Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 15, 2026

The Santa Barbara Museum of Art ("SBMA," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide when visiting the SBMA Store website.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you visit or make a purchase through the SBMA Store website.

Information We Collect

When you visit the SBMA Store website, we may collect certain information about your device, your interaction with our website, and information necessary to process purchases.

Device Information

We may collect information such as:

Web browser type
IP address
Time zone
Cookie information
Pages and products viewed
Search terms
How you interact with our website

We collect this information automatically through technologies such as cookies, log files, pixels, and similar tools.

We use this information to:

Improve website functionality and visitor experience
Understand how visitors use our website
Maintain website security
Analyze website performance

Order Information

When you make a purchase through the SBMA Store, we may collect:

Name
Billing address
Shipping address
Email address
Phone number
Payment information
Order history and purchase details

We use this information to:

Process and fulfill orders
Complete payments
Send order confirmations and receipts
Communicate with you regarding your purchase
Prevent fraudulent transactions
Provide information about products, events, and Museum Store updates when you have opted to receive such communications

Customer Support Information

If you contact us for assistance, we may collect information you provide, including your name, email address, order details, and any information necessary to respond to your inquiry.

How We Use Your Information

We use personal information collected through the SBMA Store to:

Provide and fulfill purchases
Process payments and shipping
Respond to customer inquiries
Improve our website and services
Communicate about products, promotions, and Museum Store updates when permitted
Protect against fraud and unauthorized transactions

Sharing Personal Information

We may share personal information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating the SBMA Store, processing payments, fulfilling orders, and maintaining our website.

Our online store is hosted through Shopify. Shopify processes information on our behalf to provide ecommerce services. You can learn more about Shopify's privacy practices through Shopify's Privacy Policy.

We may also disclose information when required by law, legal processes, or to protect the rights, safety, and security of SBMA, our visitors, and our community.

We do not sell personal information.

Cookies

Cookies are small data files placed on your device when you visit a website. Cookies help us provide a better browsing experience by remembering preferences, supporting website functionality, and helping us understand how visitors use our website.

You may adjust your browser settings to control or disable cookies. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain website features.

Your California Privacy Rights

California residents may have certain rights regarding their personal information under applicable privacy laws, including the right to:

Request access to personal information we collect
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions

To submit a privacy-related request, please contact us using the information below.

Children's Privacy

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

If you believe a child has provided personal information through our website, please contact us and we will take appropriate steps to address the request.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or Museum Store operations.

Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:

Santa Barbara Museum of Art
1130 State Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Email: sbmastore@sbma.net