Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 12, 2025

Welcome to Nerd Friendly! Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you shop online, sign up for events, or visit our store.

1. About Nerd Friendly

Nerd Friendly is a local gaming and art community located at:
Central Avenue, Suite A, D'Iberville, Mississippi
You can contact us at nerdfriendlyart@gmail.com or 228.207.2201 with any privacy-related questions.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide our products, events, and services safely and efficiently. This may include:
Personal details: name, address, email, and phone number
Payment information: processed securely through third-party providers (such as Square, Stripe, or PayPal)
Account information: usernames, passwords (if you create an account)
Mailing list details: email address and marketing preferences
Event and class registrations: name and contact info for in-person participation
In-store photos or videos: may be taken during events, tournaments, or art classes (you can opt out)
Website data: cookies, IP address, and browsing activity for analytics and site improvement
We do not intentionally collect information from children under 13 years old.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:
Process and fulfill your online or in-store orders
Communicate about orders, events, or store updates
Manage class and event registrations
Send promotional emails or newsletters (you can unsubscribe anytime)
Improve our website, store experience, and customer service
Maintain internal records for sales and memberships

4. How We Share Information

We only share your data when necessary to provide our services:
Payment processors: for secure payment handling
Shipping carriers: to deliver purchases
Email marketing providers: for newsletters and announcements
Analytics tools: such as Google Analytics, to understand website traffic
We do not sell or rent your personal information to anyone.

5. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to personalize your experience and analyze site usage. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer. Some features of the site may not work properly without cookies.

6. Email and Text Communications

If you join our mailing list, you may receive occasional updates, sales announcements, or event invitations. You can opt out anytime by clicking the “unsubscribe” link or emailing nerdfriendlyart@gmail.com.
We will never send text messages without your consent.

7. Photos and Videos at Events

Photos and videos may be taken during in-store gaming events, painting classes, or tournaments for promotional use on our website and social media.
If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know, or contact us afterward to request image removal.

8. Data Security

We use secure servers, SSL encryption, and trusted payment processors to protect your personal information.
Although no system is completely secure, we take reasonable steps to safeguard your data against unauthorized access or misuse.

9. Your Rights and Choices

You may:

Access or request a copy of the personal information we hold
Ask us to update or correct your details
Request deletion of your data (where legally permitted)
Unsubscribe from marketing communications anytime
To make a request, email us at nerdfriendlyart@gmail.com.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our website and events are not directed toward children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have done so, we will delete the information promptly.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised date at the top.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:

Nerd Friendly
Central Avenue, Suite A
D'Iberville, MS
📞 228.207.2201
📧 nerdfriendlyart@gmail.com