Privacy & Terms of Use
Last updated: [date]

This page explains how aparajitagopal.com (“the website”, “we”, “us”) handles your personal information, and the terms that apply when you use this website. By using the website, you agree to these terms.

Privacy Policy

1. Information we collect

We only collect information you choose to give us, or that is needed to run the website:

• Enquiry and contact forms: your name, email address, phone number and the content of your message.
• Workshop bookings: your name, contact details, the workshop you have booked, and any details you share with us (such as experience level).
• Newsletter (Studio Letters): your email address and, if given, your first name.
• Basic usage data: like most websites, we may collect anonymous information such as browser type, device, pages visited and time spent, through cookies and analytics tools.

We do not collect sensitive personal data such as financial details or government ID through this website.

2. How we use your information

• To reply to your enquiries about artworks, commissions, workshops or studio visits.
• To manage your workshop booking and send related updates.
• To send the Studio Letters newsletter, only if you have subscribed.
• To understand how visitors use the website so we can improve it.

We will never sell, rent or trade your personal information.

3. Sharing your information

Your information is shared only with trusted service providers who help run the website, such as our hosting provider, email service and analytics tools, and only as far as needed. We may also disclose information if required by law.

4. Cookies

The website uses a small number of cookies to keep it working properly and to understand visitor traffic. You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Some parts of the website may not work as intended if you do.

5. Newsletter

You can unsubscribe from Studio Letters at any time using the link at the bottom of every email, or by writing to us.

6. How long we keep your data

We keep enquiry and booking information only for as long as needed to respond to you and for reasonable record-keeping. Newsletter details are kept until you unsubscribe.

7. Your rights

Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, you may ask us to:

• Tell you what personal information we hold about you.
• Correct or update your information.
• Delete your information.
• Withdraw any consent you have given.

To make a request, write to [email address]. We will respond within a reasonable time.

8. Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Grievance Officer

For any concerns about your personal data, please contact:
[Name of grievance officer]
Email: [email address]
Address: [studio address]

Terms of Use

1. Use of the website

This website is provided to share the work of Aparajita Gopal and information about artworks, commissions and workshops. You agree to use it lawfully and not to attempt to harm, disrupt or gain unauthorised access to it.

2. Intellectual property

All artworks and content on this website are protected by copyright. Please see our Copyright Notices page for full details of what is and isn’t permitted.

3. Artworks and colours

We make every effort to show artworks accurately. However, colours, textures and scale may look different on different screens. Please contact us if you would like more photographs or details before purchasing.

4. Prices and availability

Artwork prices are shared on request. Availability shown on the website may change without notice, as works may be sold through galleries or exhibitions.

5. Workshops

Workshop bookings are confirmed only after payment. Cancellation and rescheduling terms are shared at the time of booking. We may reschedule or cancel a workshop in exceptional circumstances, in which case you will be offered another date or a full refund.

6. Commissions

Commissioned works are governed by a separate written agreement covering size, timelines, payment and approvals.

7. External links

The website may link to other sites, such as Instagram. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.

8. Limitation of liability

The website is provided “as is”. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from the use of, or inability to use, this website or its content.

9. Changes to these terms

We may update this page from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top will show when changes were made.

10. Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in [city].

11. Contact

For any questions about this page, write to [email address].