Privacy policy
Effective Date: July 1, 2026
At Makers & Pages, we believe trust is built one page at a time. Your privacy matters to us, and we’re committed to protecting the personal information you share with us.
This Privacy Policy explains how Makers & Pages collects, uses, stores, and protects your information when you visit our website, shop in our store, apply as a maker or author, attend our events, or otherwise interact with us.
Information We Collect
Depending on how you interact with us, we may collect:
Personal Information
· Name
· Mailing address
· Email address
· Phone number
· Billing and shipping information
· Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment providers—we do not store complete credit card numbers)
Maker & Author Information
If you apply to become a maker or featured author, we may collect:
· Business name
· Tax information (when required)
· Product descriptions
· Business licenses or permits (if applicable)
· Website and social media links
· Product photos
· Banking information for payments (if applicable)
Website Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
· IP address
· Browser type
· Device information
· Pages viewed
· Time spent on the website
· Referral source
· Cookies and similar technologies
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
· Process purchases
· Fulfill orders
· Manage maker relationships
· Evaluate artisan and author applications
· Communicate about orders, events, and memberships
· Respond to customer service requests
· Improve our website and customer experience
· Send newsletters and promotional emails (only if you opt in)
· Comply with legal obligations
Email Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter or community updates, we may send occasional emails about:
· New books
· Local author events
· Workshops
· Store announcements
· Seasonal offerings
· Special promotions
You may unsubscribe at any time using the link included in every email.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
· Remember your preferences
· Improve website functionality
· Measure website traffic
· Understand visitor behavior
· Support online shopping
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though portions of our website may not function properly.
Sharing Information
We respect your privacy.
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
We may share information only with trusted service providers who help us operate our business, including:
· Payment processors
· Website hosting services
· Email marketing providers
· Accounting software
· Point-of-sale systems
These providers receive only the information necessary to perform their services.
We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our legal rights.
Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
While no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure, we continually work to safeguard the information entrusted to us.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
· Complete transactions
· Maintain maker records
· Comply with tax and legal requirements
· Resolve disputes
· Enforce agreements
When information is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or destroyed.
Your Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:
· Request access to your personal information
· Correct inaccurate information
· Request deletion of your information
· Withdraw marketing consent
· Request a copy of information we maintain about you
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate parental consent.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other websites, including maker websites, publishers, and community organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third-party sites.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our business, legal requirements, or technology.
The updated version will always be posted on our website with a revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:
Makers & Pages
Email: info@makersandpages.com
Phone: 480-440-8201
Website: https://makersandpages.com
Mailing Address: 42211 N 41st Dr., #145, Anthem, AZ 85086