Privacy Policy

Last updated: 05/09/2025

Art United (“we”, “our”, “us”) is an independent editorial platform operated from the United Kingdom. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data transparently and in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the UK GDPR, the EU GDPR, and related regulations.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • Contact Information: If you use our contact form or email us, we collect your name, email address, and any information you choose to provide.
  • Newsletter Sign-ups: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your name and email address.
  • Technical Data: IP addresses, browser type, device information, and usage data are collected automatically through our hosting provider (OVH) and analytics tools.
  • Cookies & Tracking Data: See section 5 below.
  • User-Provided Content: Any information you provide voluntarily, such as when contacting us regarding galleries, exhibitions, or collaborations.

We do not collect or store sensitive personal data.

2. How We Use Your Data

We use personal data for the following purposes:

  • To respond to your inquiries and messages.
  • To manage newsletter subscriptions and send editorial updates.
  • To monitor website performance, traffic, and improve our content.
  • To build and maintain a contact list of galleries and artists for editorial purposes.
  • To comply with legal obligations.

We process personal data on the following bases:

  • Consent: For newsletter subscriptions and cookies requiring consent.
  • Legitimate Interests: For responding to inquiries, maintaining site security, and editorial operations.
  • Legal Obligations: For compliance with applicable data protection laws.

4. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We do not sell or trade your personal data. However, we may share information with:

  • Hosting Provider: OVH, which stores website data and server logs.
  • Analytics & Tracking Tools: Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Jetpack, and similar services, which help us understand site usage.
  • Email/Newsletter Providers: If you sign up to our mailing list, your data may be stored with our chosen email service provider.
  • Embedded Content Providers: Pages may include content from third-party services (e.g., YouTube, Instagram, Google Maps), which may collect data through their own cookies.

These third parties operate under their own privacy policies.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

This website uses cookies to ensure proper functionality and improve user experience. Cookies may be:

  • Essential cookies: Required for site operation (e.g., security, WordPress functionality).
  • Analytics cookies: Used by Google Analytics, Jetpack, and similar tools to measure traffic and performance.
  • Embedded content cookies: From services like YouTube, Instagram, or Google Maps when you interact with embedded media.

You can manage cookie preferences through the cookie banner provided on our site, or by adjusting your browser settings. For more details, see our [Cookie Settings].

6. Data Retention

  • Contact form submissions: Stored within WordPress for as long as necessary for editorial and communication purposes.
  • Newsletter subscriptions: Stored until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
  • Analytics data: Retained according to Google and Jetpack policies.
  • Server logs: Managed by OVH and generally retained for 30–90 days.

We will not keep personal data longer than necessary for the purposes stated.

7. Your Rights

As a data subject, you have the following rights under the UK GDPR and EU GDPR:

  • Access to your personal data.
  • Rectification of inaccurate data.
  • Erasure (“right to be forgotten”).
  • Restriction of processing.
  • Data portability.
  • Objection to processing (including direct marketing).
  • Withdrawal of consent at any time (for newsletter and cookies).

To exercise your rights, please contact us at [insert contact email].

8. International Visitors

Art United is based in the UK but serves an international audience. We process personal data in compliance with UK GDPR, which is aligned with the EU GDPR. By using this website, you acknowledge that your data may be transferred and processed in the UK.

9. Security

We take reasonable measures to protect personal data against loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet-based service can be 100% secure.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy & Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology, or our practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “last updated” date.

11. Contact Us

For any questions regarding this Privacy & Cookie Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Art United
Email: [insert your contact email]
United Kingdom