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LEGAL CENTER

1. TERMS OF SERVICE

 

OVERVIEW

This website is operated by LINDA CHIDO ART, a sole proprietorship owned by Linda Chido. Throughout the site, the terms “we,” “us,” and “our” refer to LINDA CHIDO ART. We offer this website—including all information, tools, and services—conditioned upon your acceptance of all terms, conditions, policies, and notices contained here.

By visiting our site and/or purchasing something from us, you engage in our “Service” and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to all terms, you may not access the site or use the Service.

Any new features added to the store shall also be subject to these Terms. We reserve the right to update, change, or replace any part of these Terms by posting updates on the Site. Continued use after any changes constitutes acceptance.

Our store is hosted on Wix, which provides the e-commerce platform that allows us to offer products and services to you.

 

SECTION 1 – ONLINE STORE TERMS

By agreeing to these Terms, you confirm you are at least the age of majority in your jurisdiction, or you have given consent for a minor dependent to use the site.

You may not use our products for unlawful purposes or violate any applicable laws.
You must not transmit viruses, malware, or destructive code.
A breach of any term results in immediate termination of the Service.

SECTION 2 – GENERAL CONDITIONS

We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone at any time for any reason.

You understand that your content (excluding payment information) may be transferred unencrypted across networks. Payment information is always encrypted during transfer.

You agree not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, or exploit any part of the Service without express written permission.

 

SECTION 3 – ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS & TIMELINESS

Content on this site may not always be accurate, complete, or current. It is provided for general information only.

We may modify site contents at any time without obligation to update.

SECTION 4 – MODIFICATIONS TO SERVICE & PRICES

Prices may change without notice.
We may modify or discontinue any Service at any time without liability.

 

SECTION 5 – PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Product descriptions, availability, or pricing may change at any time without notice.
We reserve the right to limit quantities and discontinue products.

We attempt to display colors and images accurately but cannot guarantee your device’s display.

We do not warrant that products or services will meet your expectations or that errors will be corrected.

 

SECTION 5A – ORIGINAL ARTWORK & COPYRIGHT

All original artworks, prints, images, digital files, text, and creative content (“Artwork”) are protected by U.S. copyright law.

All copyrights, reproduction rights, and moral rights remain the exclusive property of the artist, Linda Chido.
Purchasing a physical artwork does not transfer copyright.

You may NOT:

  • reproduce, scan, photograph, or distribute Artwork

  • create derivative works

  • use Artwork in commercial settings or branding

  • resell digital files or reproductions

  • use Artwork for AI training or machine learning

 

All rights not expressly granted are reserved.

 

SECTION 5B – COMMISSIONS & CUSTOM WORK

Deposits & Payments

A non-refundable deposit is required to begin commissioned work. Once work begins, all payments become non-refundable.

Revisions

Revisions beyond what is agreed may incur additional fees. Artistic decisions remain at the discretion of the artist.

Copyright

Commissioning an artwork does not transfer copyright.
You receive the physical artwork and a personal display license only.

Commercial usage requires a separate written licensing agreement.

SECTION 5C – DIGITAL CONTENT

Digital downloads, PDFs, educational materials, and online courses (“Digital Content”) are the exclusive intellectual property of Linda Chido.

Purchasing Digital Content grants you a limited, non-transferable, non-commercial personal-use license only.

You may NOT:

  • share, forward, or redistribute files

  • post content publicly

  • share login credentials

  • use content for teaching without written permission

 

Digital Content is non-refundable once delivered or accessed.

 

SECTION 6 – BILLING & ACCOUNT INFORMATION

We may refuse or limit orders placed under the same account, payment method, or shipping address.

You must provide accurate and current purchase information.

 

SECTION 7 – OPTIONAL TOOLS

We may provide access to third-party tools “as is.” Your use is at your own risk.

 

SECTION 8 – THIRD-PARTY LINKS

We are not responsible for third-party content or websites and encourage you to review their policies.

 

SECTION 9 – USER COMMENTS & SUBMISSIONS

Any comments or materials submitted may be used by us without restriction. You agree your submissions will not violate any rights or contain harmful content.

 

SECTION 10 – PERSONAL INFORMATION

Personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy.

 

SECTION 11 – ERRORS & OMISSIONS

We may correct errors or inaccuracies at any time. We are not obligated to update information.

 

SECTION 12 – PROHIBITED USES

You are prohibited from using the Site to:

  • violate laws

  • infringe intellectual property

  • harass or intimidate

  • upload malware

  • collect personal information

  • spam, phish, or scrape

  • circumvent security features

 

SECTION 13 – WARRANTY DISCLAIMER & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

The Service is provided “as is” without warranties.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, LINDA CHIDO ART and Linda Chido are not liable for indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, including lost profits or data.

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the product or service.

 

SECTION 14 – INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Linda Chido and LINDA CHIDO ART for claims arising from your breach of these Terms.

 

SECTION 15 – SEVERABILITY

If any provision is unenforceable, the remainder remains in effect.

 

SECTION 16 – TERMINATION

We may terminate access at any time for any breach of the Terms.

 

SECTION 17 – ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms and posted policies constitute the entire agreement.

 

SECTION 18 – GOVERNING LAW

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas.
All disputes shall be resolved exclusively in courts located in Hays County, Texas.

 

SECTION 19 – SHIPPING, DELIVERY & RISK OF LOSS

See full Shipping Policy below.

 

SECTION 20 – ARTWORK CARE

We are not responsible for damage occurring after delivery due to conditions such as handling, framing, sunlight, humidity, or temperature.

 

SECTION 21 – FORCE MAJEURE

We are not liable for delays caused by events beyond our control, including natural disasters, pandemics, or carrier failure.

 

SECTION 22 – CHANGES TO TERMS

You may review the most current version at any time.

 

SECTION 23 – CONTACT

For questions regarding these Terms:
Email: linda@lindachido.com

2. PRIVACY POLICY

 

Effective Date: November 15, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Linda Chido Art, owned and operated by Linda Chido, collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information when you visit or make a purchase from www.lindachido.com (the “Site”).

 

By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We collect two types of information: Device Information and Order Information.

 

A. Device Information

When you visit the Site, we automatically collect information such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Time zone

  • Cookies stored on your device

  • Pages or products you view

  • Referring sites or search terms

  • How you interact with the Site

This is collected through cookies, log files, web beacons, tags, and pixels.

 

B. Order Information

When you make or attempt to make a purchase, we collect:

  • Name

  • Billing and shipping addresses

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Payment information (processed securely via third-party providers)

  • Purchase details

 

C. Personal Information

“Personal Information” means Device Information + Order Information.

 

2. HOW WE USE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

A. To Fulfill Orders

  • Process payments

  • Arrange shipping

  • Provide receipts and confirmations

  • Communicate about your order

B. To Improve Our Site

  • Analyze how visitors browse

  • Evaluate marketing effectiveness

  • Diagnose and address technical issues

C. To Prevent Fraud

We may use your IP address or other technical data to identify suspicious activity.

D. For Marketing (With Consent)

 

If you opt in, we may:

  • Send newsletters

  • Share updates about exhibitions, launches, events

  • Provide special offers

You may unsubscribe at any time.

 

3. SHARING YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

We share Personal Information only with trusted third parties who help us operate the Site.

These include:

A. Wix

Website hosting, analytics, and security.

B. Payment Processors

Examples: Stripe, PayPal, Venmo (via PayPal), and Wix Payments.
These providers receive only the information required to process your transaction.

We do not store full credit card numbers.

C. Shipping Providers

Carriers such as USPS, UPS, FedEx, or third-party shipping fulfillment.

D. Email Service Providers

For sending newsletters and announcements.

E. Legal Requirements

We may disclose information to comply with laws, subpoenas, or lawful requests.

F. Third-Party Links

Once you navigate away from our Site, this Privacy Policy no longer applies.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.

 

4. COOKIES & TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

We use cookies to:

  • Enable essential website functions

  • Remember preferences

  • Improve performance and analytics

  • Support marketing efforts

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not work properly.

 

5. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

If you are accessing the Site from outside the United States:

  • Your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S.

  • U.S. privacy laws may differ from those of your country

We take appropriate steps to protect your information regardless of location.

 

6. GDPR NOTICE (EU & UK RESIDENTS)

If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, you have specific rights under the GDPR/UK GDPR, including the right to:

  • Access the Personal Information we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Restrict or object to certain processing

  • Request a copy of your data (“data portability”)

  • Withdraw consent for marketing at any time

 

Legal Basis for Processing:
We process your information because it is necessary to:

  • Fulfill a contract (e.g., completing an order)

  • Pursue legitimate business interests

  • Comply with legal obligations

 

To exercise GDPR rights, contact:
📧 linda@lindachido.com

We will respond within 30 days.

 

7. CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS (CCPA/CPRA)

Although LINDA CHIDO ART does not meet the thresholds requiring formal CCPA compliance, we voluntarily extend certain rights to California residents.

If you reside in California, you may:

  • Request to know what Personal Information we collect

  • Request deletion of your Personal Information (with certain exceptions)

  • Request information about how we share or disclose data

  • Opt out of marketing communications at any time

 

We do not sell or share Personal Information.

 

To exercise California privacy rights, contact:
📧 linda@lindachido.com

8. YOUR RIGHTS (ALL USERS)

Regardless of where you live, you may:

  • Request access to your data

  • Request corrections

  • Request deletion, when legally permitted

  • Opt out of email marketing

 

To submit a request, email:
📧 linda@lindachido.com

 

9. DATA RETENTION

We retain Order Information for our business records unless:

  • you request deletion, or

  • a longer retention period is required for tax, legal, or accounting purposes.

Email subscriptions are retained until you unsubscribe.

10. SECURITY

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards — including SSL encryption, secure payment processing, and Wix platform security — to protect your information.

However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.
We cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Our Site is not intended for children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

Parents who believe their child’s information has been collected may contact us for removal.

 

12. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect:

  • legal changes

  • operational updates

  • changes to our practices

 

Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”

Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

13. CONTACT US

For questions, concerns, or privacy-related requests, contact:

📧 Email: linda@lindachido.com
🏛 Mailing Address:
LINDA CHIDO ART 
121 Clover Cove
Kyle, Texas 78640
United States

3. RETURNS, EXCHANGES & REFUNDS POLICY

Return Window

Our return window lasts 14 days from the date you receive your item.
If 14 days have passed, we unfortunately cannot offer a refund or exchange.

 

Items Not Eligible for Return

The following items are final sale and cannot be returned:

  • Original artworks

  • Commissions or custom work

  • Digital downloads, courses, or online content

  • Gift cards

  • Sale or discounted items

  • Artwork that has been opened, handled, or damaged after delivery

These exclusions are standard in the art industry and protect the value of original work.

 

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for a return:

  • The item must be in the same condition in which it was received

  • It must be returned in the original packaging

  • You must provide a receipt or proof of purchase

Items returned without prior approval will not be accepted.

 

Damaged or Incorrect Items

Damaged on Arrival

If your item arrives damaged, you must notify us within 48 hours of delivery.

Email must include:

  • Photos of the outer box

  • Photos of the inner packaging

  • Photos of the damage to the artwork or product

  • Your order number

After reviewing the issue, we will determine the appropriate resolution, which may include repair, replacement (if possible), or a claim with the shipping carrier.

Damage occurring after delivery—including exposure to sunlight, humidity, mishandling, improper framing, or environmental conditions—is not covered.

Incorrect or Missing Items

If your order arrives incomplete or incorrect, contact us immediately so we can resolve the issue.

 

How to Start a Return

To request a return, please contact us through the Contact Page on this website.

 

If your return is approved:

  • We will issue a return shipping label

  • We will provide instructions for returning your item

Items returned without authorization will be refused.

 

Return Shipping Costs

You are responsible for return shipping costs unless:

  • The item arrived defective, or

  • It was not the item you ordered

 

For high-value returns (over $75), we strongly recommend:

  • Using a trackable shipping service

  • Purchasing shipping insurance

 

We cannot guarantee that we will receive any item returned without tracking.

 

Refunds

Once your return is received and inspected, we will notify you of approval or rejection.

 

If approved:

  • Your refund will be processed to your original payment method

  • Processing typically takes 5–10 business days

Shipping charges are non-refundable, except in cases of incorrect or defective items.

 

Sale Items

Only regularly priced items may be refunded.
Sale items, discounted items, and promotional items are final sale and cannot be refunded.

4. SHIPPING & DELIVERY POLICY​

Order Processing

Orders are typically processed within 3–5 business days.
We ship Monday–Friday and do not ship on U.S. public holidays.

High-volume periods (holidays, promotions, exhibitions) may require additional processing time.

 

Shipping Provider

All shipments are fulfilled through Austin Mail Express, unless otherwise stated.

Tracking information is provided once an order ships.

 

Risk of Loss

Domestic orders: risk of loss transfers upon delivery to your address.
International orders: risk transfers when your package is delivered to the carrier.

 

Damaged Shipments

If an item arrives damaged:

  • Contact us within 48 hours

  • Provide photos of the box, packaging, damage, and your order number

We will evaluate the issue and determine next steps.

 

Damage occurring after delivery (light exposure, moisture, framing issues, accidents, environmental factors, etc.) is not covered.

 

Incorrect or Missing Items

Contact us immediately so we can resolve the issue.

 

International Shipping

Customers are responsible for:

  • customs duties

  • import taxes

  • brokerage fees

  • delays caused by customs

 

Shipping Costs

You are responsible for return shipping costs unless:

  • you received an incorrect item

  • the item was defective upon arrival

5. ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

 

LINDA CHIDO ART is committed to ensuring that all individuals—including those with disabilities—can access and use our website.

 

If you experience difficulty accessing any part of this website, please contact us:

Email: linda@lindachido.com

 

When contacting us, please include:

  • the page or URL where you experienced the issue

  • a description of the problem

  • the device or browser you are using

 

We will make every reasonable effort to address your concerns promptly.

6. COPYRIGHT NOTICE

All artworks, images, prints, books, digital products, classes, and all creative materials on this website are the exclusive intellectual property of Linda Chido.

Copyright Ownership

  • © 1999–2025 Linda Chido. All Rights Reserved.

  • Artworks are protected under U.S. and international copyright law.

 

No Transfer of Rights

Purchasing an original artwork, print, or digital product does not transfer copyright.

 

Prohibited Uses

You may not:

  • reproduce, photograph, or scan artworks for commercial or public use

  • create derivative works

  • train AI or machine learning models using the artwork

  • sell or redistribute digital files

  • use the artwork on merchandise, logos, branding, or promotional materials

  • upload the artwork to image banks or websites that enable copying

 

Permitted Uses

Collectors may:

  • display the artwork privately

  • resell the physical artwork (first-sale doctrine)
    —but may not reproduce it.

 

Licensing

All commercial use requires written permission via a formal licensing agreement.

Unauthorized reproduction is a violation of U.S. copyright law (17 U.S.C. § 101 et seq.).

For licensing inquiries: linda@lindachido.com

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