Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 12/5/25

This Cookie Policy explains how Quiet Storm Studio LLC, DBA Madilyn McClain Art (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.madilynmcclainart.com (“the Site”). By using our Site, you agree to the use of cookies as described below.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website function properly, remember your preferences, and understand how visitors interact with the site.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to provide core site functionality, operate our online store, understand how visitors use the Site, and improve the browsing experience.

Because we use Squarespace, the cookies on our website fall into the following categories:

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are required for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They help with:

  • Security and fraud prevention

  • Page navigation

  • Accessing secure areas of the site

  • Processing orders through Squarespace Commerce

Examples include:

  • Site security cookies

  • Login/authentication cookies

  • Shopping cart and checkout cookies

2. Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the Site to remember your preferences and improve usability. They help with:

  • Remembering your region or currency

  • Adjusting site layout for mobile vs. desktop

  • Saving items in your cart

  • Keeping track of form submissions

3. Analytics & Performance Cookies

We use Squarespace’s built-in analytics tools to understand how visitors use our Site. These cookies help us:

  • Track page views and traffic patterns

  • Measure performance

  • Identify which content is most useful

  • Improve the experience over time

No Google Analytics is currently used.

Squarespace may collect aggregated, anonymized information such as:

  • Device type and browser

  • IP address (used for security and approximate location)

  • Pages viewed and time spent on the Site

  • Referring websites

4. Commerce & Payment Cookies

When you make a purchase, Squarespace Commerce uses cookies to:

  • Process and verify transactions

  • Maintain your cart and checkout flow

  • Enable payment options like Squarespace Payments, PayPal, or Klarna (depending on what you select at checkout)

These third-party payment providers may also set their own cookies during checkout.

5. Marketing & Email Cookies

If you join our email list or engage with email campaigns created through Squarespace Email Campaigns, cookies may be used to:

  • Understand which emails were opened

  • Track links clicked within campaigns

  • Improve future email content

We do not run third-party advertising networks or targeted advertising beyond Squarespace’s standard tools.

How Long Cookies Are Stored

Some cookies remain on your device only while your browser is open (“session cookies”).
Others stay longer (“persistent cookies”) until they expire or you delete them.

Squarespace sets both types.

Controlling Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • Block cookies

  • Delete existing cookies

  • Receive warnings before cookies are stored

However, disabling essential or functional cookies may impact the site’s ability to function, including the ability to shop or check out.

Do Not Track Signals

Our Site does not currently respond to Do Not Track (DNT) signals, as there is no consistent industry standard for how sites should interpret them.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will take effect immediately upon posting.

Questions?

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact:

madilynmcclainart@gmail.com