Your privacy is paramount to us at Discover.art. We are committed to protecting the personal data you share with us and ensuring transparency about our data practices. This Privacy Policy outlines what information we collect, why we collect it, how it’s used, and your rights concerning your data on our platform.
Who we are
Discover.art is a platform dedicated to showcasing a curated group of emerging and established artists with international experience, alongside an insightful blog featuring art industry news, interviews, events, and expert tips from curators and gallery representatives. We are not a gallery, do not take commissions or fees, and do not sell directly on this page. Our website address is: discover.art.
What personal data we collect and why we collect it
We collect personal data to ensure the smooth operation of our website, enhance your experience, and maintain a secure environment.
Comments When visitors leave comments on the site, we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection. This data helps us filter out unwanted spam and maintain a clean, relevant discussion area for our community.
An anonymised string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service Privacy Policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment, adding a personal touch to your contributions.
Media If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. This is important because visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website, which could inadvertently reveal sensitive information.
Contact Forms When you use our contact forms, we collect the information you provide, such as your name, email address, and the content of your message. This data is collected solely to enable us to respond to your inquiries, provide support, or address any feedback you submit. We do not use this information for marketing purposes unless explicitly stated and consented to by you within the form itself (e.g., if a checkbox for newsletter sign-up is included).
Newsletter Subscriptions (MailPoet) If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter through a MailPoet form on our site, we collect your email address and any other information you provide (e.g., name). This data is used to send you our exclusive discounts, updates on new products and offers, artist spotlights, curator picks, and art world news. Your subscription is voluntary, and you can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in every email. We utilize MailPoet for managing our newsletter subscriptions, and their privacy practices align with our commitment to data protection.
Cookies Our website uses cookies to enhance your Browse experience and remember your preferences.
- If you leave a comment on our site, you may opt in to saving your name, email address, and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.
- If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.
- When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.
- If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie includes no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.
Embedded content from other websites Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos from YouTube or Vimeo, images from other platforms, articles from external sources, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.
These external websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website. We advise you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you access via embedded content.
Analytics We may use anonymized analytics services (such as Google Analytics or similar tools) to understand how our visitors interact with our website. This data helps us identify popular content, improve website navigation, and enhance overall user experience. The information collected is aggregated and anonymized, meaning it cannot be used to identify you personally. We focus on general traffic patterns and site performance.
Who we share your data with We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties. We may share your data only in very limited circumstances: with service providers who assist us in operating our website (like our hosting provider or the spam detection service mentioned above) and who are bound by strict data protection agreements. We will also disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, and/or that of our affiliates, you, or other users.
How long we retain your data We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
- If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can recognise and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue, ensuring a smoother comment experience.
- For users that register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.
What rights you have over your data Under applicable data protection laws, you have certain rights regarding your personal data.
- Right to Access: If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us.
- Right to Rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Erasure (Right to Be Forgotten): You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
- Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we restrict the processing of your personal data under certain conditions.
- Right to Object to Processing: You have the right to object to our processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
- Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request that we transfer the data that we have collected to another organization, or directly to you, under certain conditions.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Where we send your data Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service (e.g., Akismet). This service helps us maintain the integrity of our comment sections. We ensure any third-party services we use comply with robust data protection standards.
Your contact information If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please do not hesitate to contact us at:
Additional information
How we protect your data We are committed to protecting your personal data. We implement a variety of security measures, including SSL encryption for data transmission, regular security scans, and access controls to safeguard your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. We regularly review our security practices to ensure they remain robust and effective.
What data breach procedures we have in place In the unlikely event of a data breach, we have established protocols to address such incidents promptly. This includes internal reporting, assessing the scope and impact of the breach, notifying affected individuals and relevant authorities as required by law, and implementing measures to prevent future occurrences. Our priority is to mitigate any potential harm and restore the security of our systems.
What third parties we receive data from Currently, we do not actively receive personal data about you from third-party sources, apart from the anonymised Gravatar hash if you use the Gravatar service with your comment email. Our focus is on data you provide directly to us through your interactions with discover.art.
What automated decision making and/or profiling we do with user data We do not engage in automated decision-making or profiling that would produce legal effects concerning you or similarly significantly affect you. Our use of data is primarily for site functionality, improvement, and content delivery as outlined in this policy.
Industry regulatory disclosure requirements As a website operating in Austria, we comply with the data protection regulations applicable in Austria, which largely align with the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We are committed to transparency and upholding your rights under these regulations.