Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 15, 2026

This website is operated by Anna Sumislawska ("I", "me", "my").

I am committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR – Regulation (EU) 2016/679).

1. Data Controller

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

2. Personal Data I Collect

I collect personal data in the following ways:

2.1 Information provided voluntarily

When you contact me or subscribe to my newsletter, I collect:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Any information included in your message (contact form or email content)

When you subscribe to the newsletter, I also collect and store:

  • Email address for marketing and informational communications (based on your consent)

2.2 Order and transaction information

When you place an order through the online shop, I collect:

  • Name and surname

  • Email address

  • Telephone number (for delivery purposes)

  • Billing address

  • Shipping address

  • Tax identification number (when required for invoicing purposes)

  • Order details and purchase history

2.3 Technical information

When you visit the website, certain information is collected automatically, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Operating system

  • Pages visited

  • Date and time of access

  • Referring website

3. Products and Services

This website sells handmade physical products, including watercolor postcards and original artwork.

4. How I Use Your Data

Your personal data is used for the following purposes:

  • Processing and fulfilling orders

  • Managing payments

  • Shipping and delivery

  • Responding to inquiries and messages

  • Providing customer support

  • Sending newsletter communications and updates

  • Website analytics and performance improvement

  • Security and fraud prevention

  • Compliance with legal obligations

5. Legal Basis for Processing

I process personal data based on:

  • Performance of a contract (order processing)

  • Legal obligations (accounting, tax, invoicing)

  • Legitimate interests (website security, analytics, and improvement)

  • Consent (contact form submissions, newsletter subscription, and cookies where applicable)

6. Payment Processing

Payments are processed through third-party payment providers integrated into the website, including:

  • PayPal

  • Stripe

  • Apple Pay

  • Google Pay

  • Klarna

  • Link

  • Credit and debit card networks (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB, UnionPay, CB, Wero)

Payment information is processed directly by these providers according to their own privacy policies.

I do not store full payment card details.

7. Shipping and Delivery

To fulfill orders, I share necessary information with shipping providers, including:

  • Name

  • Shipping address

  • Telephone number

  • Order details

Shipping providers include postal and courier services such as Poste Italiane, BRT, DHL, GLS, UPS, and FedEx, depending on the destination.

8. Website Hosting and Platform

This website is hosted and operated using Squarespace.

Squarespace processes personal data on my behalf to provide hosting, e-commerce functionality, analytics, and security services.

9. Analytics

This website uses Squarespace built-in analytics tools to understand website traffic and user behavior.

Analytics data is used in aggregated form to improve the website and services.

10. Contact Form

When you use the contact form, your personal data (such as name and email address) is used only to respond to your inquiry.

11. Newsletter

When you subscribe to the newsletter, your email address is used to send updates, news, and marketing communications.

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in every email.

The newsletter service is provided by third-party providers such as MailerLite, which process your data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

12. Cookies

This website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Ensure proper website functionality

  • Remember user preferences

  • Analyze website performance and traffic

You can manage your cookie preferences through the cookie banner (“Manage cookies” and “Accept all”).

13. Social Media Links

This website contains links to social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook.

These platforms may collect personal data according to their own privacy policies when you visit them.

14. Data Sharing

I do not sell or rent your personal data.

Your personal data is shared only when necessary with:

  • Squarespace

  • Payment providers

  • Shipping companies

  • Newsletter service providers

  • Legal authorities when required by law

15. Data Retention

Personal data is stored only for as long as necessary for:

  • Order processing and fulfillment

  • Legal and tax obligations

  • Customer support

  • Website operation and security

After this period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

16. Your Rights (GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Request data portability

  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

17. Children’s Privacy

This website is intended for a general audience. Purchases may only be made by individuals legally capable of entering into binding contracts under applicable law.

18. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any updates are published on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.