Cookie Policy
Effective Date: September 28, 2024
Last Updated: March 12, 2025
Fine Art Printing Studio (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates https://fineartprintingstudio.com.au (“Website”). This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies in compliance with Australian privacy laws, including the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Victorian Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (Vic).
By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They help improve your browsing experience, store user preferences, and analyze website traffic.
2. What Cookies Do We Use?
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our Website. They help with:
• Security (protecting against fraud and cyber threats).
• Session management (e.g., keeping you logged in).
• Shopping cart functions (if applicable).
➡ Legal Basis: No consent is required for these cookies under Australian privacy laws.
B. Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Website. They collect anonymous data such as:
• Which pages are most visited.
• How long visitors stay on our site.
• Any errors encountered.
➡ Examples: Google Analytics, server log tracking.
➡ Legal Basis: You can opt out of these cookies.
C. Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences, such as:
• Preferred language.
• Remembering login details.
• Customising website layout.
➡ Legal Basis: You can disable these cookies, but some features may not work properly.
D. Advertising & Third-Party Cookies
These cookies track your browsing activity for advertising and marketing purposes. They may be set by:
• Google Ads.
• Facebook Pixel.
• Other advertising networks.
➡ Legal Basis: We require your explicit consent before placing these cookies.
3. How Can You Manage Cookies?
You have the right to control cookies. You can:
A. Change Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies:
• Google Chrome: Manage Cookies
• Mozilla Firefox: Manage Cookies
• Safari: Manage Cookies
• Microsoft Edge: Manage Cookies
B. Opt-Out of Online Tracking
You can opt-out of third-party tracking via:
• Google Analytics Opt-Out: Disable Tracking
• Facebook Ad Preferences: Manage Ads
• Australian Digital Advertising Alliance (ADAA): Opt-Out
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our Website may be set by third parties, such as:
• Embedded YouTube or Vimeo videos.
• Social media buttons (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest).
• Payment processors (e.g., PayPal, Stripe).
We do not control these cookies, and you should check their respective privacy policies.
5. Compliance with Australian Privacy Laws
Our use of cookies complies with:
✔ Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) – Governs the collection of personal information, including via cookies.
✔ Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) – Requires transparency about how we collect and use data.
✔ Victorian Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (Vic) – Covers data protection for Victoria-based customers.
✔ Spam Act 2003 (Cth) – Regulates online marketing practices related to cookies and consent.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy periodically to reflect legal changes or updates to our cookie usage. The latest version will always be available on our Website.