Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 22/8/2024

1.    Introduction

Welcome to The Hive Art Gallery ("we", "our", "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website www.thehiveartgallery.com.au ("Website") and use our services.

2.     Personal Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.

  • Transaction Information: Details of purchases, event bookings, and other transactions with us.

  • Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Website, including IP address, browser type, and browsing behaviour.

  • Demographic Information: Age, gender, interests, and other preferences.

3.    Children

We encourage parents and guardians to observe, participate in, and/or monitor and guide their online activity.

The Hive Art Gallery does not knowingly collect any Personal Identifiable Information from children under the age of 13. If you think that your child provided this kind of information on our website, we strongly encourage you to contact us immediately and we will do our best efforts to promptly remove such information from our records.

Photography of Children:

We take some photos and videos to use as promotional material. By booking into one of our sessions you are giving your consent for us to use these images that you may be included in. We completely respect everyone’s right to choose privacy, so please let us know before the session if you don’t wish to be included in any photos.

4.    How We Collect Personal Information

We collect personal information in the following ways:

  • Directly from You: When you provide information through forms on our Website, subscribe to our newsletter, make a purchase, or interact with us via email or phone.

  • Automatically: Through cookies and other tracking technologies that monitor your interaction with our Website.

5.     How We Use Your Personal Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To Provide and Improve Our Services: Including processing transactions, booking events, and managing memberships.

  • To Communicate with You: About your inquiries, purchases, and updates to our services or events.

  • To Send Marketing Communications: If you have opted in to receive newsletters, promotional offers, or other updates.

  • To Comply with Legal Obligations: As required by law or to protect our legal rights.

6.     Disclosure of Your Personal Information

We may disclose your personal information in the following circumstances:

  • To Service Providers: Who assist us in operating our Website, processing payments, or delivering our services.

  • For Legal Reasons: If required by law or to comply with legal processes.

  • With Your Consent: If you have agreed to the disclosure.

7.     Security of Your Personal Information

We implement reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

8.     Access and Correction

You have the right to access and correct your personal information that we hold. To request access or make corrections, please contact us using the details provided below.

9.     Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyse site traffic, and provide personalized content. You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. For more information about our use of cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy [insert link to Cookie Policy if available].

10.  Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11.  Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

12.  Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact us at: thehiveartgallery@gmail.com