01.Introduction
Welcome to BagpipeLessons.net, The Piper's Circle, and related services operated by Gary A. Guth / Symphony Studios Inc. ("we," "our," or "us").
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our websites, enroll in lessons, purchase products, or interact with our services.
02.Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Billing and shipping address
- Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
Usage Data
- IP address
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
User-Provided Content
- Messages sent through contact forms
- Lesson registrations
- Membership account information
03.How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide bagpipe lessons, courses, and memberships
- Process transactions and deliver products
- Communicate with you via email, updates, and support
- Improve our website and services
- Send occasional marketing emails — you may opt out at any time
04.Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share your data with trusted third parties, including:
- Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)
- Email marketing platforms
- Website hosting providers
- Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)
These providers are only given the information necessary to perform their services.
05.Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Enhance your browsing experience
- Analyze website traffic
- Remember user preferences
You can disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.
06.Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
07.Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request corrections or deletion of your data
- Opt out of marketing communications
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the email address listed in Section 11.
08.Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites and encourage you to review their policies independently.
09.Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will promptly remove it.
10.Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of our services following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
11.Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
12.Consent
By using our website and services, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.