Privacy Policy

Last updated: 12 March 2026

Schiffmacher Tattoo Heritage operates the website schiffmacher-tattoo-heritage.nl. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website.

1. Who We Are

Schiffmacher Tattoo Heritage is an initiative dedicated to preserving, documenting, and sharing the cultural heritage of tattoo art. Built around the extensive private collection of legendary tattoo artist Henk Schiffmacher, the project aims to safeguard and make accessible thousands of historical objects, artworks, books, photographs, and stories connected to tattoo culture.

Website: schiffmacher-tattoo-heritage.nl
Contact: info@schiffmacher-tattoo-heritage.com

2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information when you:

  • Visit our website
  • Contact us by email
  • Submit content such as photos or information

The information we may collect includes:

  • Name or artist name
  • Email address
  • IP address
  • Browser and device information
  • Any information you voluntarily provide

3. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

  • Respond to inquiries or messages
  • Maintain and improve the website
  • Publish submitted content where applicable
  • Understand website usage
  • Prevent misuse or abuse of the website

Personal data is processed only when there is a legitimate reason to do so, such as consent or legitimate interest.

4. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to improve the browsing experience and analyze website usage. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.

You can disable cookies through your browser settings.

5. Sharing Information

We do not sell or trade personal information to third parties. Information may be shared with service providers necessary to operate the website, such as:

  • Hosting providers
  • Analytics services
  • Email providers

These providers process information only on our behalf.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data from loss, misuse, or unauthorized access.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable law (including the GDPR), you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to processing
  • Request data portability

To exercise these rights, please contact us at: info@schiffmacher-tattoo-heritage.com
You also have the right to file a complaint with your local data protection authority.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most current version will always be available on this page.