Privacy Policy

ArtbyAfricans website is owned by Art By Africans , which is a data controller of your personal data.

We have adopted this Privacy Policy, which determines how we are processing the information collected by ArtbyAfricans, which also provides the reasons why we must collect certain personal data about you. Therefore, you must read this Privacy Policy before using ArtbyAfricans website.

We take care of your personal data and undertake to guarantee its confidentiality and security.

Personal information we collect:

When you visit the ArtbyAfricans, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including information about your web browser, IP address, time zone, and some of the installed cookies on your device. Additionally, as you browse the Site, we collect information about the individual web pages or products you view, what websites or search terms referred you to the Site, and how you interact with the Site. We refer to this automatically-collected information as “Device Information.” Moreover, we might collect the personal data you provide to us (including but not limited to Name, Surname, Address, payment information, etc.) during registration to be able to fulfill the agreement.

Why do we process your data?

Our top priority is customer data security, and, as such, we may process only minimal user data, only as much as it is absolutely necessary to maintain the website. Information collected automatically is used only to identify potential cases of abuse and establish statistical information regarding website usage. This statistical information is not otherwise aggregated in such a way that it would identify any particular user of the system.

You can visit the website without telling us who you are or revealing any information, by which someone could identify you as a specific, identifiable individual. If, however, you wish to use some of the website’s features, or you wish to receive our newsletter or provide other details by filling a form, you may provide personal data to us, such as your email, first name, last name, city of residence, organisation, telephone number. You can choose not to provide us with your personal data, but then you may not be able to take advantage of some of the website’s features. For example, you won’t be able to receive our Newsletter or contact us directly from the website. Users who are uncertain about what information is mandatory are welcome to contact us via ask@artbyafricans.org

1. Introduction
This Data Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. By using our services, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal data as outlined in this policy.

2. Data We Collect
We may collect the following personal data from you:

• Name, email address, phone number, and postal address

• Payment details for purchases

• Account login credentials

• Preferences and interests related to our products and services

• Browsing activity on our website

• Any other information you provide when contacting us

3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data for the following purposes:

• To process and fulfill orders

• To communicate with you regarding purchases, promotions, and updates

• To improve our products, services, and customer experience

• To comply with legal and regulatory obligations

• To prevent fraud and enhance security

• To personalize marketing efforts (with your consent)

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share your data with:

• Payment service providers to process transactions

• Delivery partners to fulfill your orders

• Marketing service providers for promotional communication (if you opt-in)

• Legal authorities if required by law

5. Data Security and Retention
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data. Your personal information is stored securely, and we retain it only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

6. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request correction or deletion of your data

• Withdraw consent for marketing communications

• Restrict or object to data processing

• Request data portability

• Lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your rights have been violated

7. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be communicated through our website.

Your rights:

If you are a European resident, you have the following rights related to your personal data:

• The right to be informed.

• The right of access.

• The right to rectification.

• The right to erasure.

• The right to restrict processing.

• The right to data portability.

• The right to object.

• Rights in relation to automated decision-making and profiling.

If you would like to exercise this right, please contact us through the contact information below.

Additionally, if you are a European resident, we note that we are processing your information in order to fulfill contracts we might have with you (for example, if you make an order through the Site), or otherwise to pursue our legitimate business interests listed above. Additionally, please note that your information might be transferred outside of Europe, including Canada and the United States.

Links to other websites:

Our website may contain links to other websites that are not owned or controlled by us. Please be aware that we are not responsible for such other websites or third parties' privacy practices. We encourage you to be aware when you leave our website and read the privacy statements of each website that may collect personal information.

Information security:

We secure information you provide on computer servers in a controlled, secure environment, protected from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We keep reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect against unauthorized access, use, modification, and personal data disclosure in its control and custody. However, no data transmission over the Internet or wireless network can be guaranteed.

Legal disclosure:

We will disclose any information we collect, use or receive if required or permitted by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process, and when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, protect your safety or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request.

Contact information:

If you would like to contact us to understand more about this Policy or wish to contact us concerning any matter relating to individual rights and your Personal Information, you may send an email to ask@artbyafricans.org