1. What Information We Collect

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We collect only the minimum personal information necessary to operate our website and process artwork purchases.

Information you provide directly:

• Name

• Email address

• Shipping address

• Payment information (processed securely via third-party payment processors; we do not store card details)

• Any optional contact or enquiry information you submit via our forms

Information collected automatically:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Operating system

• Pages visited and usage data (via analytics tools)

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2. Why We Collect Your Data

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We collect and use your personal information for the following purposes:

• To process artwork purchases and deliver orders

• To respond to customer enquiries

• To improve website performance and usability

• To comply with legal obligations

We do not use your personal data for unsolicited marketing or share it with third parties for advertising purposes.

 

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

 

Under the GDPR, our legal basis for processing your data includes:

• Contractual necessity: to fulfil purchase orders

• Legal obligation: to comply with tax and consumer law

• Legitimate interest: to improve our website functionality and user experience

• Consent: for any optional communications you request

 

4. Sharing Your Information

 

We may share your data with third-party service providers only as necessary to:

• Fulfil and ship orders (e.g. postal or courier services)

• Process payments (e.g. Stripe, PayPal)

• Host our website or provide analytics (e.g. website hosting platforms)

All such third parties are bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations.

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5. Data Storage and Security

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Your personal data is stored securely, either on servers located in Australia or by third-party providers who are GDPR-compliant and/or meet Australian data security requirements.

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We take reasonable steps to protect your information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure.

 

6. International Data Transfers

 

If you are located in the European Union, please be aware that your data may be processed outside the EU, including in Australia. We ensure that adequate safeguards (such as standard contractual clauses) are in place to protect your personal information.

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7. Your Rights

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Under Australian law, you have the right to:

• Access and correct your personal information

Under GDPR, EU residents have the right to:

• Access and obtain a copy of their personal data

• Request correction or deletion

• Object to or restrict processing

• Data portability

• Withdraw consent at any time

 

To exercise these rights, please contact us at john@teres.com.au

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8. Cookies

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We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

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9. Retention of Data

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We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above or as required by law (e.g. for taxation or purchase records).

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10. Changes to This Policy

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We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes to legal or operational requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.

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11. Contact Us

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If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a complaint, please contact:

 

John Richter   |   Email: john@teres.com.au   |   https://www.jrichterartist.com

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