Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Elsa Alina (“entrepreneur”) collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Data Controller

Name: Elsa Hannula
Email: elsaalina.art@gmail.com
Phone: +358504307089 

2. Purpose of Data Processing

We collect and process personal data for the following purposes:

• Providing art and commissioned work services
• Managing and maintaining customer relationships
• Billing and financial administration
• Marketing and communications (based on consent)

3. Personal Data Collected

We process the following information:

• Name and contact information (email, phone number, address)
• Customer and contract-related information
• Billing and payment information

4. Legal Basis for Processing

The processing of personal data is based on:

• Performance of a contract
• Legal obligation
• Legitimate interest of the data controller
• Consent of the data subject

5. Data Retention

We will retain personal data for five (5) years from the last customer interaction, after which the data will be permanently deleted unless its retention is required to comply with a legal obligation.

6. Data Disclosure and Transfers

We may disclose personal data to:

• Service providers (e.g., IT, billing, and marketing services)
• Authorities as required by law

We do not transfer personal data outside the EU/EEA without appropriate safeguards.

7. Data Subject Rights

Data subjects have the following rights:

• Right to access their personal data
• Right to rectify inaccurate data
• Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

Requests to exercise these rights should be submitted in writing to the data controller.

8. Data Security

We protect personal data with appropriate technical and organizational measures to prevent unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

9. Cookies and Website

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve the functionality and user experience of our website. More information is available in our separate cookie policy.

10. Changes to Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy. Significant changes will be notified separately.

11. Contact Information

All data protection inquiries and requests should be directed to:

Elsa Hannula
elsaalina.art@gmail.com
+358504307089

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Last updated: 21.10.2025