Privacy Policy
**Last Updated: October 22, 2025**
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how **Jina Shim** and **Differson LLC** collect, use, and protect information when you visit www.jinashim.com (the "Website"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
When you use our contact form, we collect:
- **Name**: To identify and address you in our communications
- **Email Address**: To respond to your inquiries and maintain correspondence
- **Message Content**: Your questions, comments, or inquiries about artwork, exhibitions, or services
2.2 Information We Do NOT Collect
We do not collect:
- Personal information through cookies or tracking technologies
- Financial information (credit card numbers, banking details)
- Social media profiles or personal accounts
- Location data or device information
- Browsing behavior or usage analytics
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected through our contact form solely for:
- **Responding to Inquiries**: Answering questions about artwork, exhibitions, licensing, or services
- **Business Communications**: Discussing potential collaborations, licensing agreements, or commissioned work
- **Exhibition Updates**: Providing information about upcoming shows or events (only if specifically requested)
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
4.1 We Do NOT Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, rent, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties.
4.2 Limited Exceptions
We may disclose your information only in the following circumstances:
- **Legal Compliance**: When required by law, regulation, or court order
- **Protection of Rights**: To protect our legal rights, property, or safety
- **Business Operations**: With Differson LLC for managing business operations related to Jina Shim's artistic activities
5. Data Security
5.1 Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against:
- Unauthorized access or disclosure
- Accidental loss or destruction
- Unlawful processing or use
5.2 Contact Form Security
Information submitted through our contact form is:
- Transmitted securely
- Stored with restricted access
- Retained only as long as necessary for business purposes
6. Data Retention
We retain contact form information for:
- **Active Inquiries**: Until the inquiry is resolved or concluded
- **Business Records**: Up to 7 years for legitimate business and legal purposes
- **Deletion Requests**: We will delete your information upon request, subject to legal retention requirements
7. Your Rights and Choices
7.1 Access and Correction
You have the right to:
- Request access to personal information we have collected about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
7.2 Communication Preferences
You may:
- Request to be removed from any follow-up communications
- Specify your preferences for future contact
- Withdraw consent for information processing (where applicable)
8. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites (exhibition venues, galleries, etc.). This Privacy Policy does not apply to those external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
9. Children's Privacy
Our Website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
10. International Visitors
If you are visiting our Website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.
11. Website Analytics
11.1 Current Practice
We currently do not use web analytics tools, cookies, or tracking technologies on our Website.
11.2 Future Changes
If we implement analytics tools in the future, we will:
- Update this Privacy Policy accordingly
- Provide notice of the changes
- Obtain consent where required by law
12. Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets involving Differson LLC or Jina Shim's artistic business, personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction, subject to confidentiality agreements and applicable privacy laws.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
13.1 Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in our data practices
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- New features or services
13.2 Notification of Changes
When we make material changes, we will:
- Post the updated Privacy Policy on our Website
- Update the "Last Updated" date
- Provide additional notice for significant changes
14. Contact Us
14.1 Privacy Questions
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through:
**Website Contact Form**: www.jinashim.com/contact
14.2 Business Inquiries
For business-related matters and data processing questions:
**Differson LLC**
Managing business operations for Jina Shim
Contact through: www.jinashim.com
15. Compliance
This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable privacy laws and regulations. We are committed to maintaining the privacy and security of your personal information in accordance with legal requirements.
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**Effective Date**: October 22, 2025
© 2025 Jina Shim. All Rights Reserved.
Business operations managed by Differson LLC.
*This Privacy Policy applies specifically to www.jinashim.com and information collected through this Website.*