Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

When you engage with our drawing fundamentals platform, we collect different kinds of information to tailor your learning experience and to enhance our services.

Personal Information

We gather details you provide directly to us, such as when creating an account or sending us a message. This includes your name, email address, phone number, and any messages you submit via our contact forms. When you enroll in our drawing courses, we also collect details about your artistic background and learning goals.

Usage Data

We automatically collect information about how you interact with our site and learning platform. This includes pages viewed, time spent in various sections, completed drawing exercises, and technical data such as your IP address, browser type, and device details.

Cookies and Tracking

Our site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience, remember preferences, and analyze site performance. You can adjust cookie settings in your browser preferences.

• Essential cookies for website functionality
• Analytics cookies to understand user behavior
• Preference cookies to remember your settings
• Marketing cookies for relevant content delivery

How We Use Your Information

Your personal data helps us deliver high-quality educational content and keep our drawing platform running smoothly. We commit to using your data responsibly and only for legitimate purposes.

Educational Services

We use your information to grant access to drawing courses, monitor your progress across skill levels, and tailor recommendations based on your artistic interests and abilities. This personalization aims to create more effective learning paths for developing your drawing fundamentals.

Communication and Support

Your contact details let us respond to inquiries, share important course updates, and provide technical support when needed. We may also send periodic newsletters about new drawing techniques, featured artwork, or platform improvements if you’ve opted in.

Platform Improvement

Usage data helps us determine which drawing exercises are most helpful, spot areas where students struggle, and develop new content that addresses common learning challenges. This analysis is done in aggregate form to protect individual privacy while improving our educational approach.

Legal Compliance

In certain circumstances, we may use or disclose your information to comply with Canadian privacy laws, respond to legal requests, or protect the rights and safety of our users and community.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We maintain strict controls over how your information is shared and take privacy seriously in all our business relationships.

Service Providers

We collaborate with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our platform, process payments, send emails, and provide customer support. These providers access only the information necessary for their services and are contractually obligated to protect your privacy.

• Cloud hosting services for secure data storage
• Email service providers for course communications
• Analytics providers for website performance insights
• Payment processors for course enrollment transactions

Business Transfers

If SteadyFoyerGrove is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We would notify you via email and provide information about any changes to how your information is handled.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by Canadian law, a court order, or government request. This includes situations involving potential threats to physical safety, fraud investigation, or violations of our terms of service.

Your Rights and Choices

Under Canadian privacy legislation, including PIPEDA, you have specific rights regarding your personal information.

Access and Correction

You may request access to the personal data we hold about you and ask us to correct any inaccuracies. We typically provide this information within 30 days of your request, subject to legal exceptions.

Data Deletion

You may request deletion of your personal data, and we will comply unless we have legitimate reasons to retain it for legal compliance, fraud prevention, or legitimate business purposes. Deleting your account will remove access to your course progress and stored artwork.

Marketing Communications

You can unsubscribe from our marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link in each message or by contacting us directly. You will still receive essential communications about your account and course enrollment.

Cookie Management

Most web browsers let you control cookies via their settings. You can accept all cookies, reject certain types, or receive prompts before cookies are stored. Blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality.

Data Security and Retention

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

Security Measures

Our security practices include encrypted data transmission, secure server environments, regular security audits, and restricted access controls. We use industry-standard SSL encryption for all data transfers between your device and our servers.

• 256-bit SSL encryption for data transmission
• Secure cloud storage with encrypted databases
• Regular security vulnerability assessments
• Multi-factor authentication for administrative access
• Employee training on privacy and security practices

Data Retention

We keep your personal information only as long as needed to provide our services, meet legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Account data is typically kept for three years after closure, while course progress data may be retained for up to seven years for educational record purposes.

International Transfers

Although our main operations are in Canada, some service providers may process data in other countries. We ensure adequate protection through contractual safeguards and compliance with Canadian privacy law requirements for cross-border transfers.

Children's Privacy

Our drawing platform welcomes learners of all ages, and we take extra care to protect the privacy of younger users in compliance with Canadian privacy laws.

For users under 18, we require parental consent before collecting personal information. Parents or guardians can review their child’s information, request corrections or deletion, and withdraw consent at any time.

Parental Controls

Parents have the right to review any personal information we've collected from their child, request its deletion, and deny further collection or use of their child's data. We provide clear mechanisms for parents to exercise these rights.

If you believe we have unintentionally collected information from a child under 18 without proper parental consent, please contact us immediately so we can take appropriate action.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We’ll inform you of significant changes via email or prominent notices on our website.

Minor updates may be posted without individual notice, so we encourage you to review this policy regularly. The "Last Updated" date at the top indicates when the latest changes were made.

Your continued use of our platform after policy updates signifies your acceptance of the revised terms. If you disagree with any changes, you may stop using our services or reach out to discuss your concerns.