Privacy Policy for A Pinch Of Art

Effective Date: 7 November 2025

A Pinch Of Art (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website https://apinchofart.net and use our services.

1. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

A Pinch Of Art
Email: apinchofart@outlook.com

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following personal data from you:

• Name

• Email address

• Postal address (if provided)

• Payment information (processed securely via Stripe – we do not store payment details ourselves)

We may also collect technical information through cookies or analytics tools to improve your experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

• Process your orders and payments

• Communicate with you regarding your orders, enquiries, or requests

• Improve our website and services

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under the following legal bases:

• Performance of a contract: to deliver goods and services you purchase.

• Legitimate interests: to improve our website and services.

5. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. We only share your data with:

• Stripe, for secure payment processing.

All third-party services we use comply with UK GDPR and process your data only as necessary to provide their service.

6. Data Retention

We will keep your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Payment data processed via Stripe is stored according to Stripe’s retention policies.

7. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Request access to your personal data

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request erasure of your data (“right to be forgotten”)

• Object to processing or request restrictions

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Request data portability

To exercise these rights, please contact us at apinchofart@outlook.com

8. Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience. Cookies may include analytics or functional cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. International Transfers

As our services operate worldwide, your data may be transferred to countries outside the UK. We ensure that such transfers comply with UK GDPR requirements and are protected using appropriate safeguards.

10. Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you can contact us at:

Email: apinchofart@outlook.com