At The Art Department, your privacy is our priority. We handle your personal information responsibly and in compliance with applicable Canadian laws. Please review this policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.
Why We Collect Personal Information
We collect personal information to provide superior client service, inform you about new inventory, artists, events, and relevant art news.
How We Collect Personal Information
We collect your information when you:
- Correspond with us, make a purchase, or sign-up to receive our newsletter.
- Provide details such as your name, phone number, and email for purchase and shipping purposes.
- Our website may store your information securely to streamline future transactions. We utilize third-party processors like Stripe for online payments which process and manage financial data under their own respective security standards.
- We may share your contact details with courier or art-handling companies for shipping and installation purposes only. These companies are required to protect your data according to our policies.
Protecting Your Personal Information
We secure your information using physical, electronic, and managerial safeguards, including SSL encryption for online transactions. This data is managed on the ArtCloud by Artlogic platform, which provides secure website hosting.
Your Access and Control
You can review or update your personal information at any time by contacting us at info@theart-department.ca.
Cookies and Anonymous Browsing
When browsing our website, we do not collect personal information. However, we use cookies to analyze traffic patterns and improve your experience. Cookies do not reveal personal data.
Minors
Customers under 18 may purchase from The Art Department under the supervision of a parent or guardian.
Policy Updates
This Privacy Policy may change without prior notice. Continued use of our services constitutes your agreement to any updates.
For questions or concerns, contact us at info@theart-department.ca.