Privacy Policy

Introduction

At Dubnov Gallery, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our gallery, use our website, or engage with us as a collector, artist, or visitor.

We comply with applicable data protection laws, including the Israeli Privacy Protection Law, 5741-1981, and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable. By using our services or visiting our gallery, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Contact details (name, email address, phone number, postal address)
• Professional information (art collector status, gallery affiliations)
• Communication preferences and interests in art
• Newsletter subscription preferences
• Purchase and inquiry history
• Event attendance records
• Website usage data through cookies and analytics

Artist Information

For represented artists, we may collect:

• Professional portfolio and exhibition history
• Biographical information and artist statements
• Contractual and consignment details
• Sales and inventory records

Note: We treat all artist information as confidential business data and protect it accordingly.

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• To communicate with you about exhibitions, events, and gallery news
• To process artwork purchases and inquiries
• To manage artist relationships and consignments
• To send newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent)
• To improve our gallery services and visitor experience
• To maintain records of art sales and collector relationships
• To comply with legal and regulatory obligations

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:

• Contractual necessity: To fulfill our obligations under purchase agreements or artist consignments
• Legitimate interests: To operate and promote our gallery, provided it doesn't override your rights
• Consent: For marketing communications and newsletter subscriptions
• Legal obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We treat your information with the utmost confidentiality. We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We may share your information with:

• Artists (for purchase inquiries and commission details, with your consent)
• Shipping and logistics partners for artwork delivery
• Payment processors to complete transactions
• Professional advisors (e.g., accountants, lawyers) with your explicit consent
• Government authorities when required by law

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:

• Secure storage of personal and transaction data
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Confidentiality agreements with all staff
• Secure disposal of outdated records

Data Retention

We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy:

Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Right to access: You can request copies of your personal data
• Right to rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data
• Right to restrict processing: You can request limitation of how we use your data
• Right to data portability: You can request transfer of your data to another organization
• Right to object: You can object to certain processing activities
• Right to withdraw consent: You can withdraw consent for marketing at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

Newsletter and Marketing Communications

We offer newsletter subscriptions to keep you informed about exhibitions, events, and gallery news. You can subscribe or unsubscribe at any time:

• Click the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email
• Contact us directly to update your preferences

We will never send marketing communications without your explicit consent.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Types of cookies we use:

• Essential cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Analytical cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
• Preference cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

Photography and Recording at Events

Gallery events may be photographed or recorded for promotional purposes. By attending our events, you acknowledge that your image may be used in gallery marketing materials. If you prefer not to be photographed, please inform gallery staff upon arrival.

Children's Privacy

Our gallery and website are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@dubnovgallery.co.il
• Phone: +972777296617
• Address: 8 Dubnov St, Tel Aviv 6473208, Israel
• Contact: Menashe Sade (Gallery Director)

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Privacy Protection Authority, the Israeli supervisory authority for data protection issues.