Emalyn Inkz

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 17, 2026

Last Updated: August 17, 2026

Emalyn Inkz (“we,” “us,” “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you interact with us, visit our website at emalyn-inkz.com, book appointments, or receive our services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you interact with us:

1.1 Personal Information

  • Name: First and last name
  • Contact Information: Phone number, email address, mailing address
  • Booking Details: Appointment dates, times, service preferences, tattoo design requests
  • Health Information: Medical conditions, allergies, or health concerns relevant to tattoo services (disclosed voluntarily)
  • Payment Information: Billing information for deposits and services (processed securely through third-party providers)
  • Identification: Government-issued ID information to verify age (18+) when required

1.2 Images and Artwork

  • Design References: Photos or references you provide for tattoo design purposes
  • Tattoo Photos: Photos of completed tattoos (with your consent) for portfolio and marketing
  • Before/After Images: Documentation of your tattoo work

1.3 Automatically Collected Data

We may automatically collect certain information when you visit our website:

  • Device Information: Browser type, device type, operating system
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, referring URLs
  • IP Address: General location information
  • Cookies and Analytics: Website performance and user behavior data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

2.1 Service Delivery

  • Respond to booking inquiries and communicate with you
  • Schedule and confirm appointments
  • Provide tattoo services, including custom design consultation
  • Process deposits and payments
  • Send appointment reminders and updates
  • Provide aftercare instructions and follow-up

2.2 Business Operations

  • Maintain records of services provided
  • Improve our services and customer experience
  • Analyze website performance and user behavior
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
  • Protect against fraud and unauthorized activity

2.3 Marketing and Communications

  • Send promotional offers and updates (with your consent)
  • Share portfolio work and completed tattoos on social media and website
  • Maintain customer relationships and engagement

3. SMS/Text Messaging

3.1 Consent to Receive Text Messages

When you provide your mobile phone number and consent to receive text messages by checking the SMS opt-in box on our booking form, you agree to receive text messages from Emalyn Inkz at the phone number provided.

3.2 Types of Messages

We may send you the following types of text messages:

Transactional Messages:

  • Appointment confirmations
  • Appointment reminders (typically 24-48 hours before)
  • Booking updates or changes
  • Rescheduling notifications
  • Aftercare instructions and follow-up
  • Responses to your inquiries

Promotional Messages (if you opted in separately):

  • Special offers and promotions
  • Flash appointment availability
  • New design announcements
  • Studio updates and news

3.3 Message Frequency

Message frequency varies based on your appointment schedule and opt-in preferences:

  • Transactional: 2-5 messages per appointment (confirmation, reminder, day-of, aftercare, follow-up)
  • Promotional: 1-4 messages per month (only if you opted in)
  • Frequency may increase during active appointment scheduling or rescheduling

3.4 Message and Data Rates

Standard message and data rates may apply based on your mobile carrier’s plan. We do not charge for text messages, but your carrier may. Please contact your mobile carrier for details about your messaging plan and any applicable charges.

3.5 How to Opt-Out

You may opt out of text messages at any time using any of these methods:

Primary Method:

  • Reply STOP, UNSUBSCRIBE, CANCEL, END, or QUIT to any text message from us

Alternative Methods:

  • Email us at booking@emalyn-inkz.com with your phone number and request to opt-out
  • Call us at 510-930-3154 and request to opt-out
  • Inform our staff during any in-person or phone interaction

After Opting Out:

  • You will receive one final confirmation message that you have been unsubscribed
  • You will no longer receive text messages from us unless you re-opt-in
  • Opting out does not cancel any scheduled appointments
  • You are still responsible for honoring your bookings

To Re-Opt-In:

  • Complete a new booking form with SMS consent
  • Contact us at booking@emalyn-inkz.com or 510-930-3154 to request re-enrollment

3.6 Help and Support

For help with text messages, you may:

  • Reply HELP or INFO to any text message from us
  • Email us at booking@emalyn-inkz.com
  • Call us at 510-930-3154
  • Visit emalyn-inkz.com/contact/

You will receive information about our text messaging program, including how to opt-out and how to contact us for support.

3.7 Supported Carriers and Delivery

Our text messaging service is available on all major U.S. mobile carriers including:

  • AT&T
  • T-Mobile
  • Verizon
  • Sprint
  • US Cellular
  • And most other carriers

Important Notes:

  • Mobile carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages
  • Message delivery may be affected by network conditions, device settings, or carrier limitations
  • We are not responsible for messages that are blocked, filtered, or delayed by carriers

3.8 SMS Data Collection and Use

When you opt in to text messages, we collect and use:

  • Your mobile phone number
  • Opt-in timestamp and method
  • Message delivery status
  • Your responses to our messages
  • Opt-out requests

This information is used solely to:

  • Deliver the text messages you requested
  • Maintain opt-in and opt-out records
  • Comply with text messaging regulations
  • Improve our messaging service

3.9 SMS Data Sharing and Privacy

We do NOT:

  • Sell your mobile phone number to third parties
  • Rent your mobile phone number to third parties
  • Share your text message opt-in data with third parties for their marketing purposes

We MAY share your mobile phone number with:

  • Messaging Service Providers: Third-party platforms that help us send and manage text messages (e.g., Twilio, GoHighLevel)
  • Service Providers: Booking systems and appointment scheduling tools that need your number to function
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law, to comply with legal processes, or to protect our rights

All third-party service providers are contractually required to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

3.10 SMS Data Retention

  • We retain your phone number and opt-in records for as long as you are opted in
  • After you opt out, we maintain your phone number on a suppression list to prevent accidental messaging
  • Message history may be retained for up to 7 years for business records and compliance purposes
  • You may request deletion of your data as described in Section 9 (Your Privacy Rights)

4. Sharing of Information

4.1 We Do Not Sell Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

4.2 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our business, including:

  • Booking and Scheduling: Appointment management systems
  • Payment Processing: Stripe, Square, or other payment processors (we do not store full payment details)
  • Messaging Platforms: SMS/text messaging service providers
  • Website Hosting: Website and email hosting services
  • Analytics: Google Analytics or similar tools to understand website usage
  • Customer Support: Tools that help us communicate with and support customers

All service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

4.3 Legal Obligations

We may disclose your information if required to:

  • Comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes
  • Respond to lawful requests from public authorities
  • Enforce our Terms of Service
  • Protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
  • Protect the rights, privacy, safety, or property of our customers or the public

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred to the successor entity. We will notify you of any such change and any choices you may have regarding your information.

5. Data Security

5.1 Security Measures

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Security measures include:

  • Secure data transmission (SSL/TLS encryption)
  • Secure storage of sensitive information
  • Limited access to personal information (only authorized staff)
  • Regular security reviews and updates
  • Third-party payment processors for secure payment handling

5.2 No Guarantee of Security

While we implement industry-standard security practices, no system is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information. You provide information at your own risk.

5.3 Your Responsibility

You are responsible for:

  • Keeping your contact information up to date
  • Protecting your account credentials (if applicable)
  • Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access or security breach

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

6.1 What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us understand how you use our site and improve your experience.

6.2 Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality (e.g., remembering your session)
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand site traffic and user behavior (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Marketing Cookies: May be used to deliver relevant advertising (if applicable)

6.3 Your Cookie Choices

You can adjust your browser settings to:

  • Refuse all cookies
  • Notify you when a cookie is set
  • Delete cookies after browsing

Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

6.4 Do Not Track

Our website does not currently respond to “Do Not Track” browser signals, but you can control cookies through your browser settings.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we discover that we have collected information from someone under 18, we will delete it immediately.

9. Your Privacy Rights

9.1 Access and Update

You may request access to or updates of your personal information by contacting us at booking@emalyn-inkz.com or 510-930-3154.

9.2 Deletion

You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to:

  • Legal obligations to retain certain records
  • Ongoing business relationships or pending appointments
  • Legitimate business purposes (e.g., fraud prevention, maintaining suppression lists)

9.3 Opt-Out of Marketing

You may opt out of promotional communications at any time by:

  • Replying STOP to text messages
  • Clicking “unsubscribe” in promotional emails
  • Contacting us at booking@emalyn-inkz.com

Note: You cannot opt out of transactional messages related to your appointments and services.

9.4 California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to Know: What personal information we collect, use, and share
  • Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at booking@emalyn-inkz.com or 510-930-3154.

9.5 Other State Privacy Rights

If you reside in states with privacy laws (e.g., Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut), you may have similar rights. Contact us to learn more.

10. Data Retention

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

  • Provide services and fulfill appointments
  • Maintain business records
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements (typically 7 years for financial records)
  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

After retention periods expire:

  • Information is securely deleted or anonymized
  • Suppression lists (opt-out records) are retained indefinitely to honor your preferences

11. International Users

Our services are based in the United States. If you access our website or services from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S. By using our services, you consent to this transfer.

12. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements.

When We Update:

  • We will post the updated policy on this page
  • We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top
  • Significant changes may be communicated via email or text message

Your Continued Use: Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:

Emalyn Inkz @ Ink Myth Tattoo
32475 Clinton Keith Rd Ste 106
Wildomar, CA 92595
Email: booking@emalyn-inkz.com
Phone: 510-930-3154
Website: emalyn-inkz.com