Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: February 6, 2025

1. Introduction
Welcome to the Bermuda National Gallery (“BNG”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website (bng.bm), contact us via email (membership@bng.bm), or visit our physical location at 2nd Floor, City Hall & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, Hamilton, HM 11, Bermuda.

By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect
We collect and process the following types of personal information:

  • Personal Identifiable Information (PII): Name, phone number, email address, mailing address, and other information voluntarily provided when signing up for programs, events, or memberships.
  • Event and Membership Information: Records related to event participation, membership status, and preferences.
  • Payment Information: If you make a donation, purchase, or membership payment, we may collect payment details such as credit card information (processed securely via third-party payment processors).
  • Website Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, including IP addresses, browser types, pages visited, and duration of visits.
  • Marketing Preferences: Your preferences regarding communications, newsletters, and promotional content.

3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:

  • To manage event participation and membership services.
  • To process payments, donations, and transactions securely.
  • To communicate with you about exhibitions, programs, and events.
  • To improve our website functionality and user experience.
  • To comply with legal obligations and ensure a safe environment for visitors.

4. Information Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With third-party partners who assist in delivering our services (e.g., payment processors, email marketing platforms, event organizers).
  • Legal Compliance: If required by law, regulation, or legal request, or to protect the rights, safety, or property of BNG and its visitors.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a business restructuring or partnership, your information may be transferred as part of the organizational changes.

5. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Retention of Data
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

7. Your Rights & Choices
You have the following rights concerning your personal data:

  • Access & Correction: Request access to or correction of your personal information.
  • Opt-Out of Marketing: Unsubscribe from promotional emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in emails or contacting us directly.
  • Deletion Request: Request the deletion of your personal information where applicable under the law.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at membership@bng.bm or call (441) 295-9428.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any modifications will be effective upon posting on our website.

11. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Bermuda National Gallery
Address: 2nd Floor, City Hall & Arts Centre, 17 Church Street, Hamilton, HM 11, Bermuda
Email: membership@bng.bm
Phone: (441) 295-9428

Thank you for supporting Bermuda National Gallery. We are committed to protecting your privacy while fostering a vibrant and inclusive cultural space.