Privacy Policy

Last updated: 30-7-2026

In accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679 and applicable data protection legislation, this Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected and processed through this website.

1. Data Controller/ website owner

Legal name: Arlette Vijgen

Trading as / Artist name: Arlette Olaerts

Email: hello@arletteolaerts.com

Website: www.arletteolaerts.com

2. Personal Data We Collect

This website may collect the following personal information:

  • Name.
  • Email address.
  • Any information you voluntarily provide through the contact form or by email.

This website may also collect technical information through cookies. Please refer to our Cookie Policy for further details.

3. Purpose of Data Processing

Your personal data will only be used to:

  • Respond to enquiries or requests for information.
  • Manage communications with individuals interested in my artistic work.
  • Provide any information you have requested.

No automated decision-making or profiling is carried out.

4. Legal Basis

The legal basis for processing your personal data is your consent when you submit information through the contact form or contact me by email.

5. Data Retention

Your personal data will be retained only for as long as necessary to respond to your enquiry or to comply with any legal obligations.

6. Data Sharing

Personal data will not be shared with third parties unless required by law.

However, certain service providers, such as the website hosting provider or email service provider, may process personal data on my behalf solely to ensure the proper operation of this website.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.
  • Request correction of inaccurate data.
  • Request deletion of your data.
  • Request restriction of processing.
  • Object to processing.
  • Request data portability.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact:

hello@arletteolaerts.com

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

8. Data Security

Appropriate technical and organisational measures have been implemented to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

9. Changes to this Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or the operation of this website.