ArtNativ Cookie Policy
Effective Date: July 19, 2025
Last Updated: July 19, 2025
ArtNativ Inc. (“ArtNativ”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies
to enhance your experience on our platform, website (www.artnativ.com), mobile
applications, and related services (collectively, the “Services”). This Cookie Policy explains
what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we employ, and how you can
manage your cookie preferences. This policy is part of our broader Privacy Policy, which
governs the collection and use of your personal data.
By using the Services, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy, unless
you opt out or adjust your preferences as outlined below.
1. What Are Cookies and Tracking Technologies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (e.g., computer, smartphone, or tablet)
when you visit a website or use an application. They help websites recognize your device,
remember your preferences, and improve functionality. We also use similar technologies,
such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage, which serve comparable purposes.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies and tracking technologies to:
• Ensure Functionality: Keep you logged in, maintain your session, and enable core
platform features (e.g., browsing artwork, completing purchases).
• Personalize Your Experience: Tailor content, such as recommending artworks or
exhibitions based on your browsing history or preferences.
• Analyze Performance: Track site usage (e.g., pages visited, time spent) to improve
platform functionality and user experience.
• Support Security: Detect and prevent fraudulent activity or unauthorized access.
• Deliver Targeted Advertising: Show relevant promotions or content, such as new
artist features or exhibitions, based on your interests.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We categorize cookies based on their purpose and duration. Below are the types of
cookies used on the Services:
3.1 Essential Cookies
• Purpose: These cookies are necessary for the Services to function properly. They
enable core features like account login, navigation, and transaction processing
(e.g., adding artwork to your cart).
• Examples: Session cookies, authentication cookies.
• Duration: Typically, session-based (deleted when you close your browser) or
persistent for a short period (e.g., to keep you logged in).
• Opt-Out: These cookies cannot be disabled, as they are essential for platform
functionality.
3.2 Functional Cookies
• Purpose: These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your
preferences (e.g., language settings, saved artworks) and enabling personalized
features.
• Examples: Cookies that store your display preferences or saved search filters.
• Duration: Persistent, typically lasting up to 1 year.
• Opt-Out: You can disable these cookies, but some features may not work as
intended.
3.3 Analytics Cookies
• Purpose: These cookies collect anonymized data about how you interact with the
Services (e.g., pages visited, click patterns) to help us improve performance and
user experience.
• Examples: Cookies set by Google Analytics or similar providers to track site traffic
and engagement.
• Duration: Persistent, ranging from 1 day to 2 years.
• Opt-Out: You can opt out via our cookie consent tool or browser settings.
3.4 Advertising Cookies
• Purpose: These cookies deliver targeted advertisements or promotions (e.g., new
artist collections or exhibitions) based on your browsing behavior, both on ArtNativ
and across other sites.
• Examples: Cookies set by advertising partners to show relevant ads or track ad
performance.
• Duration: Persistent, typically lasting up to 1 year.
• Opt-Out: You can opt out via our cookie consent tool, browser settings, or thirdparty opt-out mechanisms (e.g., Network Advertising Initiative).
3.5 Third-Party Cookies
• Purpose: These cookies are set by third-party services (e.g., payment processors,
social media platforms, or analytics providers) to support functionality, advertising,
or analytics.
• Examples: Cookies from PayPal for payment processing or social media widgets for
sharing artwork.
• Duration: Varies based on the third party’s policy (typically days to years).
• Opt-Out: You can manage these via our cookie consent tool or the third party’s
privacy settings.
4. How We Use Cookies
Cookies and tracking technologies help us:
• Authenticate your account and maintain secure sessions.
• Remember your preferences, such as language or saved artworks.
• Analyze how users interact with the Services to optimize design and functionality.
• Deliver personalized recommendations, such as artworks or exhibitions tailored to
your interests.
• Measure the effectiveness of promotional campaigns.
• Detect and prevent security threats or fraudulent activity.
We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal data (e.g., payment details) unless
strictly necessary for transaction processing, and such data is handled in accordance with
our Privacy Policy.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control how cookies are used on the Services through the following options:
• Cookie Consent Tool: When you first visit the Services, a pop-up banner allows you
to accept, reject, or customize your cookie preferences (except for essential
cookies). You can revisit these settings at any time via the “Cookie Settings” link in
the website footer.
• Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. For example:
o Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and Other Site Data.
o Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
o Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and Website Data.
o Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions.
• Third-Party Opt-Outs: For advertising cookies, you can opt out via:
o Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)
o Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)
o European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA)
Note: Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Services, such as preventing
you from staying logged in or accessing personalized features.
6. Third-Party Cookies and Services
Some cookies are set by third-party providers to support the Services. These include:
• Analytics Providers: Tools like Google Analytics collect anonymized data to help us
understand platform usage.
• Payment Processors: Services like PayPal or Flutterwave may set cookies to
facilitate secure transactions.
• Social Media Platforms: If you share artwork or connect your account via social
media, platforms like Instagram or Twitter may set cookies.
• Advertising Partners: Third parties may set cookies to deliver targeted ads or track
ad performance.
These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.
ArtNativ requires all third-party providers to comply with applicable data protection laws
and protect your information.
7. Your Privacy Rights
As outlined in our Privacy Policy, you may have rights under applicable laws (e.g., GDPR,
CCPA, PIPEDA) to:
• Access data collected via cookies.
• Request deletion of non-essential cookie data.
• Object to or restrict cookie-based processing.
• Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies.
To exercise these rights, contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@artnativ.art. We
will respond within the timeframes required by law (e.g., 30 days under GDPR).
8. Cookies and Children’s Privacy
The Services are not intended for individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly
set cookies to collect data from children without parental consent. If you believe we have
collected data from a child, please contact privacy@artnativ.art, and we will delete it
promptly.
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal
requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by:
• Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top.
• Posting a notice on the platform or sending an email (for material changes).
Continued use of the Services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Cookie
Policy.
10. Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or to manage your cookie preferences, contact our Data
Protection Officer:
ArtNativ Inc.
Email: privacy@artnativ.art
Website: www.artnativ.com
If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact your local data protection
authority (e.g., Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada, ICO in the UK)