PRIVACY POLICY – M. ANTON (mariusanton.com)

Last updated: 11/12/2025

This Privacy Policy explains how this website collects, uses, and protects your personal information. By using this website, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Who We Are

M. ANTON – Artist Studio
Website: www.mariusanton.com
Studio Address: Suite RA01, 195–197 Wood Street, London, E17 3NU, United Kingdom
Email: marius@mariusanton.com

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in a transparent, secure manner.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily

When you contact the studio, send a message through the website, or submit an enquiry form, we may collect:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Phone number (optional)
  • Details about your enquiry
  • Any information you include in your message

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

Like most websites, we may collect basic technical data such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device type
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on the website

This is used only for analytics and website performance.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information only to:

  • Respond to your message or enquiry
  • Provide information about artworks, commissions, or collaborations
  • Maintain communication regarding your request
  • Improve the functionality and experience of the website

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we process personal data based on:

  • Legitimate interest (replying to enquiries, communication related to studio activity)
  • Consent (when you submit information via the contact form)

You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

5. How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain your information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Respond to your enquiry
  • Maintain communication related to commissions or collaborations
  • Comply with legal obligations

You may request deletion of your data at any time.

6. How We Protect Your Data

We take data security seriously. We use:

  • Secure servers
  • Encrypted connections (SSL)
  • Restricted access to personal information

No method of transmission is 100% secure, but we take all reasonable steps to safeguard your data.

7. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information only in the following limited situations:

  • With service providers who help us operate the website (e.g., hosting providers)
  • If required by law, regulation, or legal process

We do not use your data for advertising or profiling.

8. Cookies & Analytics

This website may use essential cookies and basic analytics tools to:

  • Improve website performance
  • Analyse visitor behaviour
  • Remember preferences

You may disable cookies in your browser settings.

9. Your Rights (UK GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Withdraw consent
  • Object to processing
  • Request a copy of your data

To exercise any rights, contact us at: marius@mariusanton.com

10. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for users under the age of 16.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

11. Links to External Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage you to review their policies separately.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date will reflect the latest version. Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of any changes.

13. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact:

Email: marius@mariusanton.com
Studio: Suite RA01, 195–197 Wood Street, London, E17 3NU, United Kingdom