Privacy Policy – Eugenio Garcia

Privacy & Cookie Policy

Effective date: 12 May 2026 | Last updated: 12 May 2026

WHO WE ARE

This Privacy and Cookie Policy applies to Studio EGT, operated by Eugenio Garcia (“we,” “us,” or “our”). Studio EGT is an art studio and online print shop accessible at www.eugeniogarciat.com.

We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights in relation to it.

For questions about this policy, you may contact us at eugenio@eugeniogarciat.com.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

Information you provide directly

Inquiry form: When you submit an inquiry about a piece, we collect your name, email address, and the content of your message.

Print shop purchases: When you place an order, we collect your name, email address, shipping address, and billing information. Payment card details are processed directly by our payment provider and are not stored by Studio EGT.

Newsletter sign-up: When you subscribe to our mailing list, we collect your email address and, if provided, your name.

Information collected automatically

Usage data: When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain technical information, including your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and time spent on pages.

Cookies and similar technologies: We use cookies and tracking technologies as described in Section 6 of this policy.

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To respond to your inquiries and communicate with you about our artwork.
To process and fulfill your orders, including sending order confirmations and shipping updates.
To send you newsletters and updates about new works, exhibitions, and limited edition releases, where you have subscribed.
To improve and maintain our website and understand how visitors interact with it.
To comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes.
To prevent fraud and ensure the security of our website and transactions.

LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom, we process your personal data on the following legal bases:

Contract performance: To fulfill orders you place with us. Legitimate interests: To respond to inquiries, operate our website, and improve our services. Consent: To send marketing emails and newsletters. You may withdraw your consent at any time by unsubscribing. Legal obligation: Where we are required to process your data to comply with applicable law.

SHARING YOUR INFORMATION

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers only as necessary to operate our website and services, including:

Payment processors: To securely process transactions (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, or similar). Shipping and fulfillment providers: To deliver your orders. Email marketing platforms: To send newsletters (e.g., Mailchimp or similar). Analytics providers: Such as Google Analytics, to understand website traffic and usage. Advertising platforms: Such as Meta (Facebook/Instagram), if we use pixel-based advertising tools. Website hosting and infrastructure: Including WordPress and associated plugins.

All third-party providers are required to handle your data in accordance with applicable privacy laws and are prohibited from using it for their own independent purposes.

We may also disclose your information if required by law, court order, or to protect the rights and safety of Studio EGT or others.

COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to site owners.

Types of cookies we use

Strictly necessary cookies: Required for the website to function, including shopping cart functionality and secure checkout. These cannot be disabled. Functional cookies: Remember your preferences and settings to improve your experience. Analytics cookies: Used by services such as Google Analytics to collect anonymised information about how visitors use our website. Marketing and advertising cookies: Used by platforms such as Meta Pixel to track visitors across websites and enable targeted advertising. These are only active if you have consented.

Managing cookies

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You may also manage or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

To opt out of Google Analytics, visit tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout. For Meta’s data practices, visit facebook.com/privacy/explanation.

DATA RETENTION

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law:

Order and transaction data: Retained for up to 7 years for accounting and legal compliance purposes. Inquiry data: Retained for up to 2 years after our last communication. Newsletter subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion. Analytics data: Retained in accordance with the settings of the relevant third-party platform (typically 14 to 26 months for Google Analytics).

YOUR RIGHTS

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Access: The right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you. Correction: The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data. Deletion: The right to request deletion of your personal data, subject to certain legal exceptions. Restriction: The right to request that we restrict the processing of your data in certain circumstances. Portability: The right to receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format. Objection: The right to object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes. Withdrawal of consent: Where processing is based on consent, the right to withdraw it at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.

Residents of California (USA) have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected and sold, and the right to opt out of its sale. Studio EGT does not sell personal information.

To exercise any of your rights, please contact us at eugenio@eugeniogarciat.com. We will respond within 30 days.

INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Studio EGT operates globally and your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence, including countries that may not provide the same level of data protection as your home country.

Where we transfer personal data from the EEA or UK to third countries, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission, or equivalent mechanisms.

CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Our website and services are not directed at children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy and Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Continued use of our website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

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

Studio EGT Eugenio Garcia Email: eugenio@eugeniogarciat.com Website: www.eugeniogarciat.com Milano, Italia

If you are located in the EEA and are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.