Privacy Policy

At Inspired by Carter and Carter & Crew Shop, both operated by Carter & Crew Creative LLC (“we,” “our,” or “us”), we value your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information when you visit our website or purchase our products.

Who We Are

Carter & Crew Creative LLC operates Inspired by Carter, where we share family stories, travel experiences, practical resources, and product recommendations, and Carter & Crew Shop, which offers small-batch buttons, magnets, keychains, and other products rooted in joy, inclusion, and meaningful work. We are committed to protecting your personal information and handling it responsibly.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

When you interact with our website, we may collect:

• Name
• Billing and shipping address
• Email address
• Phone number (if provided)
• Payment information (processed securely by our payment providers)
• Order history
• Customer service communications
• Product reviews or comments you choose to submit

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Time spent on our website
• Referral website
• Cookies and similar technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process and ship your orders
• Provide customer support
• Communicate about your purchases
• Improve our website and products
• Prevent fraud and protect our business
• Comply with legal obligations
• Send marketing emails only if you have chosen to receive them

Payment Information

We do not store your complete credit card information. Payments are processed securely through trusted third-party payment processors, such as Stripe, PayPal, or other payment providers.

Please review the privacy policies of those providers for information about how they handle your payment data.

Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep items in your shopping cart
• Remember your preferences
• Improve website functionality
• Understand website traffic
• Help prevent fraudulent activity

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some features of our website may not function properly.

Email Marketing

If you subscribe to our email list, we may send updates about:

• New products
• Promotions
• Special events
• Company news

You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any marketing email.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information only with trusted service providers necessary to operate our business, including:

• Payment processors
• Shipping carriers
• Website hosting providers
• Email marketing providers
• Analytics providers
• Professional advisors when required

These providers receive only the information necessary to perform their services.

Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain customer information only as long as necessary to:

• Complete transactions
• Maintain business records
• Meet tax and accounting requirements
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes

Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights to:

• Request access to your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Withdraw marketing consent
• Request a copy of your personal information where applicable

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:

Carter & Crew Creative LLC

Email: hello@carterandcrewcreative.com

Website: InspiredByCarter.com

Thank you for supporting our small business. We appreciate the trust you place in us and are committed to protecting your privacy.