PRIVACY POLICY
Last updated: January 2026
This Privacy Policy governs the collection and processing of data on the website artcurator.org. The platform complies with the requirements of European Union legislation, including the GDPR, and uses only the minimum amount of data necessary for the operation of the service.
The ArtCurator platform is intended for artists and creative users who wish to access international opportunities, follow curated selections, use tools, and stay informed about project updates.
For privacy-related inquiries, you may contact us at info@artcurator.org.
1. What Data We Collect
During registration, only an email address, password, and chosen nickname are requested. We do not collect first name, last name, date of birth, or other identifying information.
When using the website, technical data is automatically collected, including IP address, browser type, device parameters, and time of visit. This data is necessary for the proper operation of the website and for general statistics.
If a user leaves comments or submits requests to the AI assistant, the text of such requests is used exclusively to perform the requested functionality and is not used for any other purposes.
2. Donations and Payment Information
Voluntary donations are processed through the Stripe service.
The platform does not receive or store bank card details. We only see the transaction confirmation and the email address provided at the time of payment.
3. Cookies and Anonymized Statistics
The website uses only technical cookies required for the stable operation of the service.
Google Analytics is used to analyze website traffic in anonymized mode. IP addresses are truncated, advertising and marketing features are disabled. We do not use advertising cookies.
Users can manage cookies through their browser settings.
4. How We Use Data
Collected data is used for registration and authentication, proper operation of the website, display of the user’s nickname, traffic analysis, operation of the AI assistant, and processing of donations.
We do not sell or transfer personal data to third parties. Data may be shared only with technical services that ensure the functioning of the platform: Google Analytics, Stripe, and the AI assistant service.
5. Legal Grounds for Processing
Data processing is carried out on the basis of:
— the user’s consent given during registration;
— performance of the website’s functional tasks;
— the platform’s legitimate interests related to service improvement and security.
6. Data Retention Period
Account data is stored until the user deletes their account.
Technical data is stored for no longer than 12 months.
Donation information is stored in accordance with Stripe’s policy.
Users may delete their account at any time through the settings.
7. User Rights
Users have the right to obtain information about their data, modify account information, delete it, restrict processing, or object to processing.
To exercise these rights, users may contact info@artcurator.org.
Users also have the right to lodge a complaint with the competent data protection authority in Lithuania.
8. Data Transfer to Third-Party Services
Data is transferred only to services necessary for the operation of the website:
Google Analytics — statistics;
Stripe — payment processing;
AI assistant — processing text requests.
Only the minimum necessary amount of data is transferred.
9. Data Security
The platform uses secure connections (SSL), regular system updates, restricted access to the administrative panel, and modern security measures.
Access to information is granted only to project administrators.
10. Age Restrictions
The platform is intended for users aged 16 and older, as only from this age it is possible to provide legally valid consent to the processing of personal data.
11. Changes to the Policy
We may update this Policy as the project develops. The current version is always available on the website artcurator.org.
By continuing to use the website, the user confirms their agreement with the current version of this Policy.