Last updated: 01/21/2026
1. Who We Are
Our website address is:
https://digrendesigns.com
This website is operated by Digital Renaissance LLC (“Digital Renaissance,” “DiGren,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
Mailing Address:
PO Box 1211
Hayes, VA 23072
United States
Privacy Contact:
privacy@digrendesigns.com
2. Scope of This Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal data when you:
- Visit our website
- Interact with site features (comments, forms, media uploads)
- Purchase products or services through WooCommerce
- Communicate with us electronically
This policy is intended to satisfy disclosure requirements under:
- Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
- EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Article 13, where applicable
3. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR Art. 13)
Where GDPR applies, we process personal data under the following lawful bases:
- Contractual necessity – to provide requested products or services
- Legitimate interests – site security, fraud prevention, service improvement
- Legal obligation – tax, accounting, and compliance requirements
- Consent – where explicitly provided (e.g., marketing communications, optional cookies)
4. Personal Data We Collect
a. Data You Provide Directly
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Billing and shipping addresses
- Account credentials (if you create an account)
- Messages submitted via forms or email
- Comments and reviews
b. Data Collected Automatically
- IP address
- Browser and device information
- Cookies and session identifiers
- Pages visited and interactions
- Cart contents (via WooCommerce)
c. Data We Do Not Intentionally Collect
- Sensitive personal data (health, biometric, precise geolocation)
- Data from children under 13 (see Section 15)
5. Comments
When visitors leave comments, we collect the data shown in the comments form, along with the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.
An anonymized hash of your email address may be provided to the Gravatar service to determine if you use it. Gravatar’s privacy policy is available at:
https://automattic.com/privacy/
After comment approval, your profile image may be publicly visible.
6. Media Uploads
If you upload images or files, you should avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Media uploaded to the site may be publicly accessible and downloadable.
7. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Maintain sessions and authentication
- Store user preferences
- Enable WooCommerce cart functionality
- Improve performance and security
Cookie Types Used
- Comment cookies (1 year)
- Login cookies (2 days; 2 weeks if “Remember Me” is selected)
- Screen preference cookies (1 year)
- Temporary login test cookies
- Post-edit cookies (1 day)
- WooCommerce cart/session cookies
You may control cookies through your browser settings. Blocking cookies may affect site functionality.
8. Embedded Third-Party Content
Pages may include embedded content (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo, SoundCloud). Embedded content behaves as if you visited the third-party site directly.
These providers may:
- Collect usage data
- Set cookies
- Track interactions
- Associate activity with your account if logged in
9. WooCommerce & E-Commerce Data
Data Collected During Checkout
- Products viewed
- Cart contents
- Name, email, phone
- Billing and shipping addresses
- IP address and device data
- Payment confirmation details (processed by third parties)
Purposes
- Order fulfillment
- Payment processing
- Customer support
- Fraud prevention
- Legal and tax compliance
- Service improvement
Accounts
If you create an account, we store your contact details to streamline future purchases.
10. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We share personal data only as necessary with:
- Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)
- Hosting and infrastructure providers
- Security and spam-detection services
- Analytics providers
- Accounting and invoicing platforms
We do not sell personal data or share it for targeted advertising without consent.
11. International Data Transfers (GDPR Art. 13)
Data may be processed or stored outside the European Union, including in the United States.
Where GDPR applies, transfers are safeguarded using:
- Contractual protections
- Reputable service providers
- Industry-standard security practices
12. Data Retention
We retain data only as long as necessary:
- Comments and metadata: indefinitely
- Orders and invoices: 7 years (legal requirement)
- Contact submissions: up to 12 months
- Analytics data: up to 14 months
- Account data: while account remains active
13. Your Rights (VCDPA + GDPR)
Virginia Residents (VCDPA)
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccuracies
- Delete personal data
- Obtain a portable copy
- Opt out of certain processing (where applicable)
EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)
You additionally have the right to:
- Restrict processing
- Object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
Requests may be submitted to privacy@digrendesigns.com.
14. Data Security Measures
We employ administrative, technical, and physical safeguards, including:
- Encrypted connections where applicable
- Access controls and least-privilege policies
- Secure hosting environments
- Regular updates and monitoring
- Staff awareness and training
15. Data Breach Procedures
In the event of a data breach, we maintain procedures to:
- Identify and contain the incident
- Assess scope and risk
- Notify affected individuals and authorities when required by law
- Implement remediation measures
16. Children’s Information
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
17. Automated Decision-Making
We do not engage in automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects.
18. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Material changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
19. Contact Information
For privacy inquiries, data requests, or complaints:
Digital Renaissance LLC
privacy@digrendesigns.com
PO Box 1211
Hayes, VA 23072
United States