Romanian Association for Contemporary Art / ARAC
1. Introduction
The Romanian Association for Contemporary Art/ ARAC is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
2. Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
- Identification data (name, surname)
- Contact details (email address, phone number, postal address)
- Professional information (affiliation, artistic background, participation history)
- Technical data (IP address, browser type, website usage data)
- Any other information you voluntarily provide to us
3. Purpose of Processing
We process personal data for the following purposes:
- To manage memberships, collaborations, and partnerships
- To organize and promote cultural events, exhibitions, and programs
- To communicate with members, artists, partners, and the public
- To comply with legal obligations
- To improve our website, services, and user experience
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on:
- Your consent
- Performance of a contract or pre-contractual measures
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Legitimate interests pursued by the Association, provided they do not override your rights
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data. We may share your data with:
- Service providers (IT, hosting, communication tools)
- Public authorities, when required by law
- Partners or collaborators involved in specific projects (only where necessary)
All third parties are required to respect the confidentiality and security of your data.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal requirements.
7. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Right of access to your personal data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
- Right to restriction of processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
9. Cookies and Website Usage
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
10. Contact Information
For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data, please contact us at email: contact@arac.ro
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and where appropriate, notified to you.