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GDPR Compliant Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for TheArtistDG

Effective Date: January 2, 2026
Website: https://www1.theartistdg.com.ng/
Contact Email: privacy@theartistdg.com.ng (update as needed)

At TheArtistDG (“we,” “us,” “our”), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect information when you visit our biography blog and how we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable privacy laws.

By using or accessing this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. What Information We Collect

We may collect both Personal Data and Non-Personal Data that you voluntarily provide or is automatically collected when you use our website.

1.1 Personal Data You Provide

You may voluntarily provide:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Comments, messages, feedback

  • Newsletter subscription details

1.2 Automated/Technical Data

Collected automatically when you visit our site:

  • IP address

  • Device type (e.g., phone, laptop)

  • Browser type and version

  • Pages visited and time spent

  • Referring/exit pages

  • Cookies and similar tracking data

This data helps us improve the blog and provide better services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

2.1 To Provide & Maintain Services

  • Publish and manage blog content

  • Respond to your messages and comments

2.2 To Communicate

  • Send newsletters

  • Notify you about updates or relevant content (only if subscribed)

2.3 To Improve User Experience

  • Analyze usage trends

  • Optimize site performance

2.4 For Legal Compliance

To comply with applicable laws and enforce site policies.

3. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

Under the GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases:

  • Consent: You give clear consent for us to process your personal data (e.g., subscribing to a newsletter).

  • Contractual Necessity: When processing is necessary to provide you services.

  • Legitimate Interests: To improve and secure our website.

  • Legal Obligation: To comply with law enforcement or legal requirements.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to personalize content and analyze traffic.

4.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device. They help us:

  • Recognize returning visitors

  • Track site performance

  • Enable social media features

4.2 Types of Cookies Used

  • Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality

  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the site

  • Preference Cookies: Save your preferences (e.g., language settings)

4.3 Your Cookie Choices

You may disable cookies through browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain functionalities of the website.

5. Third-Party Services

We may share data with trusted third parties that help us operate the website:

  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)

  • Email delivery services (for newsletters)

  • Advertising partners (if applicable)

These third parties are obligated to keep your information secure and use it only for authorized purposes.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined:

  • Newsletter data retained until you unsubscribe

  • Comment data retained based on moderation settings

  • Technical/analytics data stored for performance analysis

After data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or archive it in line with legal requirements.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are in the EU/EEA, you have the right to:

7.1 Access & Correction

Request a copy of your personal data and correct inaccuracies.

7.2 Data Portability

Receive your data in a structured format.

7.3 Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”)

Request deletion of personal data.

7.4 Restrict or Object to Processing

Limit how we use your information.

7.5 Withdraw Consent

You can withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent).

7.6 Lodge a Complaint

If you believe data protection rights are violated, you can contact your local supervisory authority.

To exercise your rights, contact:
Email: privacy@theartistdg.com.ng (update if needed)

8. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

  • SSL encryption

  • Access controls

  • Regular security reviews

However, no system is fully secure — we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

9. Children’s Privacy

TheArtistDG is intended for users aged 18 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16.

If you believe we have collected data from a minor, please contact us immediately to delete it.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes to our practices or legal requirements.

Last Updated: January 2, 2026

We will post the updated policy on this page, and if changes are significant, we will notify you via email or announcement on the website.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this policy:

📩 Email: privacy@theartistdg.com.ng
🌐 Website: https://www1.theartistdg.com.ng/