LEGAL

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 25, 2025

Clair Fareio Art (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy. By using our website, purchasing artwork, or commissioning a piece, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

1. Data Controller

Name: Clair Fareio Art
Location: Sulmona, Italy
Email: clairvegas@gmail.com

2. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following information: your name, email address, and phone number; billing and shipping address; payment information (processed securely by third-party providers — we do not store card details); website usage data including cookies, IP address, and device information; social media interactions related to our site; and commission-related correspondence including design preferences, photographs, and project details.

3. Purpose of Data Processing

We process your data to fulfill orders and manage payments; deliver purchased and commissioned artwork; respond to inquiries and provide customer service; communicate progress updates on commissioned pieces; improve our website and services; manage marketing communications (only with your consent); and comply with legal obligations including tax and customs requirements.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Data processing is based on: contractual necessity for order and commission fulfillment; legitimate interest for improving website functionality and preventing fraud; consent for marketing communications and non-essential cookies; and legal obligations such as tax, customs, and accounting compliance.

5. Data Sharing

We may share personal data with: shipping and courier services for delivery; payment processors for secure transactions; cloud hosting and website service providers; website analytics tools; and legal authorities if required by law. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.

6. Cookies & Tracking

Our website uses cookies for essential functionality, analytics, and to improve your browsing experience. You can manage your cookie preferences via your browser settings or our cookie banner. Consent is required before storing non-essential cookies on EU devices in accordance with the ePrivacy Directive. Essential cookies required for site operation do not require consent.

7. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill its stated purposes or to comply with legal obligations. Customer purchase and commission records may be retained for up to 10 years for tax and accounting purposes in accordance with Italian law. Website analytics data and marketing cookies are retained for 6–24 months. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are located in the EU or Italy, you have the right to: access your personal data and obtain a copy; correct inaccurate or incomplete data; request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”); restrict or object to certain processing activities; withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior processing; request portability of your data in a structured format; and lodge a complaint with the Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante per la protezione dei dati personali) or your local supervisory authority.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at clairvegas@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.

9. International Data Transfers

Some of our service providers may process data outside the European Economic Area. Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent measures, to protect your data in compliance with GDPR.

10. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures, including SSL/TLS encryption for all transactions, to protect your personal data. While we take reasonable precautions, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection against cyber threats.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 16 (in accordance with GDPR). We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we discover that a child has provided personal data, we will delete it promptly.

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites, including social media platforms and payment providers. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their policies independently.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.