Privacy Policy

Online Art Education (OAE)

Effective Date: February 28, 2026

1. Introduction

Online Art Education (“OAE”, “we”, “us”, “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

Online Art Education (OAE) was founded as a platform for discipline-specific art education. It is designed to grow slowly and thoughtfully, supporting artists at different stages of practice and across different material and conceptual approaches.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, enrol in our programs, or interact with our services worldwide.

We operate from New Zealand and provide services globally. All transactions are processed in USD.

By using our website or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

a. Personal Identification Information

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Billing address

  • Country of residence

  • Phone number (if provided)

b. Payment Information

Payments are processed securely through third-party payment providers. We do not store full credit card details. Payment providers may collect:

  • Credit/debit card details

  • Billing information

  • Transaction data

c. Account Information

  • Login credentials

  • Course enrolments

  • Learning progress

  • Submitted coursework

  • Feedback and communication records

d. Technical Information

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Cookies and usage data

e. Voluntary Information

  • Survey responses

  • Testimonials

  • Community posts

  • Support inquiries

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide access to courses and programs

  • Process payments in USD

  • Communicate about enrolments, updates, and support

  • Deliver structured learning experiences

  • Improve our educational offerings

  • Send newsletters or marketing communications (you may opt out at any time)

  • Comply with legal obligations

We only collect information necessary to operate our services and support artists effectively.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

As a New Zealand-based business serving a global audience, we process personal information under:

  • Consent (when you opt in to communications)

  • Contractual necessity (to provide courses and services)

  • Legitimate business interests (to improve and operate OAE)

  • Legal obligations (where required by law)

5. Cookies & Analytics

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve website functionality

  • Analyse website traffic

  • Understand user behaviour

  • Personalise user experience

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies. However, some website features may not function properly without them.

6. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party providers for:

  • Payment processing

  • Email marketing

  • Course hosting platforms

  • Analytics services

  • Cloud storage

These providers only receive information necessary to perform their services and are required to protect your data.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites linked from our platform.

7. International Users

Because OAE serves a worldwide audience, your information may be transferred and stored outside your country of residence, including in New Zealand or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate.

By using our services, you consent to such transfers.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services

  • Maintain course records

  • Meet legal and financial obligations

  • Resolve disputes

You may request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal requirements.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Request deletion

  • Withdraw consent

  • Object to certain data processing

  • Request data portability

To exercise these rights, contact us at: [email protected]

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against:

  • Unauthorised access

  • Disclosure

  • Alteration

  • Loss

However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Children’s Privacy

OAE’s programs are intended for individuals aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

If you believe a minor has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

12. Testimonials & Community Contributions

If you post in community forums or submit work publicly within a course, that information may be visible to other enrolled participants.

We may use testimonials for marketing purposes only with your consent.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Continued use of our services indicates acceptance of any changes.

14. Patronage & Public Acknowledgment

If you choose to support Online Art Education through voluntary patronage, we may collect your name, email address, and payment information for the purpose of processing and administering your contribution.

By providing patronage, you consent to Online Art Education publicly acknowledging your support on our website and in email communications. This acknowledgment may include your name and country of residence.

If you prefer to remain anonymous, you may notify us at the time of your contribution or contact us at any time to request removal of your public acknowledgment.

We will not disclose additional personal information beyond what is reasonably necessary for acknowledgment purposes.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

Online Art Education (OAE)

Email: [email protected]

Website: onlinearteducation.org

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