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MIVA FINE ART

PRIVACY POLICY

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1. Introduction

Miva Fine Art respects the privacy of its customers and is committed to processing personal data in accordance with applicable data protection legislation, including Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council (the “General Data Protection Regulation” or “GDPR”) and applicable Swedish supplementary legislation.

This Privacy Policy describes how Miva Fine Art collects, processes, stores, and protects personal data in connection with purchases, customer communication, deliveries, use of our website, and other interactions with Miva Fine Art.

This Privacy Policy explains what personal data is processed, the purposes for which such data is processed, the legal basis for processing, and the rights of individuals under applicable data protection legislation.

2. Data Controller

Miva Fine Art is the data controller responsible for the processing of personal data carried out within the scope of its business activities.

As data controller, Miva Fine Art is responsible for ensuring that personal data is processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently, and that appropriate technical and organisational measures are implemented to protect personal data.

Data Controller:

Miva Fine Art
Malmö, Sweden

Email:
contact@mivafineart.com

3. Personal Data We Process

Miva Fine Art may process the following categories of personal data:

3.1 Identification and Contact Information

  • name,

  • address,

  • telephone number,

  • email address,

  • company information where applicable.

3.2 Information Related to Purchases and Agreements

  • information regarding purchased artworks,

  • order details,

  • invoicing information,

  • payment information,

  • transaction history,

  • communication relating to purchases or customer matters.

3.3 Delivery and Export-Related Information

For international deliveries, Miva Fine Art may process information necessary to complete transportation, export procedures, and customs handling, including:

  • delivery address,

  • recipient information,

  • transport information,

  • customs and export-related information.

3.4 Communication Information

Miva Fine Art may process information provided when contacting us, including:

  • email correspondence,

  • enquiries,

  • complaints,

  • customer service matters,

  • other communication between the customer and Miva Fine Art.

3.5 Technical Information

When using the Miva Fine Art website, certain technical information may be processed, including:

  • IP address,

  • browser information,

  • device information,

  • cookies and similar technologies.

4. Purposes of Processing Personal Data

Miva Fine Art processes personal data for the following purposes:

  • to administer and fulfil purchase agreements,

  • to process payments and invoicing,

  • to arrange delivery of purchased artworks,

  • to manage international transportation, export documentation, and customs procedures,

  • to communicate with customers,

  • to handle enquiries, complaints, and customer service matters,

  • to fulfil legal obligations,

  • to protect Miva Fine Art’s legal rights and property,

  • to administer and develop our business operations.

Personal data is only processed for purposes compatible with the purpose for which it was originally collected or where otherwise permitted by applicable law.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Miva Fine Art processes personal data based on the following legal grounds under the GDPR:

5.1 Performance of a Contract

Processing is necessary for Miva Fine Art to fulfil contractual obligations towards customers, including:

  • managing orders,

  • processing payments,

  • arranging delivery,

  • providing customer service.

5.2 Legal Obligations

Processing may be necessary in order to comply with legal obligations, including:

  • accounting requirements,

  • tax regulations,

  • requests from public authorities.

5.3 Legitimate Interests

Miva Fine Art may process personal data where necessary for our legitimate interests, including:

  • managing our business operations,

  • protecting contractual rights,

  • handling legal claims,

  • preventing fraud and misuse.

5.4 Consent

Where processing requires consent, Miva Fine Art will obtain such consent before processing personal data.

Any consent provided may be withdrawn at any time.

6. Sharing of Personal Data

Miva Fine Art does not sell, rent, or disclose personal data to third parties for commercial purposes.

Personal data may, however, be shared with external parties where necessary to provide our services or fulfil legal obligations.

Such recipients may include:

  • payment providers,

  • banks,

  • shipping companies,

  • professional art transportation companies,

  • insurance companies,

  • customs agents,

  • IT and system providers.

Such parties will only receive access to personal data necessary for the specific service they provide.

7. Payment Information

Payments are processed through external payment providers using established security procedures.

Miva Fine Art does not store complete payment card information.

Payment providers are responsible for their own processing of personal data in accordance with their respective privacy policies.

8. International Transfers of Personal Data

As Miva Fine Art sells artworks internationally, personal data may be processed in connection with deliveries to countries within and outside the European Economic Area (EEA).

Such processing may be necessary to:

  • complete international deliveries,

  • manage customs and export documentation,

  • comply with carrier requirements,

  • fulfil customer orders.

Miva Fine Art takes reasonable measures to ensure that such processing is carried out in accordance with applicable data protection legislation.

9. Retention of Personal Data

Miva Fine Art processes and stores personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.

Certain information may be retained for longer periods where required by law, including accounting and tax legislation.

When personal data is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.

10. Cookies

Miva Fine Art uses cookies and similar technologies on its website to:

  • ensure website functionality,

  • improve user experience,

  • analyse website usage,

  • develop digital services.

Visitors may manage cookie preferences through their browser settings or available cookie settings on the website.

11. Security of Personal Data

Miva Fine Art implements appropriate technical and organisational security measures to protect personal data against:

  • unauthorised access,

  • loss,

  • destruction,

  • alteration,

  • unlawful processing.

Access to personal data is limited to individuals who require such information to perform their duties.

12. Your Rights Under the GDPR

Under applicable data protection legislation, individuals may have the right to:

  • request access to their personal data,

  • request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information,

  • request deletion of personal data,

  • request restriction of processing,

  • object to certain processing activities,

  • request data portability,

  • withdraw previously provided consent.

Requests regarding the exercise of these rights should be submitted to Miva Fine Art.

Miva Fine Art may request verification of identity before responding to such requests.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Miva Fine Art reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy when necessary, including due to changes in business operations or applicable legislation.

The current version of this Privacy Policy will always be available on the Miva Fine Art website.

14. Contact Information

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of personal data, please contact:

Miva Fine Art
Malmö, Sweden

Email:

info@mivafineart.com

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