Privacy Policy – Foenander Galleries
Effective Date: Thursday 16 April 2026
Foenander Galleries (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 (New Zealand).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you interact with us, including through our website, in-gallery visits, and communications.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information including:
- Your name, email address, phone number, and postal address
- Purchase history and artwork preferences
- Payment and billing details (processed securely via third-party providers)
- Communications and enquiries you send to us
- Website usage data (e.g., cookies, IP address, browser type)
2. How We Collect Information
We collect information when you:
- Visit our gallery or website
- Subscribe to our mailing list
- Purchase or enquire about artwork
- Request services (e.g., commissions, delivery, installation)
- Communicate with us via email, phone, or social media
3. Purpose of Collection
We collect and use your information to:
- Provide and manage our services
- Process purchases and arrange delivery or installation
- Communicate with you about artworks, exhibitions, and events
- Send marketing communications (only with your consent)
- Improve our website and customer experience
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Disclosure of Information
We may share your information with:
- Payment processors and financial institutions
- Shipping, logistics, and installation providers
- Artists or partners (only where necessary for commissions or sales)
- Service providers who support our business operations
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
5. Storage and Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from loss, unauthorised access, or misuse.
Information may be stored electronically or in secure physical records.
6. Access and Correction
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information
- Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete information
To do so, please contact us using the details below.
7. Marketing Communications
We may send you updates about exhibitions, artists, and available works if you have opted in.
You can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in our emails or by contacting us directly.
8. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve functionality and user experience
- Analyse website traffic
You can adjust your browser settings to disable cookies if you prefer.
9. International Transfers
If we engage service providers outside New Zealand, we will ensure your information is protected in a manner consistent with New Zealand privacy law.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will be available on our website.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:
Foenander Galleries
Auckland, New Zealand
Email: elle@fgalleries.co.nz