Our Commitment to Privacy
At Design Painting Gallery, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our visitors. This Privacy Policy explains what information we may collect when you visit our website, how we use it, and the choices you have. We believe that trust is the foundation of any creative community, and we handle your data with the same care and attention that we give to the artworks we showcase.
We do not collect personal data unless you voluntarily provide it – for example, by contacting us via email or through our contact form. We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
Information We Collect
1. Automatically Collected Data
When you browse our gallery, our servers may log standard information such as your IP address (anonymised where possible), browser type and version, operating system, pages visited, and time spent. This data is used for statistical analysis, to improve user experience, and to diagnose technical issues. It is stored in aggregated form and does not personally identify you.
2. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies to enhance functionality, remember preferences, and analyse traffic. For details, please see our Cookies Policy. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.
3. Personal Information You Provide
If you contact us via email or the contact form, we may collect your name, email address, and any other details you choose to share. This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry and is retained only as long as necessary.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate and maintain the gallery – ensuring the website functions properly and securely.
- To improve your experience – analysing usage patterns to enhance content and design.
- To respond to your queries – providing customer support and feedback.
- For analytics and advertising – using third‑party services like Google Analytics and Google AdSense, which may set cookies to measure traffic and serve relevant ads.
We do not use your personal data for automated decision‑making that significantly affects you.
Third‑Party Services and Data Sharing
We may engage third‑party providers to deliver services such as analytics (Google Analytics) and advertising (Google AdSense). These providers may have access to your data only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are contractually obligated to protect it.
We do not otherwise share your personal data with third parties, except when required by law or to protect our rights.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, loss, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. Please do not submit confidential or sensitive information through our contact forms.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
- Object to processing or request restriction.
- Withdraw consent at any time.
- Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@startknowledge.in. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
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. Continued use of the site indicates acceptance of the revised policy.
Last updated: 2026-09-03
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us:
- General inquiries: contact@startknowledge.in
- Support: support@startknowledge.in
- Project communication: hello@startknowledge.in
You may also use our Contact Form.