Last updated: 18/01/2026
Chris Fry Abstract Art (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you visit or interact with our website www.chrisfryart.co.uk.
We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
1. Who we are
Data Controller:
Chris Fry Abstract Art
East Sussex, United Kingdom
Email: hello@chrisfryart.co.uk
Website: www.chrisfryart.co.uk
2. What personal data we collect
We may collect and process the following data:
a) Information you provide directly
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number (if provided)
- Message content (via contact forms)
- Mailing list sign-ups
b) Purchase information (Shop)
If you make a purchase, we collect:
- Billing and shipping details
- Order history
- Payment confirmation (payment details are handled securely by third-party payment providers; we do not store card details)
c) Automatically collected data
- IP address
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited and interactions
- Cookies (see section 8)
3. How we use your data
We use your data to:
- Respond to enquiries and messages
- Process and fulfil orders
- Provide customer support
- Send occasional updates or newsletters (only if you opt in)
- Improve the website and user experience
- Meet legal and accounting obligations
We never sell your data or use it for unrelated marketing.
4. Legal basis for processing (UK GDPR)
We process personal data under the following lawful bases:
- Consent – for mailing list subscriptions
- Contract – to fulfil purchases and orders
- Legitimate interests – to respond to enquiries and operate the website
- Legal obligation – for tax and accounting records
5. Mailing list and marketing
If you subscribe to our mailing list:
- We use MailerLite to manage email communications
- You will receive emails only if you explicitly opt in
- You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in our emails
MailerLite processes data in accordance with UK GDPR and applies appropriate safeguards.
6. Sharing your data
We only share data with trusted third parties where necessary, including:
- Website hosting providers
- Email marketing services (MailerLite)
- Payment processors (e.g. Stripe, PayPal)
- Delivery providers
All third parties are required to protect your data and use it only for agreed purposes.
7. Data retention
We keep personal data only for as long as necessary:
- Contact enquiries: up to 12 months
- Mailing list data: until you unsubscribe
- Order and transaction data: as required by UK tax law
8. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to:
- Ensure proper website functionality
- Analyse website traffic
- Improve user experience
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Some site features may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.
9. Your rights under UK GDPR
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
ICO website: https://ico.org.uk
To exercise your rights, contact: hello@chrisfryart.co.uk
10. Data security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:
- Secure hosting
- Encrypted connections (SSL)
- Restricted access to personal information
11. Third-party links
Our website may include links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies separately.
12. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
13. Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
hello@chrisfryart.co.uk
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