Cookie Policy

Last updated: June 15, 2026

This website is operated by Anna Sumislawska.

This Cookie Policy explains how cookies and similar technologies are used on this website in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR – Regulation (EU) 2016/679) and applicable ePrivacy rules.

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to function properly, improve user experience, and provide information about website usage.

Cookies may be “session cookies” (deleted when you close your browser) or “persistent cookies” (stored until they expire or are deleted).

2. Types of Cookies Used

2.1 Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled in the system.

They are used for:

  • Website navigation

  • Security and fraud prevention

  • Shopping cart functionality

  • Checkout and payment processing

2.2 Analytics cookies

This website uses Squarespace built-in analytics tools to understand how visitors use the website.

These cookies collect aggregated information such as:

  • Number of visitors

  • Pages visited

  • Traffic sources

  • Device and browser information

This data is used to improve website performance and user experience.

2.3 Functional cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember user preferences and improve usability, such as:

  • Language or display preferences

  • Cookie consent choices

2.4 Marketing and newsletter cookies

When you subscribe to the newsletter, third-party services such as MailerLite may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Manage subscription forms

  • Prevent duplicate subscriptions

  • Track email campaign performance (such as email opens or link clicks)

These cookies are only used with your consent where required.

2.5 Third-party cookies (embedded services and payments)

Some cookies may be set by third-party services integrated into this website, including:

  • Squarespace (hosting and e-commerce platform)

  • Payment providers (such as PayPal, Stripe, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Klarna and card networks)

  • Email and newsletter providers (MailerLite)

  • Social media platforms (Instagram and Facebook, if accessed via links)

These third parties are responsible for their own cookie and privacy policies.

3. How I Use Cookies

Cookies are used to:

  • Ensure proper website functionality

  • Enable secure checkout and payment processing

  • Operate the online shop

  • Improve website performance and user experience

  • Analyze website traffic and usage

  • Support newsletter functionality (if subscribed)

4. Cookie Consent

When you first visit this website, you are shown a cookie banner that allows you to:

  • Accept all cookies

  • Manage cookie preferences

You can withdraw or change your consent at any time through the “Manage cookies” option.

5. How You Can Control Cookies

You can also control or disable cookies through your browser settings (such as Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge).

Please note that disabling some cookies may affect website functionality, especially related to:

  • Shopping cart

  • Checkout process

  • Payment completion

6. Third-Party Cookies

Third-party services may place cookies on your device when you:

  • Make a purchase

  • Use the contact form

  • Subscribe to the newsletter

  • Click social media links

These services operate independently and are responsible for their own cookie policies.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

8. Contact

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, you can contact me at:

Anna Sumislawska
Email: anna.sumislawska.painter@gmail.com