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 Privacy Policy & Terms of Use

Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to DAS COMICS / DAVE ALVAREZ STUDIOS. Your privacy and trust are very important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website www.dascomics.com or interact with any of our services, including:

  • Purchases (eBooks, original art, commissions, prints, stickers, etc.)

  • Newsletter signups

  • Online courses and consultations

  • Portfolio and project inquiries

  • Contact forms or support requests

By accessing or using the site, you agree to the practices described below.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal and technical information:

a. Personal Data

When you interact with the site, you may provide:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Billing and shipping address

  • Payment information (processed securely by third-party services)

  • Phone number (optional for shipping or commissions)

  • Social media handles (if contacting via embedded links)

b. Automatically Collected Data

We also collect technical data from your device or browser, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type and operating system

  • Pages visited and time spent

  • Referral links or traffic sources

  • Clicks and scroll behavior (for site performance analytics)

c. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tools to:

  • Save your shopping cart

  • Remember your preferences

  • Track behavior for analytics and user experience
    You can control cookie settings in your browser, but disabling them may affect functionality.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

  • To process transactions and deliver products

  • To provide customer support and respond to inquiries

  • To manage accounts and keep order records

  • To improve site functionality, layout, and user experience

  • To send newsletters, promotional emails, or important updates (only with your consent)

  • To monitor for fraud or security threats

  • To fulfill legal or contractual obligations

4. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your data only in the following situations:

  • With trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, email delivery platforms, course or booking systems) who are contractually obligated to protect it

  • If legally required (e.g., in response to court orders, legal claims, or investigations)

  • To protect the rights, property, or safety of DAS COMICS or our users

  • With your explicit consent

Any aggregated, anonymized data may be shared with sponsors or partners to support content creation (e.g., free eBooks), but this data will never personally identify you.

5. Email Communication & Marketing

With your permission, we may send emails about:

  • New releases, projects, or products

  • Class openings or consultations

  • Special offers or news related to DAS COMICS

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email, or by contacting us directly.

6. Online Classes, Consultations & Commissions

When booking a class or a creative service, you may be required to submit additional information or preferences to personalize your session. This information will be used only for the intended session and will be stored securely.

Recordings (if applicable) will only be made or shared with your explicit permission.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are intended for general audiences. If you are under 13 years old, you must use this website with parental consent. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without parental verification.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data, including:

  • SSL encryption on transactions and forms

  • Limited access to stored data

  • Use of secure third-party services (e.g., PayPal, Wix Payments, Stripe)

While we take all reasonable precautions, no system can guarantee absolute security.

9. International Visitors

If you are visiting this site from outside the United States, please note that your data will be processed in accordance with U.S. and Puerto Rico data laws, which may differ from your country’s laws.

10. Your Rights & Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access, update, or correct your personal information

  • Request deletion of your data (where legally permitted)

  • Withdraw consent from marketing at any time

  • Request a copy of the data we hold about you

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at legal@davealvarezstudio.com.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this document.

Continued use of the site after any changes constitutes your agreement to the updated terms.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

DAVE ALVAREZ STUDIOS / DAS COMICS
Email: legal@davealvarezstudio.com
Website: www.dascomics.com

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Terms of Use

Effective Date: May 2020

Website: www.dascomics.com
Operated by DAVE ALVAREZ STUDIOS / DAS COMICS

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree, please do not use this site.

These Terms apply to all users of the site, including customers, browsers, artists, and students.

2. Use of Website

You may use www.dascomics.com for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

  • Copy, distribute, or reproduce any content without prior written permission

  • Attempt to access restricted areas or interfere with the website’s functionality

  • Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or any harmful code

  • Use this site for fraudulent purposes or illegal activities

Violation of these rules may result in termination of access and legal action.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on this site—including but not limited to artwork, illustrations, comics, designs, branding, product names, and written material—is the property of Dave Álvarez or his licensors, and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.

You may not copy, reuse, modify, or redistribute any materials without express permission.

Custom commissions do not transfer copyright unless stated in writing.

4. Product Purchases

When you buy a product (eBook, print, sticker, etc.):

  • You agree to provide accurate and complete payment and contact information

  • Prices are listed in USD and are subject to change without notice

  • Orders may be canceled or refused for any reason, including suspicion of fraud

  • Digital products are non-refundable once downloaded

  • Physical product returns or exchanges will be handled on a case-by-case basis

5. Commissions & Services

For commissions, classes, consultations, or portfolio reviews:

  • Full or partial payment may be required upfront

  • Delivery times vary based on the nature of the service

  • Refunds will not be issued for completed services unless agreed in advance

  • Rescheduling or cancellation policies apply and may incur a fee

All commissioned work remains property of Dave Álvarez unless otherwise licensed.

6. User Accounts

To access some features, you may need to create an account:

  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials

  • You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

  • We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts at our discretion

7. Links to Third-Party Sites

This site may contain links to external websites or social media platforms. We are not responsible for the content, practices, or privacy policies of those sites.

8. Limitation of Liability

DAVE ALVAREZ STUDIOS shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from:

  • Use or inability to use the website or products

  • Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions

  • Errors or omissions in site content

You use this site at your own risk. All content is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind.

9. Termination

We may terminate or suspend access to the website or services immediately and without notice if you violate these Terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in courts located in Puerto Rico.

11. Modifications

We reserve the right to update or change these Terms at any time. Continued use of the site after changes means you accept the new Terms. The latest version will always be posted here with the effective date.

12. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms, contact us at:

legal@davealvarezstudio.com
www.dascomics.com

 

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