PRIVACY POLICY
Welcome to The Art Propaganda! We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our online art marketplace (the "Platform"). By accessing our Platform, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
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1. ABOUT US
1.1 The Art Propaganda is an online art marketplace based in Prague, Czech Republic. We collect and process personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws.
1.2 This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, store, and use your personal data when you visit our Platform or interact with our services.
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2. DATA WE COLLECT
2.1 **Information You Provide:**
- When creating an account, making a purchase, or contacting us, you may provide details such as your name, email address, phone number, shipping address, and payment details.
2.2 **Automatically Collected Information:**
- We collect data about how you use our Platform, including your IP address, device type, browser information, and browsing behavior through cookies and similar tracking technologies.
2.3 **Third-Party Data:**
- If you log in via social media or make a payment through a third-party provider, we may receive data from those services in accordance with their privacy policies.
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3. HOW WE USE YOUR DATA
We process personal data for the following purposes:
3.1 To facilitate purchases, process transactions, and fulfill orders.
3.2 To manage your account and provide customer support.
3.3 To improve our Platform, personalize content, and analyze user behavior.
3.4 To comply with legal obligations, such as tax and accounting regulations.
3.5 To prevent fraud, security breaches, and misuse of our Platform.
3.6 With your consent, we may send marketing emails about new artworks, promotions, or updates. You can opt out at any time.
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4. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING
We process personal data under the following legal grounds:
4.1 **Contractual Necessity:** When processing your orders and managing your account.
4.2 **Legitimate Interests:** For analytics, improving our services, and preventing fraud.
4.3 **Legal Compliance:** When required to retain data for tax, accounting, or regulatory reasons.
4.4 **Consent:** When sending marketing communications, which you can withdraw at any time.
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5. DATA SHARING AND THIRD PARTIES
5.1 We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share information with:
- **Service Providers:** Payment processors, shipping companies, and analytics providers to facilitate transactions and improve our services.
- **Legal Authorities:** If required by law or to protect our rights.
- **Business Transfers:** In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred to the new entity.
5.2 We ensure that all third parties handling your data comply with GDPR and implement adequate security measures.
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6. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
6.1 If we transfer personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or working with GDPR-compliant partners.
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7. DATA RETENTION
7.1 We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy.
7.2 Retention periods vary:
- Account data: Stored until you request deletion.
- Order history: Retained for tax and legal compliance.
- Marketing data: Stored until you opt out.
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8. YOUR RIGHTS UNDER GDPR
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
8.1 **Access:** Request a copy of your personal data.
8.2 **Correction:** Update or correct inaccurate data.
8.3 **Deletion:** Request deletion of your data under certain conditions.
8.4 **Restriction:** Limit how your data is processed.
8.5 **Objection:** Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
8.6 **Data Portability:** Request your data in a structured format.
8.7 **Withdraw Consent:** Opt out of marketing communications at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at art@theartpropaganda.com
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9. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
9.1 We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and personalize content.
9.2 You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
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10. SECURITY MEASURES
10.1 We implement security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is 100% secure, so we encourage you to use strong passwords and keep your login credentials confidential.
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11. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
11.1 We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our Platform, and continued use of our services signifies acceptance of the updated policy.
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12. CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
Email: marina@theartpropaganda.com
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