Privacy Policy – Gallery Institute

1. Introduction

Gallery Institute is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of its users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data, ensuring full transparency and compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws.

By accessing and using our services, you agree to the terms of this Policy. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact us.

2. What Data Do We Collect?

Gallery Institute may collect different types of personal data depending on your interaction with our website and services:

Identification Data: Name, email, phone number, and other information voluntarily provided through contact forms, newsletter subscriptions, or registrations.
Browsing Data: IP address, browser type, time spent on the site, pages visited, and interaction preferences collected through cookies and similar technologies (see our Cookies Policy).
Payment Data: If you make a transaction with us, your payment data may be processed by third-party providers, without Gallery Institute storing this information directly.

Communication Data: Records of email interactions or messages exchanged with our team.

3. How Do We Use Your Data?

We use the collected data to:

Provide and improve our services, including access to content, digital archives, events, and institutional communication.
Personalize your experience, ensuring that displayed content is relevant to your interests.
Improve site performance by analyzing browsing patterns and optimizing usability.
Send institutional and informational communications, such as newsletters and updates about Gallery Institute projects and events (with the option to unsubscribe at any time).
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations, ensuring data protection compliance.

4. Who Do We Share Your Data With?

Gallery Institute does not sell or share your personal data with third parties for commercial purposes. However, we may share information in the following cases:

Service Providers: Companies that assist us with website hosting, data analysis, and payment processing, always in compliance with this Policy.
Institutional Partners: Only when necessary to offer specific services or benefits to users.
Legal Authorities: In case of legal requirements, court orders, or regulatory requests.

5. How Do We Protect Your Data?

The security of your data is our priority. We implement strict technical and organizational measures to prevent unauthorized access, loss, or data breaches. These measures include:

Encryption and protection of sensitive data.
Restricted access to information, limited to authorized personnel.
Continuous monitoring and security updates.

If we identify any security incidents that may compromise your data, we will take immediate action and notify affected users as required by law.

6. Your Data Rights

Under the GDPR and other privacy regulations, you have the following rights:

Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
Correction: Request updates or corrections of incorrect information.
Deletion: Request the removal of your personal data when there is no longer a need for retention.
Processing Restriction: Limit the use of your data in specific situations.
Data Portability: Request the transfer of your data to another entity.
Consent Withdrawal: Withdraw your authorization for data processing at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@galleryinstitute.com.

7. Data Retention

We store your data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes mentioned in this Policy, unless a legal requirement mandates longer retention.

8. Updates to This Policy

Gallery Institute may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in data processing practices or legal requirements. Whenever there are significant changes, we will notify users via the website or email.

9. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:

Email: privacy@galleryinstitute.com