1. Introduction
Thy.Scot (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates a full stack digital marketing and precision metal engraving emporium, including:
- Digital marketing services: SEO, sales funnels, automation, AI workflows, social media strategy, and consulting.
- Web development: full-stack websites, HTML/CSS/JavaScript solutions, AI and TTS scripts, and color viewing options.
- Metal engraving: fiber laser engraving, industrial markings, custom gifts, awards, plaques, and artwork.
- Content and backlinks: blog, gallery, bookshelf, recipe and fitness content, and backlink generation services.
- E-commerce: products and services offered via BuyMeACoffee, PayPal, Shopify, Printify, and similar platforms.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information in connection with our website and services, in alignment with Small Business Administration (SBA) guidance and applicable banking and data protection regulations.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information you provide directly
We may collect information you voluntarily provide when you:
- Request a consultation or quote for digital marketing, web development, AI workflows, or metal engraving.
- Submit forms related to audits, reports, or technical leadership engagements.
- Contact us via email or other communication channels.
- Interact with our blog, gallery, or other content (e.g., comments, submissions, or feedback).
Such information may include your name, business name, email address, phone number, mailing address, project details, and any other information you choose to share.
2.2 E-commerce and payment information
We use third-party payment processors and platforms, including but not limited to BuyMeACoffee, PayPal, Shopify, and Printify, to handle transactions for digital marketing services, metal engraving products, and related offerings.
When you make a purchase, these platforms may collect payment card details, billing information, and other financial data. We do not store full payment card numbers on our systems. Your use of these services is also governed by their respective privacy policies and banking compliance frameworks.
2.3 Automatically collected information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- Device and browser information (e.g., IP address, user agent, operating system).
- Usage data (e.g., pages visited, time on site, referral URLs, click paths).
- Technical data used for performance, security, and SEO optimization.
We may use cookies, local storage, and similar technologies to support color viewing options, accessibility preferences, analytics, and conversion tracking.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information to:
- Provide and improve our digital marketing, web development, AI workflow, and metal engraving services.
- Design and deliver custom websites, conversion systems, and personal AI systems tailored to your business.
- Process orders, manage fulfillment, and coordinate shipping and production via Shopify, Printify, and other partners.
- Communicate with you regarding projects, invoices, support, and updates.
- Maintain records consistent with SBA guidance and banking regulations for small business operations.
- Optimize our website for search engines and AI answer engines, including SEO, schema markup, and analytics.
- Protect our systems, prevent fraud, and comply with legal obligations.
4. Legal Basis and Compliance
We process personal information based on:
- Performance of a contract or steps taken at your request (e.g., project proposals, service delivery).
- Legitimate interests in operating and improving our business, including digital marketing and engraving services.
- Compliance with legal, tax, and banking obligations applicable to small businesses and e-commerce operations.
- Your consent, where required, for specific uses such as marketing communications or certain analytics.
We strive to follow SBA best practices for recordkeeping, data security, and transparency, and to respect applicable banking regulations when handling payment-related information through our processors.
5. Sharing of Information
We may share information with:
- Payment processors and platforms: BuyMeACoffee, PayPal, Shopify, Printify, and similar services to process payments and fulfill orders.
- Service providers: Hosting, analytics, email, and security vendors supporting our digital marketing and web operations.
- Production partners: Metal engraving suppliers, print-on-demand partners, and logistics providers for physical products.
- Legal and regulatory authorities: When required to comply with law, banking regulations, or to protect our rights.
We do not sell your personal information for direct monetary compensation. Any data sharing is limited to what is necessary to deliver services, comply with obligations, or improve our offerings.
6. Data Security and Retention
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information, including:
- Secure hosting, SSL/TLS encryption, and performance tuning.
- Access controls and safeguards for project and client data.
- Use of reputable payment processors that comply with PCI-DSS and banking standards.
We retain information only as long as necessary for the purposes described, including legal, tax, and SBA-recommended recordkeeping periods, or as required by applicable law.
7. Your Choices and Rights
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights to:
- Access, correct, or update your personal information.
- Request deletion or restriction of certain data.
- Object to specific processing activities, including direct marketing.
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our services, including digital marketing, AI workflows, and metal engraving, are intended for business and adult customers. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us so we can delete it.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, technology, or legal requirements. The “Last Updated” date will be revised accordingly. Continued use of our website or services after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Information
For questions about this Privacy Policy, our digital marketing and metal engraving services, or our compliance practices, please contact:
Thy.Scot
Email: info@thy.scot