Privacy Policy for GraduationWall.com

Effective Date: January 20, 2026
Last Updated: January 20, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to GraduationWall.com ("Website," "we," "us," or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains how GraduationWall, LLC, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you visit and use our Website.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices. By using GraduationWall.com, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Key Points:

2. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information from and about users of our Website.

2.1 Information You Provide to Us

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect:

User-Generated Content: When you participate in our community, we collect:

Communications: When you contact us, we collect:

Newsletter Subscription: If you subscribe to our newsletter:

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

Usage Data: When you visit our Website, we automatically collect:

Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect:

See Section 7 for detailed information about cookies.

2.3 Information from Third Parties

Social Media: If you log in via social media (Facebook, Google, etc.), we may receive:

Analytics Providers: We receive aggregated data from:

Affiliate Partners: When you click affiliate links, we may receive:

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

3.1 To Provide and Improve Services

3.2 To Communicate With You

3.3 For Marketing and Advertising

3.4 For Analytics and Research

3.5 For Security and Legal Compliance

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Public Information

Community Gallery:

You control what you make public - don't share information you want to keep private.

4.2 Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf:

Hosting and Infrastructure:

Analytics:

Email Services:

Payment Processing:

Customer Support:

These providers have access to personal information only to perform specific tasks and are obligated to protect your information.

4.3 Affiliate Partners

When you click on affiliate links:

4.4 Advertising Partners

We work with advertising partners who may:

Advertising Partners May Include:

4.5 Business Transfers

If GraduationWall, LLC is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets:

4.6 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required to:

4.7 With Your Consent

We may share information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

5.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognize you and remember your preferences.

5.2 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Always Active):

Analytics Cookies:

Advertising Cookies:

Preference Cookies:

Social Media Cookies:

5.3 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through:

Note: Disabling certain cookies may limit Website functionality.

5.4 Do Not Track

Some browsers have "Do Not Track" features. We currently do not respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can control tracking through cookie settings.

5.5 Third-Party Tracking

Third parties (advertisers, analytics providers) may use their own cookies. We do not control these cookies. Review their privacy policies:

6. Third-Party Services and Links

6.1 Third-Party Websites

Our Website contains links to third-party websites, including:

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. Each site has its own privacy policy.

6.2 Social Media Features

We include social sharing buttons and features from:

These features may collect your IP address and page information, and may set cookies. Social media features are governed by the privacy policies of the respective platforms.

6.3 Embedded Content

We may embed content from third parties:

These embeds may track your activity. Review the privacy policies of these services.

7. Data Security

7.1 Security Measures

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information:

7.2 Limitations

No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information:

7.3 Data Breaches

In the event of a data breach:

8. Your Privacy Rights

8.1 General Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: Request a copy of your personal information

Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information

Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)

Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service

Objection: Object to certain processing activities

Restriction: Request limitation of processing

Withdrawal: Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)

8.2 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise these rights:

We will respond to requests within 30 days.

8.3 California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights:

Right to Know:

Right to Delete:

Right to Opt-Out:

Right to Non-Discrimination:

Shine the Light:

Do Not Sell My Personal Information: We do not sell personal information in the traditional sense. However, sharing data with advertising partners may be considered a "sale" under CCPA. You can opt out using:

8.4 European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area:

Legal Basis for Processing:

Additional Rights:

Data Transfers: Data may be transferred to the United States. We use appropriate safeguards for international transfers.

8.5 Nevada Privacy Rights

Nevada residents may opt out of the sale of certain covered information. Contact us at info@graduationwall.com.

9. Children's Privacy

9.1 Age Requirement

Our Website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

9.2 Parental Consent

Users between 13 and 18 must have parental or guardian permission to:

9.3 Photos of Minors

When submitting photos that include minors:

9.4 COPPA Compliance

If we learn we have collected information from a child under 13:

10. Data Retention

10.1 How Long We Keep Data

Account Information:

User Content:

Analytics Data:

Communications:

Legal Requirements:

10.2 Deletion Requests

To request deletion:

11. International Users

11.1 United States Operations

GraduationWall.com is operated from the United States. Information is processed and stored in the United States.

11.2 Data Transfers

By using our Website, you consent to:

11.3 Privacy Shield

While the EU-U.S. Privacy Shield framework has been invalidated, we maintain appropriate safeguards for international data transfers.

12. Newsletter and Email Communications

12.1 Marketing Emails

If you subscribe to our newsletter:

12.2 Unsubscribe

You can opt out at any time:

12.3 Transactional Emails

We may still send non-marketing emails:

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

13.1 Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect:

13.2 Notification

When we make material changes:

13.3 Review

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

14. Contact Information

14.1 Questions and Concerns

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices:

GraduationWall, LLC
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Email: info@graduationwall.com
Website: https://graduationwall.com/contact

14.2 Data Protection Officer

For privacy-related inquiries, contact:
Email: info@graduationwall.com

14.3 Response Time

We will respond to privacy inquiries within 30 days.

15. Special Situations

15.1 User Research and Testing

We may occasionally:

Participation is voluntary, and we will obtain consent.

15.2 Contests and Giveaways

If we run contests or giveaways:

15.3 Events and Meetups

If we host events:

16. Specific Service Disclosures

16.1 Amazon Associates

As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. When you click Amazon links:

16.2 eBay Partner Network

We participate in the eBay Partner Network. When you click eBay links:

16.3 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand usage:

16.4 Social Media Integration

When you use social sharing features:

16.5 AWS S3 Storage

We use Amazon Web Services (AWS) S3 for file storage:

17. Your Responsibilities

17.1 Account Security

You are responsible for:

17.2 Public Content

Remember:

17.3 Third-Party Interactions

When you interact with third parties through our Website:

18. Accessibility

We are committed to making our Privacy Policy accessible. If you have difficulty accessing this policy or need it in another format, contact us at info@graduationwall.com.

Summary of Key Points

What We Collect:

How We Use It:

How We Share It:

Your Rights:

Security:

Contact Us:

Effective Date: January 20, 2026
Last Updated: January 20, 2026

By using GraduationWall.com, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

© 2026 GraduationWall, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

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