This Privacy Policy describes how TN Ventures LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and shares personal information when you visit or interact with teodora nicolae (the “Site”).

By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

A. Information You Provide Directly

We may collect the following personal information when you voluntarily provide it:

• Email address (e.g., when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us)

• Messages you send through contact forms or email

We do not currently collect:

• Names

• Phone numbers

• Payment or billing information

• Account login information

• User-generated content (such as comments or uploads)

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, certain information is automatically collected, including:

• IP address

• Browser type and device information

• Pages visited and time spent on pages

• Approximate location (based on IP address)

• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

This information is collected primarily through Squarespace and analytics tools.

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information through:

• Contact forms

• Newsletter sign-ups

• Cookies and tracking technologies

• Built-in Squarespace analytics

• Embedded third-party content (e.g., YouTube, Instagram)

We may also use additional analytics tools such as Google Analytics in the future.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and operate the Site

• Respond to inquiries and messages

• Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)

• Improve website performance and user experience

• Analyze traffic and usage patterns

• Prevent spam, fraud, and abuse

• Comply with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or similar regions, we process your personal data under the following legal bases:

• Your consent (e.g., newsletter subscriptions)

• Performance of a contract (e.g., responding to inquiries)

• Legitimate interests (e.g., improving the Site, preventing abuse)

• Legal compliance

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who help operate the Site, including:

• Squarespace (website hosting and analytics)

• Ghost (email newsletter management)

• Stripe and PayPal (future payment processing, if applicable)

• Google Analytics (website usage analytics, if enabled)

• Embedded content providers (e.g., YouTube, Instagram)

These providers only access the data necessary to perform their services and are expected to protect your information.

We do not share your data with advertisers or business partners for marketing purposes.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Ensure the Site functions properly (essential cookies)

• Analyze website traffic and usage (analytics cookies)

• Improve user experience

Cookies may be set by:

• Squarespace (essential and functional cookies)

• Google Analytics (analytics cookies)

• Embedded third-party services (e.g., YouTube, Instagram)

Cookie Consent

Where required by law (e.g., EU/UK visitors), we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes described in this policy

• Comply with legal obligations

• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

You may request deletion of your data at any time.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Right to access your personal data

• Right to correct inaccurate data

• Right to delete your data

• Right to withdraw consent at any time

• Right to request a copy of your data

• Right to opt out of marketing communications

• Right to non-discrimination (California residents)

To exercise these rights, contact us at: ops@teodoranicolae.com

9. Data Security

We use reasonable and standard security measures to protect your personal information, including secure hosting, HTTPS encryption, and restricted access to personal data.

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed outside of your country of residence, including in the United States, where our service providers operate.

We take appropriate measures to ensure your data is handled securely and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

11. Third-Party Services

Our Site may include links to or embedded content from third-party websites and services.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If we become aware that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete it.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:

TN Ventures LLC
Email: ops@teodoranicolae.com