At ArtBridge Nexus, we understand the importance of your privacy and are committed to safeguarding the personal information you entrust to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, protect, and share your information. By engaging with our services, you agree to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy. Please read it carefully to understand how we manage your personal data.

1. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide you with high-quality services and ensure smooth operations. This information may include:

Personal Information

• Identifiable Information: Your name, email address, phone number, and any other details you provide through our website, forms, or communication channels.

• Demographic Information: Any details you voluntarily share about your artistic practices, interests, and preferences to help us tailor our services to your needs.

Payment Information

• Billing Details: Billing address, credit card number, or other payment information necessary to process payments for services rendered.

• Transaction Data: Information related to the payments you make to us, including dates, amounts, and payment methods.

Usage Data

• Website Interaction: Information about how you interact with our website, including IP addresses, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and other online activity. This helps us improve our services and user experience.

• Cookies & Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to track your use of our site and gather aggregate data. You can adjust your browser settings to manage cookie preferences.

Data from Third Parties

• External Partners: We may receive additional information about you from trusted third-party service providers or partners who help us improve our services, such as payment processors or marketing platforms. We will handle this data in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to provide, improve, and personalize our services, and to communicate with you effectively. Specifically, we use the data we collect for the following purposes:

• Service Provision: To provide the services you requested, including connecting you with art collectors, generating curated dossiers, and offering insights into the art market.

• Payment Processing: To process payments for our services, manage your account, and ensure successful financial transactions.

• Communication: To send you updates, newsletters, notifications, or promotional materials related to our services. You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications at any time.

• Service Improvement: To analyze user behavior and feedback in order to improve the functionality, design, and performance of our services.

• Legal Compliance and Risk Management: To comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements with you.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We understand the sensitivity of your personal data, and we take steps to limit its sharing. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. However, there are some circumstances where we may need to share your information:

• Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party partners, contractors, or service providers who assist us in providing and improving our services. These parties are required to maintain confidentiality and are prohibited from using your data for any purposes other than those related to the services we provide.

• Business Transactions: In the event of a business transaction, such as a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred or disclosed as part of that process. We will ensure that any transferee is bound by confidentiality obligations.

• Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information when required to do so by law, regulation, or legal process, including in response to a subpoena, court order, or government investigation.

• Protecting Rights and Safety: We may disclose your information to enforce our Terms of Use, protect the rights, property, or safety of ArtBridge Nexus, our clients, or others, and prevent illegal activities or fraud.

4. Data Security

We take the security of your personal data seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it. These measures include:

• Encryption: Sensitive data, such as payment information, is transmitted securely using encryption technologies.

• Access Controls: We restrict access to your personal information to authorized personnel only, who require it for legitimate business purposes.

• Regular Audits and Security Assessments: We conduct regular audits of our security practices to identify potential vulnerabilities and ensure that your data is safeguarded.

• Incident Response Plan: In the event of a data breach, we have procedures in place to notify you promptly and take corrective action in compliance with applicable laws.

While we use commercially reasonable efforts to protect your information, no security system is completely foolproof. By using our services, you acknowledge the inherent risks of data transmission over the internet.

5. Your Rights and Choices

We value your autonomy and provide you with the following rights and options regarding your personal data:

• Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

• Correction: If any of your personal data is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request corrections.

• Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal or contractual obligations.

• Opt-Out: You have the right to opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us. You can do this by following the instructions in the communication or by contacting us directly.

• Data Portability: In certain circumstances, you may request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

• Withdraw Consent: If we are processing your data based on your consent, you can withdraw that consent at any time. This will not affect the lawfulness of any processing that occurred prior to the withdrawal.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

6. International Data Transfers

As ArtBridge Nexus operates globally, we may transfer your personal data to countries outside your jurisdiction, including the United States, where our servers are located. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your personal data to such jurisdictions.

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom (UK), please be aware that we will only transfer data in compliance with applicable data protection laws, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

7. Retention of Data

We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including compliance with legal, accounting, or reporting obligations. When your data is no longer required, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. If we make significant changes, we will notify you by posting an updated version on our website. You are encouraged to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

By continuing to use our services after any changes to this Privacy Policy, you acknowledge and agree to those changes.

9. Third-Party Platforms and Data Usage

At Artbridge Nexus, we prioritize transparency and respect for privacy. As part of our operations, we may reference publicly available data, including auction results and pricing insights, from third-party platforms such as Sotheby’s, Christie’s, and Artnet. This data is used to provide valuable market insights to artists, curators, and collectors.

Please note that while we utilize publicly accessible resources, Artbridge Nexus has no direct affiliation, partnership, or endorsement from Sotheby’s, Christie’s, or Artnet. We do not maintain any formal agreements or relationships with these institutions. The information we reference is strictly public and accessible to anyone using these platforms.

We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that any data shared with or collected by Artbridge Nexus is handled in accordance with this Privacy Policy and in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

10. Client Privacy Commitment

At Artbridge Nexus, safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of our clients is not just a commitment—it is a core principle that governs everything we do. The trust you place in us is invaluable, and we are uncompromising in protecting your personal, financial, and professional information.

We adhere to the strictest standards of data protection, fully aligning our practices with leading privacy regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). These frameworks guide our policies and procedures to ensure your data is handled lawfully, ethically, and securely.

Non-Disclosure Without Exception
Our non-disclosure policy is absolute. Under no circumstances will we share, disclose, or discuss your personal information or any details about your engagement with Artbridge Nexus without your explicit consent. This policy applies universally, regardless of the nature of the inquiry or the entity requesting information.

Anonymity and Representation
To protect your identity, all publicly shared materials are anonymized. We utilize generative AI to create illustrative placeholders for testimonials and examples, ensuring they bear no connection to actual clients, collectors, or their works. Your confidentiality is guaranteed.

Advanced Security Measures
Our privacy protocols are underpinned by advanced, industry-leading security measures designed to safeguard your data against unauthorized access, misuse, or exposure. These measures are continuously evaluated and updated to reflect the evolving landscape of privacy risks and technologies.

Your Privacy is Paramount
By choosing Artbridge Nexus, you are entrusting us with your confidence, and we honor that trust with unwavering discretion. We go beyond compliance to set a standard of excellence in privacy protection, ensuring you can engage with our services securely and confidently.

At Artbridge Nexus, your confidentiality is not just protected—it is upheld as a fundamental value.

11. Contact Us

At Artbridge Nexus, we value transparency and are committed to providing our clients with unparalleled service. For any inquiries or further assistance regarding our Privacy Notice, please reach out to us through the channels below:

Email: artbridgenexus@proton.me – Our team responds promptly to all requests.
Support: For immediate answers, visit our FAQ page, designed to address common inquiries efficiently.

We ensure all communications are handled with the utmost confidentiality and professionalism, reflecting our commitment to excellence.

Consent

By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection and use of your information as described herein.