Last Updated: 21 December 2021
Introduction
Welcome to Collectors of African Art. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data across our website, apps, and other digital services. We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with all applicable data protection laws.
Key Point:We will never sell your email address or other personal information to third parties. We only share your details when you have expressly consented or when it is necessary to provide our services.
Data Collection and Processing
We collect personal data that you voluntarily provide when engaging with our services. This includes information necessary to manage your bookings, orders, or interactions with our platform. Personal data may include, for example:
Your name, address, contact details, and nationality
Order or booking details (including payment information processed securely by our third-party payment gateway)
Data related to your interactions with our website (such as cookies and server log files)
Any additional data required to comply with legal obligations
How We Use Your Data
We process your data for the following purposes:
Service Delivery: To manage your orders, bookings, and other transactions.
User Experience: To customize and enhance your experience on our platform.
Legal Compliance: To meet our legal and contractual obligations.
Legitimate Interests: To improve our services, conduct market research, and ensure the security and integrity of our platform.
Our legal basis for processing your data is either your consent, the performance of a contract, or our legitimate interest in operating and enhancing our services. You may revoke your consent at any time for future processing.
International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred or stored in jurisdictions outside your country of residence. We strive to ensure that wherever your data is processed, it is protected by standards that are at least equivalent to those in your local jurisdiction. If our service partners or operators require a transfer, we will take all necessary steps to ensure that your data is handled securely.
Data Storage
We retain your personal data for as long as your relationship with us remains active, and thereafter only for as long as necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you
Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data
Request deletion or restriction of processing where applicable
Object to the processing of your data and, in certain cases, request data portability
You can exercise these rights by contacting us using the details provided below.
Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience and gather usage data. This helps us tailor our content and advertising. For details on how cookies are used and managed, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
Children’s Privacy
Our platform is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
Managing Your Account
You can update your account information by signing in to your profile. Should you wish to delete your account, please contact us. Note that some content, such as forum posts or comments, may remain visible on our site even after account deletion, in accordance with our Terms and Conditions.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of the policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.
No Absolute Guarantees
While we adhere to robust data protection practices, we cannot guarantee complete security due to factors beyond our control. We will, however, take all reasonable measures to protect your data.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: caa@thetravellingstudio.com