Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 21, 2026

Confidentiality Commitment & Data Protection

At [Name of your site/Gallery], we understand that acquiring a work of art is a personal and significant journey. We are committed to protecting your privacy with the utmost care, in full compliance with international data protection standards (including GDPR).

Minimal Data Collection

We only collect the information strictly necessary to process your orders and organize the international shipping of your artworks.

Our minimal data collection policy ensures that only essential information is gathered. We never request superfluous information and strictly adhere to the data minimization principle outlined in GDPR.

Secure Transactions

SSL Protection: Your payment details are processed through high-level encrypted protocols (SSL) and are never stored on our servers.

Security Features

  • SSL Encryption: All transactions are protected by SSL protocol (visible padlock in address bar)
  • Secure Storage: Our servers are hosted on secure infrastructure (AWS/Google Cloud)
  • No Sharing: Your data is never sold to third parties for commercial purposes

Absolute Discretion

The art market relies on discretion. Your personal information is never shared, rented, or sold to third parties for marketing purposes. It is exclusively reserved for our gallery's internal use to manage your collection and provide personalized service.

Confidentiality Guarantee: We never transmit your information to commercial partners without your explicit consent.

Your Rights

You maintain full control over your data. You may request access, correction, or deletion of your information at any time by contacting us at: [Your email address]

We commit to responding to any request within a maximum of 30 days.

Information Collected

As part of your use of our site and orders, we may collect:

  • First and last name
  • Email address
  • Shipping address
  • Phone number
  • Order history

Important Note: Your payment information is never stored on our servers. It is directly transmitted to our payment provider via a secure connection.

Data Usage

Your personal data is used solely for:

  • Processing and confirming your orders
  • Organizing the delivery of your artworks
  • Contacting you regarding your order
  • Managing your customer account
  • Complying with our legal and tax obligations

We never sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

Data Retention

Your personal data is retained for the period strictly necessary for the purposes for which it is collected, in accordance with applicable legal obligations.

Generally, data is retained for:

  • Order data: 10 years (accounting obligations)
  • Account data: Until account deletion or 3 years of inactivity
  • Browsing data: 13 months maximum

After this period, your data is either deleted or anonymized.

Cookies

Our site uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. During your first visit, an information banner allows you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Refuse non-essential cookies
  • Customize your preferences

You can modify your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings.

Types of cookies used:

  • Essential cookies: Necessary for site functionality
  • Analytics cookies: To understand how you use our site
  • Preference cookies: To remember your choices (language, currency)

Your GDPR Rights

In accordance with GDPR, you have the following rights:

Right of Access

You can request a copy of all personal data we hold about you.

Right to Rectification

You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

Right to Erasure

You can request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations).

Right to Data Portability

You can request to receive your data in a structured, readable format.

Right to Object

You can object to the processing of your data for marketing purposes.

Contact

To exercise your rights or for any questions regarding the protection of your personal data, you can contact us at:

Email: [Your email address]

Address: [Your postal address]

We commit to responding to your request within a maximum of 30 days.

100% Secure Checkout & Guaranteed Confidentiality

Your data is processed with the utmost care and stored securely. The confidentiality of your information is our absolute priority.