Privacy Policy

Website: www.gemmaharwoodart.com
Last Updated: 11 March 2026

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how your personal information is collected, used, and protected when you visit www.gemmaharwoodart.com (the “Website”). The Website is operated by artist Gemma Harwood.

Gemma respects your privacy and is committed to handling your information responsibly and transparently.

2. Information Collected

The only personal data collected through this Website is information voluntarily provided by you when signing up for the newsletter. This typically includes:

  • Email address

  • Name (optional, if you choose to provide it)

No other personal data is collected through browsing, purchasing, or interacting with the site.

3. How Your Information Is Used

Your information is used solely for:

  • Sending you newsletters or updates about Gemma’s artwork, exhibitions, events, or related announcements.

Your data will never be sold, shared, or transferred to third parties for marketing or any other purpose.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (UK GDPR)

Your email address is processed on the basis of:

  • Consent — by subscribing to the newsletter, you give permission for Gemma to contact you.

You can withdraw your consent at any time (see Section 7).

5. Data Storage and Security

Your information is stored securely using the newsletter service provider used by the Website (e.g., Mailchimp, MailerLite, or similar services). Appropriate technical and organisational measures are taken to protect your data.

6. Third‑Party Service Providers

If a newsletter service provider is used, your email address may be stored on their servers for the purpose of sending communications. These providers operate under their own privacy policies and comply with applicable data‑protection regulations.

No other third‑party tracking tools (e.g., marketing cookies, analytics) are used unless stated elsewhere on the Website.

7. Your Rights

Under UK data‑protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent for communications at any time (e.g., via the “unsubscribe” link)

To exercise any of these rights, contact Gemma at the email provided below.

8. Retention of Data

Your email address will be retained only for as long as you remain subscribed to the newsletter. If you unsubscribe, your information will be removed from the mailing list.

9. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please head to the contact form.

10. Changes to This Policy

This policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.