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Privacy Policy: This Girl Shines
Last Updated: March 29, 2026
1. Our Privacy Promise
At This Girl Shines, we create with heart and handle your data with care. This policy outlines how we collect and use your information across our website, digital boutique, and newsletters. We are committed to complying with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and relevant international standards.
2. What We Collect
We only collect the information necessary to provide you with our digital assets and creative updates:
Contact Information: Name and email address (e.g., when you join our mailing list or download a freebie).
Transaction Data: Details of digital products you have purchased. Note: We do not store your credit card details; these are handled securely by our payment processors.
Technical Data: Your IP address and browsing behavior on our site to help us understand which designs you love most.
3. How Your Data is Used
Your information allows us to:
Deliver your digital downloads and asset licenses.
Send you “sassy cute” updates, new collection launches, and creative tips via MailerLite or Substack.
Respond to your inquiries about custom caricatures or commissions.
Improve our digital boutique based on customer preferences.
4. Our Trusted Partners
We never sell your data. We only share it with essential service providers who help us run This Girl Shines, including:
Design & Commerce Platforms: Canva (for asset sharing) and our chosen shop platform (e.g., Shopify/Etsy).
Communication Tools: Substack and MailerLite for our community and marketing emails.
Payment Gateways: Stripe or PayPal for secure transactions.
Some providers are based in the USA; by using our services, you consent to this international data transfer.
5. Your Choices & Control
You have full control over your personal information:
Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from our marketing at any time via the link in our emails.
Access & Correction: You may request a copy of the data we hold or ask us to update it.
Data Erasure: You can request that we delete your account and personal history from our records.
6. Contact Information
For any privacy-related questions, please contact: Owner: Julie Email: [hello@thisgirlshines.com.au] Location: Brisbane, QLD, Australia