without them.

1. EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS
If you subscribe to our newsletter or opt in through a form, we'll send you emails via Flodesk. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of any email, or by contacting us directly at info@josiederrick.com.

1. DATA RETENTION
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including for client records, tax and accounting purposes, and to comply with legal obligations.

1. YOUR RIGHTS
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
* Request access to the personal data we hold about you
* Request correction or deletion of your data
* Opt out of marketing communications
* Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@josiederrick.com.

1. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
The Site is not directed to individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

1. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.

1. CONTACT US
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Josie Derrick PO Box 615, Newberry, SC 29108 info@josiederrick.com josiederrick.com