Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Art In Session ("we," "us," or "our") is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting artists. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our website, platform, and related services (collectively, the "Services").

By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and payment information (including credit/debit card details).
  • Profile Information: Artist bio, portfolio details, and other information you choose to share.
  • Transaction Information: Bidding history, purchase records, and payment details.
  • Communications: Messages you send to us or other users through the platform.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Device & Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and access times.
  • Cookies & Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze usage patterns.
  • Location Data: Approximate geographic location based on your IP address.

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from payment processors, identity verification services, and social media platforms if you choose to link your accounts.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our Services.
  • Process transactions, bids, and payments.
  • Send you transactional communications, including order confirmations, bid updates, and payment receipts.
  • Send you marketing and promotional communications via email and SMS/text messages (with your consent where required by law).
  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
  • Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, or security issues.
  • Comply with legal obligations.

4. SMS/Text Messaging

By providing your phone number and opting in, you consent to receive SMS/text messages from Art In Session. These messages may include:

  • One-time passcodes (OTP) and login verification codes.
  • Bid confirmations and outbid notifications.
  • Payment reminders and transaction updates.
  • Event announcements and promotional offers.

Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message or by updating your communication preferences in your account settings. Reply HELP for assistance.

We will not share your phone number with third parties for their marketing purposes.

5. Email Communications

By creating an account, you consent to receive transactional emails related to your activity on the platform, including one-time passcodes (OTP) and login verification codes, bid confirmations, and payment receipts. You may also opt in to receive promotional emails. You can unsubscribe from promotional emails at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email or updating your preferences in your account settings.

6. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Payment processors, email/SMS delivery services, hosting providers, and analytics services that help us operate the platform.
  • Artists & Buyers: Limited information necessary to facilitate transactions (e.g., name and shipping address for completed purchases).
  • Legal Compliance: When required by law, court order, or government request, or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (though as a non-profit, this is unlikely).

We do not sell your personal information.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide Services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

9. Your Rights & Choices

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

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
  • Opt out of marketing communications.
  • Withdraw consent for SMS messaging.
  • Request a copy of your data in a portable format.

To exercise your rights, contact us at the address below.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Effective Date" above.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Art In Session Email: artinsessionnow@gmail.com

By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.