Privacy Policy

 

This Privacy Policy aims to inform users of the website www.ben-bd.com (hereinafter referred to as the “Website”) about how their personal data is collected, used, protected, and processed in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of 27 April 2016 (the “GDPR”) and the Belgian Act of 30 July 2018 on the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data. The data controller is Ben Vanderick, visual artist, who can be contacted by e-mail at mail@benvanderick.com and by mail at [address to be completed]. The data controller determines the purposes and means of the processing of personal data. In connection with the use of the Website, certain data may be collected, including identification data (name, first name, contact details), technical data (IP address, browser type, operating system, connection and browsing data), communication data (messages sent through the contact form or by e-mail), and cookies used to enhance navigation, measure audience engagement, and personalize the user experience. This data is collected to manage contact requests, send information about exhibitions, news, or sales of artworks, improve the Website’s performance, and comply with legal obligations. No personal data is used for commercial purposes without the user’s explicit consent. The processing of data is based, as applicable, on the user’s consent, the performance of a contract or pre-contractual measures, the legitimate interest of the data controller (particularly for improving the Website and ensuring effective communication), or compliance with a legal obligation. Personal data is retained only for the period necessary to achieve the purposes for which it was collected: three (3) years from the last contact for communications via form or e-mail, five (5) years for data related to a contractual relationship or sale, and for the legal duration required by accounting or tax obligations. Data may be transmitted to technical service providers (hosting providers, mailing services, analytics tools) strictly necessary for the proper functioning of the Website. These providers are bound by confidentiality and GDPR compliance obligations. No data is transferred outside the European Union, except where necessary for the execution of a service; in such cases, appropriate safeguards under the GDPR are implemented. The data controller applies appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure the security and confidentiality of personal data and to prevent its loss, alteration, or unauthorized access. In accordance with the GDPR, users have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or object to the processing of their data, as well as the right to data portability and the right to withdraw their consent at any time. These rights may be exercised by e-mail at mail@benvanderick.com. In case of disagreement, users have the right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Authority (www.autoriteprotectiondonnees.be). The Website may use cookies necessary for its proper functioning as well as other cookies (for example, analytical cookies) designed to measure audience metrics or improve user experience. Users may accept or refuse cookies at any time via the consent banner or their browser settings. The data controller reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. The version applicable is the one published on the Website at the time of consultation. For any questions relating to this policy or the management of personal data, users may contact Ben Vanderick by e-mail at mail@benvanderick.com or via the Website www.ben-bd.com