Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 20 June 2025

Andrea K. Stein ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [https://www.andreakstein.com/] (the “Site”), including any purchases or services made through our store.

By using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Make a purchase

  • Sign up for our newsletter

  • Contact us through forms

  • Participate in giveaways or special promotions

This may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Shipping and billing address

  • Payment details (processed securely via third-party platforms like Stripe or PayPal)

  • Order history

  • Your responses to optional surveys or forms

We may also collect non-personal information automatically, such as your browser type, IP address, pages visited, and time spent on the Site using tools like Squarespace Analytics or Google Analytics.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Fulfill orders and deliver products

  • Email you receipts, updates, and confirmations

  • Respond to customer inquiries

  • Send marketing emails (only with your consent)

  • Improve our website and user experience

  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We only share information when necessary with trusted service providers to operate our business, including:

  • Squarespace (website hosting and ecommerce)

  • Payment processors (e.g., Stripe or PayPal)

  • Shipping services (for physical book orders)

These third parties are only given the data they need to perform their specific functions.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses cookies and similar tracking tools to:

  • Recognise repeat visitors

  • Analyze site performance

  • Provide a better user experience

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but parts of the Site may not function properly without them.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information, but no system can guarantee 100% security. Your information is stored using secure platforms that comply with relevant data protection regulations.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access, update, or delete your personal information

  • Withdraw consent for marketing emails

  • Request information about data processing

To exercise any of these rights, please email us at: hello@andreakstein.com

You can also unsubscribe from marketing emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any of our emails.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

8. International Users

If you are visiting from outside the United States, please note that your data will be processed and stored in the United States. By using our Site, you consent to this transfer.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please contact:

Andrea K. Stein
Email: hello@andreakstein.com
Website: https://andreakstein.com