Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [Insert Date]

Welcome to [Your Art Website Name]! This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website, browse our artwork, or interact with us online.

By using our site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

a) Personal Information (only if you provide it):

• Name
• Email address
• Shipping address (for purchases or commissions)
• Payment info (handled securely via third-party services like Stripe or PayPal)

b) Non-Personal Information (automatically collected):

• Browser type
• IP address
• Pages visited
• Time spent on site
• Device type

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

• Respond to inquiries or commission requests
• Process orders or purchases
• Send updates (like newsletters or exhibition invites – only if you opt in)
• Analyze site usage to improve layout, design, and content

3. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies (the digital kind, not the chocolate chip kind 🍪) to:

• Remember your preferences
• Track how users navigate the site
• Improve site functionality

You can adjust your browser settings to disable cookies, though some features may not work properly.

4. How We Protect Your Info

Your data is handled with care. We use:

• HTTPS encryption
• Secure payment gateways
• Regular software updates and plugin security

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. Ever.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party services like:

• Google Analytics (to understand how the site is used)
• Mailchimp or Substack (to send you newsletters)
• Stripe or PayPal (to process secure payments)

Each of these services has its own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing them for more information.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request a copy of your personal data
• Ask us to correct or delete your information
• Unsubscribe from any email communication

To make a request, email us at: [Your Email Address]

7. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Changes to This Policy

This policy may be updated from time to time. We’ll post changes here and update the “Effective Date” at the top.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or anything else, contact us at: [Your Email Address]

Or use our contact form: [Your Contact Page URL]