Privacy Policy
Last revised: January 15, 2026
Holland Art Shop operates this website and online store to offer a curated selection of original artworks. All website functionality, purchasing and checkout processes, customer communications, and related features are collectively referred to as the “Services”.
Our online store is powered by Shopify’s e-commerce infrastructure, which supports secure transactions, order processing, website hosting, and related technical operations.
This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, and handled when you visit our website, place an order, contact us, or otherwise interact with the Services. Where this Privacy Policy and our Terms and Conditions address similar subject matter, this Privacy Policy governs matters relating specifically to personal data.
By accessing or using the Services, you confirm that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
1. Definition of Personal Data
For the purposes of this Privacy Policy, “personal data” means any information that identifies you or can reasonably be linked to you as an individual. Information that has been anonymized or aggregated in a way that no longer allows identification is not considered personal data under this policy.
2. Types of Personal Data We May Collect
Depending on how you interact with the Services and subject to applicable legal requirements, we may process personal data relating to your orders and purchases. This includes artworks viewed, selected, purchased, returned, or exchanged, as well as transaction history.
We may also collect contact and identification details, such as your name, billing address, shipping address, email address, and phone number.
Payment and transaction information may be processed, including payment method, transaction references, and confirmations. Payment card details are processed securely by third-party payment providers and are not stored by us.
If you choose to create an account, we may process account-related information such as login credentials, saved preferences, and account settings.
We may also process messages and correspondence shared when you contact customer support or otherwise communicate with us.
Technical and device-related data may be collected, including IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and network information.
Finally, we may collect usage and interaction data describing how visitors navigate and use the website.
3. How Personal Data Is Collected
Personal data may be collected when you provide information directly to us, for example when placing an order, creating an account, or contacting us.
Personal data may also be collected automatically when you browse or interact with the website, including through cookies and similar technologies.
In addition, personal data may be received from service providers and operational partners, such as Shopify, payment processors, shipping providers, and analytics services acting on our behalf.
Where legally permitted and relevant, we may also receive personal data from third-party sources.
4. Purposes for Using Personal Data
Personal data is processed only where necessary and for legitimate business purposes.
This includes processing and delivering orders, handling payments, shipping artworks, managing returns or exchanges, and administering customer accounts.
Personal data is also used to communicate with you, including sending order confirmations and service updates, responding to inquiries, and providing customer support.
We process personal data to protect transactions, secure accounts, prevent unauthorized activity, and maintain the integrity and security of our website.
Where legally permitted, personal data may be used to share information about new artworks, promotions, or shop updates. You may opt out of marketing communications at any time.
Personal data may also be processed to analyze how the Services are used and to improve website functionality, performance, and overall user experience.
5. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data
Personal data is processed only where we have a valid legal basis under applicable data protection laws.
This may include processing necessary for the performance of a contract, such as fulfilling and delivering orders placed through the Services.
Personal data may also be processed to comply with legal obligations, including accounting, tax, and regulatory requirements.
In certain cases, processing is based on legitimate business interests, such as improving the Services, preventing fraud, and maintaining website security, provided these interests do not override your rights and freedoms.
Where required, personal data is processed based on your consent, for example when subscribing to marketing communications or accepting certain cookies. You may withdraw your consent at any time.
6. Sharing of Personal Data with Third Parties
Personal data is shared only where necessary to operate the Services and fulfill contractual or legal obligations.
This may include sharing data with Shopify, which provides our e-commerce platform, hosting, and technical infrastructure.
Personal data may also be shared with payment service providers for secure transaction processing, shipping and logistics partners for order delivery, and IT, analytics, and website service providers who assist in operating and improving the Services.
These third parties process personal data only for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
7. International Data Transfers
Some service providers, including Shopify, may process personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
Where personal data is transferred internationally, appropriate safeguards are applied, such as standard contractual clauses or other lawful transfer mechanisms in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
8. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, and reporting requirements.
When personal data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
9. Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws, you have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
You have the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
You may request deletion of your personal data, object to certain processing activities, or request restriction of processing where applicable.
You may also request data portability where permitted by law.
Where processing is based on consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority. In the Netherlands, this authority is the Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens.
10. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Cookies and similar technologies are used to operate the website, analyze usage, and improve functionality.
Where required by law, consent is obtained before placing non-essential cookies. More information about the use of cookies can be found in our Cookie Policy.
11. Children’s Data
The Services are not directed at children under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
If you believe that a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so that appropriate action can be taken.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, business practices, or the Services.
The most current version will always be available on the website, and the “Last revised” date will be updated accordingly.
13. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how personal data is handled, you may contact us at:
Holland Art Shop
Email: info@hollandartshop.com