Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
• Date of birth and government-issued ID information (for age verification)
• Health information relevant to tattoo/piercing services
• Tattoo and piercing history records, including service date, artist, body location, service notes, aftercare notes, and consent-document references
• Payment information
• Photographs of completed work (with your consent)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Process appointments and payments
• Maintain tattoo and piercing history records for aftercare, continuity of service, client support, and legally required recordkeeping
• Send you appointment reminders and aftercare instructions
• Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect against fraudulent or illegal activity

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With service providers who assist in our operations
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect our rights and safety
• With your consent

4. Health and Safety Information

Health and safety information you provide is treated as confidential and used to determine whether tattoo or piercing services can be provided safely, to support aftercare, and to satisfy applicable recordkeeping obligations.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

6. Photography and Marketing

We may photograph completed tattoos and piercings for portfolio and marketing purposes. You will be asked for explicit consent before any images are used, and you may request removal of your images at any time.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information and service history records for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, support aftercare and continuity of service, resolve disputes, and satisfy legal, tax, insurance, and health-department recordkeeping obligations. Records that are no longer needed may be deleted, de-identified, or archived according to our operational and legal requirements.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Withdraw consent for photo usage

To ask that tattoo or piercing history records, photos, or other personal information be removed or deleted, contact thesumofc@catharsisba.com. Some records may need to be retained when required by law or for legitimate business, safety, insurance, or dispute-resolution purposes.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

10. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, contact us at:
thesumofc@catharsisba.com
(317) 286-7092