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Introduction

Welcome to Small Paintings. We are committed to protecting your privacy. This policy details the types of personal information we collect, how it is used, and the measures we take to ensure your personal data is handled appropriately.

Who we are

Our website address is www.smallpaintings.ie. We are an Irish business focused on making original art accessible and providing a platform for artists and buyers to connect.

Personal data we collect and why we collect it

1. Artist Inquiry Form:

Data collected: Name, email, type of paintings, subject matter, materials used, size of paintings, experience level, previous online sales channels, motivation for selling, shipping preferences, online portfolio links, price range, interest in commissions, framing preferences, interest in promotions, and opinion on commission rates.
Purpose: To manage artist submissions, facilitate sales on our platform, and customise our services to better suit the needs of artists.

2. Buyer Inquiry Form:

Data collected: Name, email, type of paintings of interest, subject matter preference, interest in prints or originals, preferred painting size, display preferences, purchase purpose, framing preferences, previous art purchases, purchasing factors, budget range, preference for artist status, interest in custom art, desire for updates, specific questions or requests.
Purpose: To facilitate the purchase process, provide tailored recommendations, and keep potential buyers informed about new arrivals and special promotions.

How we use your data

Your information is used to:

Process inquiries and facilitate transactions.
Send updates and marketing communications where you have agreed to receive such messages.
Improve and tailor our services based on user feedback and interactions.

Data sharing

We do not sell your data to third parties. Personal information may be shared with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including packaging, shipping, and payment processing. All third parties are required to maintain the privacy and security of your personal data.

Data security

We take the security of your data seriously and use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect it against unauthorised or unlawful access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Your rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your personal data. If you wish to exercise these rights, please contact us at [your contact email].

How to Lodge a Complaint with the Data Protection Commission in Ireland

If you are not satisfied with our response to your data protection concerns, or if you believe that we are processing your personal data in a manner that is not in accordance with the law, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (DPC), the statutory body which oversees data protection in Ireland.

To file a complaint with the DPC, you may follow these steps:

Visit the DPC Website: Find comprehensive information and the complaint submission process on the DPC’s website at https://www.dataprotection.ie.
Use the Online Complaint Form: The DPC provides an online complaint submission form, which can be used to lodge your complaint directly and securely.
Provide Details: When submitting a complaint, include all relevant details such as what happened, when, and any response you have received from us. This helps the DPC to understand and investigate your complaint effectively.
Contact by Mail or Email: Alternatively, you can send your complaint by mail to the Data Protection Commission, 21 Fitzwilliam Square South, Dublin 2, D02 RD28, Ireland, or by email to info@dataprotection.ie.

Changes to this policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on our website.

Contacting us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our treatment of your personal data, please write to us by email at michelletlynch@gmail.com or by mail at Ash Grove House, Tonreigh, Kielduff, Tralle, Co. Kerry

Effective Date

This privacy policy is effective as of 3/5/24