Privacy Policy | CathBoelIllustration

Last Updated: 2024

As a visual artist, I value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy outlines how I collect, use, and safeguard the personal information you provide while using my website (www.cathboelillustrations.com).

By visiting and interacting with my website, you consent to the practices described in this privacy policy. If you do not agree with the terms outlined, please do not use this website.

1. Information I Collect

I may collect the following types of personal data:

Contact Information: If you subscribe to my newsletter, make a purchase, or contact me through my website, I may collect your name, email address, phone number, or other contact details.
Usage Data: Information about how you interact with my website, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited.
Payment Information: If you purchase artwork or other services, I may collect your billing address and payment details through secure third-party payment processors (e.g., PayPal, Stripe).
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: I may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on my website, analyze website traffic, and offer personalized content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

2. How I Use Your Information

I use the collected data for the following purposes:

To Communicate: To respond to inquiries, process orders, and send you updates regarding purchases or inquiries (e.g., art commissions).
To Improve My Website: To analyze website traffic, improve functionality, and offer personalized content.
To Market and Promote My Art: With your consent, I may send newsletters, promotional offers, or event invitations related to my artwork and exhibitions.
To Process Transactions: If you make a purchase, your payment information is securely processed by third-party payment processors, and I may use the information to fulfill your order.

3. Legal Basis for Data Processing

Under the GDPR, I process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

Consent: Where you have given your consent to receive marketing emails, newsletters, or other promotional materials.
Contractual Necessity: To fulfill any contracts or agreements you have made with me (e.g., for art commissions or sales).
Legitimate Interests: For purposes such as improving the website, maintaining security, or processing transactions.
Legal Obligations: To comply with legal requirements (e.g., tax or financial reporting).

4. Sharing Your Information

I will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, I may share your data with trusted third-party service providers in the following instances:

Payment Processors: To process payments securely (e.g., PayPal, Stripe).
Email Service Providers: If you subscribe to my newsletter or mailing list, I may share your contact information with a trusted email marketing service provider (e.g., Mailchimp).
Website Analytics: I may use third-party tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to analyze website usage and improve my online presence. These tools may collect anonymous data about your interactions with my website.

In all cases, I ensure that third-party providers comply with data protection laws and take appropriate steps to protect your information.

5. Data Retention

I will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law (e.g., for tax or legal reasons).

6. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right of Access: You can request a copy of the personal data I hold about you.
Right to Rectification: You can ask me to correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain legal obligations.
Right to Restriction of Processing: You can request that I restrict the processing of your data under certain circumstances.
Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data for direct marketing purposes or based on legitimate interests.

To exercise these rights, please contact me at cathboel.illustration@gmail.com.

7. Security of Your Data

I take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, alteration, and disclosure. However, please note that no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure.

8. International Data Transfers

If you are based outside the European Economic Area (EEA), please be aware that your data may be transferred to, stored, or processed in a country outside the EEA. In such cases, I ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with the GDPR.

9. Third-Party Websites

My website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by me. I am not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of these external websites. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

I may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in my practices or legal requirements. The date of the most recent update will always be displayed at the top of the policy. Please review this policy periodically to stay informed about how I am protecting your personal data.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or how I handle your personal data, please contact me at:
cathboel.illustration@gmail.com