Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 17 June, 2025

1. Introduction

I value your privacy and am committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit my website or purchase artwork from me.

Who I Am:
I’m John Berrick, an independent artist based in Bordeaux, France, creating and selling original artwork.

Contact:
📧 Email: info@johnberrick.com
📍 Location: Bordeaux, France

2. What Personal Data I Collect

When you browse my website, contact me, or make a purchase, I may collect the following personal data:

• Contact details: name, email address, shipping and billing address, phone number (if provided)

• Purchase information: products ordered, payment method (processed securely via a third-party)

• Technical data: IP address, browser type, device, and usage data (via cookies and analytics tools)

• Communications: any messages or inquiries you send

3. How I Use Your Information

I collect and use your data for the following purposes:

• To fulfil and deliver your order

• To respond to your messages and commissions

• To manage customer service and records

• To improve my website and artistic services

• To comply with legal, accounting, and tax obligations

4. Sharing Your Data

Your personal data is not sold or shared for marketing purposes. I may share it with:

• Payment providers (e.g., Shopify Payments, PayPal)

• Shipping partners to ensure delivery

• Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics) for performance insights

All service providers are required to treat your data securely and in accordance with GDPR.

5. Cookies

My website uses cookies to:

• Monitor site traffic and user behaviour

• Save cart and browsing preferences

• Support smooth website performance

You may disable cookies via your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may impact site functionality.

6. Data Retention

I retain your personal data only as long as necessary:

• Order and invoice data: retained for 6 years (as required by French tax law)

• Contact messages: stored for up to 12 months unless legally required longer

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data I hold about you

• Request correction or deletion

• Object to or restrict processing

• Withdraw your consent (if applicable)

• Lodge a complaint with CNIL (Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés)

📧 To exercise these rights, please email me at: info@johnberrick.com

8. Data Security

I implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, or unauthorized access.

9. Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page, with the "Effective Date" updated accordingly.

10. Contact

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, you can contact me at:

John Berrick
📧 Email: info@johnberrick.com
📍 Based in Bordeaux, France