Online Art Galleries

Privacy Policy

Last updated: 4 July 2026

We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our website.

1. Who We Are

Data Controller:
Tim Blacklock
Email: support@onlineartgalleries.co.uk

2. What Personal Data We Collect

Information you provide directly
  • Email address (e.g., for launch notifications or newsletters)
  • Contact details (via contact forms)
  • Any information included in messages you send us
Information collected automatically
  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referring URLs

3. How We Use Your Data

  • To notify you when our website launches
  • To respond to enquiries
  • To improve our website and user experience
  • To maintain security and prevent abuse
  • To send optional updates or newsletters (only if you opt in)

We do not sell or rent your personal data.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

  • Consent — email signups, newsletters
  • Legitimate interests — analytics, security
  • Contract — responding to enquiries
  • Legal obligation — compliance with UK law

5. How Long We Keep Your Data

  • Email for launch notifications: deleted after launch
  • Contact form messages: kept until resolved
  • Analytics data: kept per provider policies
  • Security logs: typically 30–90 days

6. Sharing Your Data

We may share your data with:

  • Service providers (hosting, email delivery)
  • Analytics platforms (if used)
  • Legal authorities (only when required)

We never sell your data.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to ensure the website functions correctly, improve performance, and provide anonymous usage analytics. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

8. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Request a copy of your data
  • Object to certain processing
  • Lodge a complaint with the ICO

To exercise your rights, contact us at support@onlineartgalleries.co.uk.

9. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including secure servers, encryption where appropriate, access controls, and regular security reviews.

10. International Transfers

If any third‑party services store data outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses, adequacy decisions, or additional security measures.

11. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16. If you believe a child has provided data, contact us to request deletion.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:
Tim Blacklock
Email: support@onlineartgalleries.co.uk