Privacy Policy & Terms of Use

Effective Date: June 27, 2026 · These policies apply to steppingstonestudiollc.com and all services offered by Stepping Stone Studio LLC.

Privacy Policy

Stepping Stone Studio LLC ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website at steppingstonestudiollc.com or contact us through our forms.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

When you fill out our contact or waitlist form, you may provide:

• Your name
• Your email address
• Your phone number (optional)
• Your area of interest (selected from a dropdown)
• Any message you choose to include

This information is submitted voluntarily. You are never required to provide it to browse our website.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain information is collected automatically by our analytics tools, including:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• General geographic location (city or region level, not your precise address)
• Browser type and device type
• How you arrived at our site (search engine, direct link, referral)

This data is anonymous and aggregated. We cannot identify you personally from it. We use it only to understand how people find and use our website so we can improve it.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to:

• Respond to your inquiry or message
• Add you to our waitlist and notify you when we have availability
• Send you updates about Stepping Stone Studio LLC that you have requested
• Improve our website and services based on feedback

We will never:

• Sell your personal information to anyone
• Share your information with advertisers
• Send you marketing emails you did not ask for
• Use your information for any purpose unrelated to Stepping Stone Studio LLC

Third-Party Services

Our website uses a small number of trusted third-party services. Each has its own privacy policy:

Netlify (Website Hosting & Forms)

Our website is hosted by Netlify, Inc. When you submit our contact form, your submission is processed and stored by Netlify. Netlify's privacy policy is available at netlify.com/privacy.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics collects anonymized data about your visit. It does not collect your name, email, or any personally identifying information. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

Ko-fi

Our website links to our Ko-fi page for mission support. If you visit Ko-fi or make a contribution, that transaction is handled entirely by Ko-fi and is subject to Ko-fi's own privacy policy at ko-fi.com/privacy. We do not collect or store your payment information.

Cookies & Analytics

Our website uses cookies. These are small text files stored in your browser to enable analytics and improve your experience. Specifically:

• Google Analytics cookies track anonymized usage patterns

You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time. Note that doing so may affect some website functionality. Most browsers also allow you to browse in "private" or "incognito" mode, which limits cookie storage.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access You can request a copy of any personal information we hold about you
• Correction Please ask us to correct inaccurate information
• Deletion Please ask us to delete your information from our records
• Opt out Unsubscribe from any communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at hello@steppingstonestudiollc.com. We will respond within 30 days.

Contact Us About Privacy

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please reach out:

Terms of Use

By accessing and using steppingstonestudiollc.com, you agree to the following terms. Please read them carefully. If you do not agree, please do not use this website.

Use of This Website

This website is provided for informational purposes about Stepping Stone Studio LLC and its programs. You may browse, read, and share content from this website for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not:

• Copy or reproduce substantial portions of this website's content without permission
• Use this website for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of our systems
• Submit false, misleading, or spam content through our contact form

Intellectual Property

All content on this website including text, graphics, logos, and artwork is the property of Stepping Stone Studio LLC or its content creators (including artwork created by our family members). All rights are reserved. The logo and visual artwork were created by the artist associated with Stepping Stone Studio and may not be reproduced without written permission.

No Tenancy or Legal Agreement

Nothing on this website constitutes an offer of tenancy, a binding rental agreement, or a legal contract of any kind. Submitting the contact or waitlist form does not guarantee housing availability, program enrollment, or any specific outcome. All program details, pricing, and availability are subject to change.

Financial Information Disclaimer

Any savings illustrations, financial projections, or example calculations shown on this website are for illustrative purposes only. They do not constitute financial advice. Actual savings amounts will vary based on individual program terms, contribution amounts, and market interest rates. We encourage you to consult a qualified financial advisor for personalized guidance.

Real Estate Disclaimer

Stepping Stone Studio LLC is currently pursuing real estate licensure in the state of Nebraska. Information on this website is provided for general educational purposes and does not constitute licensed real estate advice or brokerage services. When a license is obtained, this disclaimer will be updated accordingly.

General Disclaimer

This website is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. Stepping Stone Studio LLC makes no representations about the completeness or accuracy of information on this website and is not liable for any errors, omissions, or outcomes resulting from use of this information.

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy and Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be reflected by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.