Welcome to the artlounge. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website artlounge.co.uk and purchase art from our platform.
Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
- Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and billing address.
- Payment Information: Credit card details or other payment methods.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and access times.
- Usage Data: Information about how you use our website and services.
How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
- To process and fulfill your orders.
- To communicate with you regarding your orders, account, or customer service inquiries.
- To send you promotional materials, newsletters, and other marketing communications (you can opt-out at any time).
- To improve our website, products, and services.
- To comply with legal obligations and resolve any disputes.
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Contract: To fulfill our contractual obligations to you.
- Consent: Where you have given consent for us to process your data (e.g., for marketing purposes).
- Legal Obligation: To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Legitimate Interests:To pursue our legitimate interests, provided your rights and interests do not override these.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your information with:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors that assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or providing services to you (e.g., payment processors, shipping companies).
- Legal Obligations: If required by law or to respond to legal processes, we may disclose your personal data.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal data may be transferred to the new owner.
International Data Transfers
Your personal data may be transferred to, and processed in, countries outside of the UK. We ensure that any such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.
Data Security
We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal data. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure.
Your Rights
Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- The right to access and receive a copy of your personal data.
- The right to request rectification of any inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
- The right to request the erasure of your personal data.
- The right to object to the processing of your personal data.
- The right to request the restriction of processing your personal data.
- The right to data portability.
- The right to withdraw consent at any time where we rely on consent to process your data.
The right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe we have not complied with your data protection rights.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on our website. Your continued use of the website after the changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the new Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
the artlounge
Email: info@theartlounge.co.uk
Address: 30 Gatliff Road, London, SW1W 8QN