Privacy Policy
Last updated: 17 January 2026
Arty Y (“we”, “us”, “our”) is an Australian-based arts platform.
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you provide to us, in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose personal information when you visit our website, submit an enquiry, or submit artwork or portfolio materials through our site.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information including:
• Contact information such as your name, email address, and any social or website links you choose to provide
• Submission materials, including images, files, artist statements, descriptions, and other portfolio content
• Website usage data, such as pages visited, device type, browser type, IP address, and approximate location, collected via cookies or similar technologies
We only collect information that is reasonably necessary for our activities as an arts platform.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
• review and assess artist submissions and enquiries
• communicate with you about your submission, opportunities, exhibitions, or updates you request
• operate, maintain, and improve our website and services
• manage relationships with artists and contributors
• ensure website security and prevent misuse
• comply with legal and regulatory obligations
3. Legal Basis for Processing
Where applicable, we collect and process personal information based on:
• your consent (for example, when you submit a portfolio or contact us)
• legitimate interests, such as running and improving our platform
• contractual necessity, where relevant
• legal obligations under Australian law
4. Disclosure of Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may disclose limited personal information to trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the website and services, including:
• website hosting and form services (e.g. Wix)
• cloud storage and file management
• email communication and analytics tools
These providers are required to handle your information securely and only for authorised purposes.
We may also disclose information if required or authorised by law.
5. Artwork, Portfolios, and Public Use
Submitting your portfolio or artwork does not automatically grant permission for public display, sale, or promotion.
If we wish to:
• publish your work on our website or social media, or
• include your work in an exhibition, campaign, or commercial program,
we will seek your permission and confirm relevant terms (including credits and usage), unless such permission has been clearly granted by you in writing.
6. Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand visitor behaviour.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain website features.
7. Data Storage and Security
We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from misuse, loss, and unauthorised access.
Information submitted through our website may be stored securely using Wix and other reputable third-party services.
While we take security seriously, no online transmission is completely secure.
8. Overseas Disclosure
Some of our service providers (including Wix) may store or process data outside Australia.
Where this occurs, we take reasonable steps to ensure that your information is handled in a manner consistent with Australian privacy standards.
9. Retention of Information
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, including reviewing submissions and maintaining records.
You may request deletion of your information at any time.
10. Access and Correction
Under Australian privacy law, you may request access to personal information we hold about you and request correction of inaccurate or outdated information.
Requests can be made using the contact details below.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites (such as Instagram or other platforms).
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third-party websites.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a privacy-related request, please contact us at:
Email: contact@artyy.com.au