Artisan Canada’s Privacy Notice
Global Vision Direct Limited, doing business as Artisan Furniture, collects information about you to provide and improve our services and to communicate with you. We collect data you provide directly and some technical data automatically through our website. Additionally, we may collect data from external sources.
Data Protection Compliance
In Canada, we comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial privacy laws. For businesses within the EU, we follow the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other relevant regulations.
Data Controller
The data controller is Global Vision Direct Limited, trading as Artisan Furniture, with websites including:
- www.artisanfurniture.us
- www.artisanfurniture.net
- www.artisanfurniture.eu
- www.artisaflo.net
- www.globalvisiondirect.co.uk
- www.globalvisioncompany.com
Introduction
This Privacy Notice explains how we use and protect the information of individuals connected to your business. We are committed to adhering to current data protection laws and fully complying with them.
Key Points of Our Privacy Notice
- Rights and Security: We outline the rights individuals have regarding their information and how we keep it secure.
- Information Collected: Types of information we collect about you and individuals connected to your business, and how we use it.
- Legal Grounds: The legal basis for using personal information.
This policy, along with our Standard Trading Conditions, sets the basis for processing personal data. By submitting personal data to us, you agree to its usage as outlined. For data protection legislation purposes, the data controller is Global Vision Direct Limited, operating through the mentioned websites.
Products and Services Covered
This Privacy Notice applies to drop-ship and wholesale products or services provided by Global Vision Direct Limited. In cases where this notice does not apply, additional information will be provided separately.
Individuals Connected to Your Business
When providing trade or wholesale services, we may collect information on individuals connected to your business from you or independent sources. Ensure all relevant individuals are aware of this Privacy Policy and their rights. Individuals connected to your business include guarantors, directors, officers, employees, partners, substantial owners, trustees, and other relevant persons.
Data Collection and Use
We may collect and process the following data:
- Information provided by filling out forms on our sites.
- Records of correspondence if you contact us.
- Survey responses for research purposes.
- Details of visits to our site, including traffic data and location data.
- Information about your computer, such as IP address, operating system, and browser type, using cookies.
Cookies
We use cookies to identify and track visitor usage. You can refuse cookies by adjusting your browser settings, but this may limit access to certain parts of our site. Our use of cookies helps improve site functionality and personalize services.
Third-Party Service Providers
For some activities, like routing and refunding payments, we use secure third-party providers such as Stripe Inc. Details on their data protection practices can be found on their privacy policy page.
International Data Transfers
We may transfer information globally, ensuring it is protected as described in this policy. Adequate safeguards are in place for transfers to countries with different data protection laws.
Children’s Information
We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it promptly.
Data Protection Principles
We adhere to strict data protection principles, ensuring information is:
- Used fairly, lawfully, and transparently.
- Used for specified, explicit purposes.
- Adequate, relevant, and limited to what is necessary.
- Accurate and kept up-to-date.
- Kept no longer than necessary.
- Handled securely to protect against unauthorized processing, access, loss, or damage.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us. We are committed to ensuring the security and confidentiality of your data.
