Art Barn International
Last Updated: November 30, 2025

Art Barn International (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and safeguard your data when you access www.artbarninternational.store (“the Platform”), make purchases, submit your work, register as a Vendor, or interact with our services in any way.

By using our Platform, you agree to the terms described in this Privacy Policy.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect the following types of information:

1.1 Personal Information Provided by You

Depending on your interaction with the Platform, this may include:

For Buyers

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Billing address
  • Shipping address
  • Payment method (tokenized/processed securely; we never store full card details)

For Vendors / Creators

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Postal address
  • Social media links (optional)
  • Biography / creative background
  • Artwork details (photos, descriptions, prices)
  • Payout information (bank account, mobile money, PayPal)

For All Users

  • Account login details
  • Support requests and correspondence
  • Form submissions
  • Uploaded files (images, videos, documents)

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Platform, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Device information
  • Browser type
  • Pages viewed
  • Time spent on site
  • Referring links
  • Cookies and tracking identifiers

This information helps us analyze website usage, improve performance, and protect against fraud.

1.3 Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use:

  • Cookies
  • Pixel tags
  • Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Session tracking

You may control cookie settings in your browser. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

2.1 To Provide and Improve Our Services

  • Processing orders
  • Managing Vendor submissions and listings
  • Shipping coordination and tracking
  • Customer support and communication
  • Improving website functionality
  • Personalizing user experience

2.2 Marketing & Communications

We may send:

  • Order updates
  • Vendor-related notices
  • Submission feedback
  • Promotional emails (optional)
  • Marketplace updates

You may unsubscribe at any time.

2.3 Payment & Fraud Prevention

  • Secure payment processing
  • Fraud detection
  • Identity verification (when required)

2.4 Legal & Compliance

  • Complying with legal obligations
  • Enforcing our terms
  • Responding to law enforcement requests

3. SHARING YOUR INFORMATION

We do not sell your data.
We may share information only with trusted partners when necessary:

3.1 Shipping & Logistics Providers

For fulfilling orders and tracking deliveries.

3.2 Payment Processors

Such as Stripe or PayPal
(We never store your full credit/debit card information.)

3.3 Service Providers

Including:

  • Hosting and cloud services
  • Email delivery systems
  • Customer support tools
  • Analytics providers
  • Marketing systems

3.4 Vendors / Creators

Buyers’ shipping details are shared with Vendors only when necessary to fulfill an order.

3.5 Legal Authorities

If required by law, or to protect against fraud or abuse.

4. HOW WE STORE & PROTECT YOUR DATA

We implement strong security measures:

  • Encrypted data transmission (SSL)
  • Secure servers
  • Access controls
  • Regular system monitoring
  • Firewalls and security patches

However, no online platform can guarantee 100% security.
You use the website at your own risk.

5. DATA RETENTION

We retain your information only as long as necessary for:

  • Order processing
  • Vendor payments
  • Legal compliance
  • Fraud prevention
  • System records

You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 7).

6. YOUR RIGHTS (GDPR / GLOBAL PRIVACY STANDARDS)

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access your data
  • Correct or update information
  • Request deletion (“Right to be forgotten”)
  • Withdraw consent
  • Restrict processing
  • Request data portability
  • Object to certain uses

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@artbarninternational.store.

We will respond within 30 days.

7. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16.
If you believe a minor has provided personal information, contact us immediately to remove it.

8. INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS

As a global platform, your data may be processed in multiple countries.
We use secure, compliant systems to ensure your information is protected regardless of location.

9. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our Platform may contain links to external websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.
We encourage you to read their policies before interacting.

10. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Changes will be posted here with an updated “Last Updated” date.
Continued use of the Platform means you accept the revised policy.

11. CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

📧 privacy@artbarninternational.store
🌍 www.artbarninternational.store