HISTORY OF ART ACADEMY

1. Introduction: The History of Art Academy ("the Academy", "we", "our" or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with transparency, integrity and care. This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, store and protect personal information when you visit our Website, make a booking, communicate with us or participate in one of our educational programmes. We recognise that privacy is an essential part of the relationship between the Academy and its participants and are committed to processing personal data responsibly and in accordance with applicable data protection legislation. The Academy processes personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 ("GDPR"), the Austrian Data Protection Act (Datenschutzgesetz – DSG) and other applicable laws governing the protection of personal information. Please read this Privacy Notice carefully before using our Website or booking a Course. ________________________________________ 2. Scope of this Privacy Notice: This Privacy Notice applies to all personal information collected by the Academy through: • our Website; • online booking systems; • email correspondence; • newsletter subscriptions; • enquiries submitted through our contact forms; • participation in Courses, lectures and educational events; • communications with the Academy; • future online educational services. This Privacy Notice applies regardless of whether our educational activities take place in museums, galleries, historic buildings, hotels, cafés, public spaces, online or at any other venue. ________________________________________ 3. Who We Are The History of Art Academy is an independent educational institution dedicated to the study and appreciation of art history, architecture, museums, collections and cultural heritage. The Academy organises lectures, seminars, museum-based Courses, educational visits, walking programmes and other learning experiences designed to encourage close engagement with works of art and the built environment. For the purposes of applicable data protection legislation, the History of Art Academy is the Data Controller responsible for the processing of your personal information. ________________________________________ 4. Contact If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Notice or the way your personal information is processed, you may contact the Academy using the contact details published on our Website. Website: www.historyofartacademy.com The Academy will endeavour to respond to all privacy-related enquiries without undue delay. ________________________________________ 5. Principles Governing the Processing of Personal Data The Academy processes personal information in accordance with the following principles established under the GDPR. Personal data shall be: • processed lawfully, fairly and transparently; • collected only for specified and legitimate purposes; • limited to information that is relevant and necessary; • kept accurate and, where appropriate, up to date; • retained only for as long as necessary; • protected through appropriate technical and organisational security measures. The Academy does not collect personal information beyond what is reasonably necessary for the provision of its educational activities and the operation of its Website. ________________________________________ 6. Information We Collect Depending upon your interaction with the Academy, we may collect the following categories of personal information. Identity Information This may include: • your name; • title; • preferred form of address. Contact Information This may include: • email address; • telephone number; • postal address (where applicable). Booking Information This may include: • Courses booked; • booking history; • attendance records; • booking confirmations; • payment status. Communication Information When you contact the Academy, we may retain copies of correspondence, enquiries or other communications in order to respond effectively and maintain appropriate administrative records. Technical Information When you use our Website, certain technical information may automatically be collected, including: • IP address; • browser type; • operating system; • device information; • referring website; • pages visited; • date and time of access. Where cookies or analytics technologies are used, additional information may be collected as described in our separate Cookie Notice. ________________________________________ 7. Information You Voluntarily Provide You may choose to provide additional information when: • submitting an enquiry; • registering for a Course; • subscribing to our newsletter; • requesting information; • participating in surveys; • providing feedback; • communicating with the Academy. Providing such information is entirely voluntary. However, certain information may be required in order to process a booking or respond to an enquiry. ________________________________________ 8. Information We Do Not Intentionally Collect The Academy does not intentionally collect special categories of personal data unless such information is voluntarily provided and reasonably necessary for a specific purpose, for example where accessibility arrangements are requested. Participants are kindly requested not to provide unnecessary medical information or other sensitive personal information unless specifically requested by the Academy. The Academy does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of sixteen without appropriate parental or legal guardian consent. ________________________________________ 9. How We Use Your Personal Information The Academy uses personal information only where necessary to fulfil legitimate educational and administrative purposes. Depending upon your interaction with the Academy, your information may be used to: • process Course bookings; • administer payments; • communicate practical Course information; • respond to enquiries; • provide customer support; • maintain attendance records; • improve our educational programmes; • ensure the security of our Website; • comply with legal obligations; • protect the Academy's legitimate interests. The Academy does not sell personal information to third parties. Nor do we engage in automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects concerning participants. Privacy Notice (Part II) ________________________________________ 10. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data The Academy processes personal data only where a lawful basis exists under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Depending on the circumstances, personal data may be processed on one or more of the following legal grounds: Performance of a Contract Where processing is necessary in order to fulfil a booking, provide a Course or otherwise perform our contractual obligations. This includes, for example: • processing Course registrations; • issuing booking confirmations; • communicating practical information relating to a Course; • administering payments; • providing educational services. Compliance with Legal Obligations Certain information may be processed where necessary to comply with applicable legal, accounting or taxation requirements. Legitimate Interests The Academy may process personal information where such processing is necessary for its legitimate interests, provided that these interests are not overridden by the rights and freedoms of the individual. Examples include: • improving the quality of our educational programmes; • maintaining the security of our Website; • responding to enquiries; • preventing fraud or misuse; • maintaining administrative records; • protecting the Academy's legal rights. Consent Where required by law, the Academy will rely upon your consent before processing your personal information. Consent may apply, for example, to: • newsletter subscriptions; • certain cookies; • promotional communications; • optional photography where appropriate. Consent may be withdrawn at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out before its withdrawal. ________________________________________ 11. Course Bookings When you book a Course, the Academy processes the information necessary to organise and administer your participation. This may include: • your name; • contact details; • the Course selected; • booking reference; • payment status; • any accessibility requirements voluntarily disclosed by you. The Academy uses this information solely for purposes connected with the administration and delivery of the relevant educational programme. ________________________________________ 12. Payments Payments are processed through secure third-party payment providers. The Academy does not ordinarily store complete credit or debit card information on its own systems. Payment providers process personal and financial information in accordance with their own privacy notices and applicable data protection legislation. Participants are encouraged to consult the privacy information published by the relevant payment provider. ________________________________________ 13. Communications The Academy may contact participants regarding matters directly connected with their bookings. Such communications may include: • booking confirmations; • invoices and receipts; • reminders; • practical Course information; • changes of venue; • cancellations; • timetable updates; • important administrative notices. These communications form an essential part of the contractual relationship and are not regarded as marketing communications. ________________________________________ 14. Newsletters and Marketing Communications Participants may choose to subscribe to the Academy's newsletter in order to receive information regarding: • forthcoming Courses; • lectures; • educational programmes; • special events; • publications; • other Academy news. Where required by applicable law, newsletters are sent only with the recipient's prior consent. Every newsletter contains a simple mechanism allowing recipients to unsubscribe at any time. The Academy does not sell or rent mailing lists to third parties. ________________________________________ 15. Website Analytics The Academy continually seeks to improve the quality, accessibility and effectiveness of its Website. To better understand how visitors use the Website, analytical tools may be employed to collect aggregated statistical information. Such information may include: • pages visited; • duration of visits; • navigation paths; • browser type; • operating system; • approximate geographic region; • referring websites. Where analytics technologies rely upon cookies or similar technologies requiring consent under applicable law, such processing shall occur only after the necessary consent has been obtained. Further information is available in the Academy's Cookie Notice. ________________________________________ 16. Cookies and Similar Technologies The Academy uses cookies and comparable technologies to enhance the functionality, security and performance of its Website. Some cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of the Website. Others help the Academy understand how visitors interact with the Website so that user experience may be continually improved. Where legally required, non-essential cookies are activated only after visitors have provided their consent. Comprehensive information regarding cookies is provided in the Academy's separate Cookie Notice. ________________________________________ 17. Third-Party Service Providers In order to operate efficiently, the Academy may engage carefully selected third-party service providers. These providers may assist with services including: • Website hosting; • online booking systems; • payment processing; • email communications; • newsletter distribution; • cloud storage; • website analytics; • technical support. Such providers process personal data only on the Academy's documented instructions and only to the extent necessary for the services they provide. Where required by law, appropriate contractual safeguards are implemented to protect personal information. ________________________________________ 18. Sharing Personal Information The Academy treats personal information with the utmost confidentiality. Personal data is not sold, traded or disclosed to third parties for commercial purposes. Personal information may be shared only where necessary: • with trusted service providers acting on behalf of the Academy; • where required by law; • where necessary to establish, exercise or defend legal claims; • where required to protect the rights, safety or property of the Academy or others. Whenever personal information is shared, the Academy seeks to ensure that appropriate safeguards remain in place. ________________________________________ 19. International Transfers Where personal information is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), the Academy shall ensure that such transfers take place only where appropriate safeguards exist in accordance with the GDPR. Such safeguards may include: • adequacy decisions issued by the European Commission; • Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission; • other lawful transfer mechanisms recognised under applicable legislation. The Academy endeavours to work with service providers that maintain high standards of privacy and information security. ________________________________________ 20. Retention of Personal Information The Academy retains personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected. Retention periods may vary depending upon: • legal obligations; • accounting requirements; • contractual obligations; • legitimate business needs; • the protection of legal rights. When personal information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted, anonymised or otherwise disposed of in accordance with applicable legal requirements. ________________________________________ 21. Information Security The Academy recognises the importance of protecting personal information against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration or destruction. Appropriate technical and organisational measures are implemented to safeguard personal data. Such measures may include: • secure hosting environments; • encrypted communications where appropriate; • restricted administrative access; • password protection; • regular software updates; • internal procedures designed to minimise unauthorised access. While the Academy takes reasonable steps to protect personal information, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Participants should therefore also take appropriate precautions when transmitting information electronically. Privacy Notice (Part III) ________________________________________ 22. Your Rights Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) The Academy respects your rights regarding the protection of your personal information. Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to: • request access to the personal data we hold about you; • request the correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data; • request the deletion of your personal data where there is no lawful basis for its continued processing; • request the restriction of processing in certain circumstances; • object to the processing of your personal data where processing is based upon the Academy's legitimate interests; • withdraw your consent at any time where processing is based upon consent; • request the transfer of your personal data to another organisation where technically feasible (data portability); • lodge a complaint with a competent supervisory authority. The exercise of these rights may be subject to certain legal conditions and limitations under the GDPR and applicable Austrian law. The Academy will respond to requests concerning personal data without undue delay and, where possible, within one month of receiving the request. ________________________________________ 23. Right to Withdraw Consent Where the processing of personal data is based upon your consent, you may withdraw that consent at any time. The withdrawal of consent shall not affect the lawfulness of any processing carried out before the consent was withdrawn. Withdrawal requests may be submitted using the contact details published on the Academy's Website. ________________________________________ 24. Children's Privacy The Academy's educational programmes are principally intended for adults. The Academy does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of sixteen without appropriate parental or legal guardian consent. Should the Academy become aware that personal information relating to a child has been collected without the necessary consent, reasonable steps will be taken to delete such information without undue delay. ________________________________________ 25. Links to Other Websites The Academy's Website may contain links to websites operated by museums, galleries, cultural institutions, educational organisations or other third parties. Such websites operate independently from the Academy. The Academy is not responsible for the privacy practices, policies or content of external websites. Visitors are encouraged to consult the privacy information published by each external organisation before providing personal information. ________________________________________ 26. Changes to this Privacy Notice The Academy may revise this Privacy Notice from time to time in order to reflect: • changes in legal requirements; • technological developments; • improvements to the Academy's Website; • changes to educational services; • developments in data protection practice. The most current version of this Privacy Notice will always be published on the Academy's Website. The "Last Updated" date appearing at the beginning of this document indicates when this Privacy Notice was most recently revised. ________________________________________ 27. Supervisory Authority If you believe that your personal information has not been processed in accordance with applicable data protection legislation, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the competent supervisory authority. For the History of Art Academy, the competent supervisory authority is: Austrian Data Protection Authority (Datenschutzbehörde) Barichgasse 40–42 1030 Vienna Austria Website: https://www.dsb.gv.at The Academy would, however, appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns directly before you contact a supervisory authority and encourages you to contact us in the first instance. ________________________________________ 28. Contact Questions regarding this Privacy Notice or the processing of personal information may be directed to the Academy using the contact details published on the Website. History of Art Academy Website: www.historyofartacademy.com The Academy welcomes enquiries concerning privacy and will endeavour to respond promptly and transparently. ________________________________________ Closing Statement Respect for privacy forms an integral part of the Academy's commitment to academic integrity, professional responsibility and the trust placed in us by our participants. The History of Art Academy is dedicated to ensuring that personal information is handled with the same care, respect and attention that characterise its educational mission and its commitment to the study of art, architecture and cultural heritage. © History of Art Academy All rights reserved. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Disclaimer History of Art Academy Last Updated: July 2026 ________________________________________ 1. Introduction The History of Art Academy ("the Academy", "we", "our" or "us") endeavours to ensure that all information published on its Website and presented during its educational programmes is accurate, carefully researched and up to date. The Academy is committed to the highest standards of scholarly integrity and educational quality. Nevertheless, the information provided on the Website and during Courses is intended solely for general educational purposes. Nothing contained on the Website or presented during a Course should be interpreted as legal, financial, investment, conservation or professional advice. ________________________________________ 2. Educational Purpose The Academy offers independent educational programmes designed to foster the appreciation and understanding of art, architecture, museums, collecting and cultural heritage. Lectures, seminars, educational visits and Course materials reflect scholarly research, professional experience and informed academic interpretation. Art historical scholarship continually evolves through new research, conservation projects, archival discoveries and changing academic perspectives. Accordingly, interpretations, attributions, dates and scholarly opinions discussed during Courses may develop over time. ________________________________________ 3. Accuracy of Information The Academy makes every reasonable effort to ensure that information published on its Website and presented during Courses is accurate at the time of publication. However, no warranty or representation is made that all information is complete, entirely free from error or continuously up to date. The Academy reserves the right to revise, update or correct information at any time without prior notice. ________________________________________ 4. Works of Art and Exhibitions Museums, galleries and cultural institutions regularly rotate collections, lend artworks to other institutions, undertake conservation projects or temporarily close galleries. Consequently, the Academy cannot guarantee that a particular artwork, exhibition, gallery or object will be available for viewing during a Course. Where changes occur, the Academy will endeavour to provide suitable alternatives while preserving the educational objectives of the programme. ________________________________________ 5. External Venues Many Courses take place in museums, galleries, churches, historic buildings, hotels, cafés and other venues operated by independent organisations. The Academy is not responsible for the management, policies, opening hours, admission requirements or operational decisions of such venues. Participants remain subject to the rules and visitor regulations established by each venue. ________________________________________ 6. External Websites The Academy's Website may include links to external websites operated by museums, galleries, universities, cultural organisations or other third parties. Such links are provided solely for the convenience of visitors and do not constitute endorsement by the Academy. The Academy accepts no responsibility for the content, availability, privacy practices or accuracy of information published on external websites. ________________________________________ 7. Limitation of Liability To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Academy shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential loss arising from: • reliance upon information published on the Website; • participation in Courses; • changes to Course programmes; • museum or gallery closures; • technical interruptions affecting the Website; • acts or omissions of third-party venues or service providers. Nothing contained in this Disclaimer excludes liability where such exclusion would be unlawful under applicable legislation. ________________________________________ 8. Intellectual Property Unless otherwise stated, all text, educational content, Course materials, photographs, graphics, logos and other material published by the Academy remain protected by copyright and other applicable intellectual property laws. No material may be reproduced, distributed, translated, adapted or commercially exploited without the Academy's prior written permission. ________________________________________ 9. Changes to this Disclaimer The Academy reserves the right to amend this Disclaimer at any time. The most current version will always be published on the Academy's Website. The "Last Updated" date indicates when this Disclaimer was most recently revised. ________________________________________ 10. Contact Questions concerning this Disclaimer may be directed to the Academy using the contact information published on the Website. History of Art Academy Website: www.historyofartacademy.com ________________________________________ © History of Art Academy All rights reserved. Accessibility Statement History of Art Academy Last Updated: July 2026 ________________________________________ Our Commitment The History of Art Academy is committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming and respectful learning environment in which participants can engage with art, architecture and cultural heritage with confidence and enjoyment. We believe that the study of art should be as accessible as reasonably possible and strive to ensure that our educational programmes and digital services are designed with inclusivity in mind. Accessibility is an ongoing commitment. As the Academy develops, we will continue to review and improve both our Website and our educational programmes wherever reasonably practicable. ________________________________________ Website Accessibility The Academy is committed to providing a Website that is accessible to as many people as possible, regardless of technology or ability. When designing and maintaining our Website, we seek to follow recognised accessibility principles and established best practices, including, where appropriate, the internationally recognised Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). Where reasonably practicable, the Academy aims to provide: • clear and consistent navigation; • logical page structure; • readable typography; • sufficient colour contrast; • meaningful headings; • descriptive alternative text for images where appropriate; • keyboard accessibility for essential functions; • compatibility with modern browsers and assistive technologies. We recognise that accessibility is an evolving process and are committed to continual improvement. ________________________________________ Educational Programmes The Academy offers educational programmes in a wide variety of locations, including: • museums; • galleries; • churches; • historic houses; • libraries; • auction houses; • cafés; • hotels; • public spaces; and • other culturally significant venues. Each Course is designed to provide an engaging and intellectually rewarding learning experience while respecting the individual characteristics of each location. ________________________________________ Historic Buildings and Cultural Venues Many Courses take place within historic buildings that were constructed long before modern accessibility standards were introduced. As a result, some venues may present physical limitations, including: • steps; • staircases; • uneven flooring; • cobbled streets; • narrow passageways; • limited lift access; • restricted wheelchair access; • limited seating. These characteristics are often an inherent part of the historic environment and lie outside the Academy's control. The Academy cannot alter the architectural features or visitor regulations of independently operated museums, galleries or historic sites. ________________________________________ Walking Courses Some Courses include educational walks between museums, galleries or other venues as an integral part of the learning experience. Walking distances, terrain and the duration of standing may vary depending on the subject matter and location. Participants are encouraged to review the Course description carefully before booking and to contact the Academy if they have any questions regarding mobility or accessibility. ________________________________________ Individual Support The Academy warmly welcomes enquiries from participants who have accessibility requirements or who would like additional information before booking. Where reasonably practicable, we will endeavour to: • provide further information regarding Course venues; • discuss walking distances and physical requirements; • advise on accessibility features known to us; • identify seating opportunities where available; • make reasonable adjustments within the Academy's control; • coordinate, where appropriate, with participating venues. While every effort will be made to assist participants, certain adjustments may not be possible due to the historic nature of individual buildings or the operational policies of independent venues. ________________________________________ Digital Accessibility The Academy is committed to ensuring that digital content remains clear, accessible and easy to navigate. We regularly review our Website and welcome suggestions that may help us improve accessibility for all visitors. Should you experience difficulty accessing any part of our Website, we encourage you to contact us so that we may provide the information in an alternative format where reasonably possible. ________________________________________ Feedback Accessibility is an ongoing process of learning and improvement. The Academy welcomes constructive feedback regarding both its Website and its educational programmes. Comments and suggestions help us identify opportunities to improve accessibility and ensure that our educational activities remain welcoming to the widest possible audience. ________________________________________ Contact If you have questions regarding accessibility, require additional information before booking, or wish to discuss your individual requirements, please contact the Academy using the contact information published on our Website. The Academy will always endeavour to respond thoughtfully and promptly. History of Art Academy Website: www.historyofartacademy.com ________________________________________ Continuous Improvement The History of Art Academy regards accessibility as an integral part of its educational mission. As the Academy grows and new educational programmes are developed, we remain committed to reviewing our practices, embracing recognised accessibility standards and fostering an inclusive environment in which the study of art, architecture and cultural heritage may be enjoyed by all. ________________________________________ © History of Art Academy All rights reserved. Imprint Wichtig: Das Imprint (Impressum) ist kein frei formulierbarer Text, sondern muss den gesetzlichen Anforderungen entsprechen. Da du in Österreich tätig bist, fehlen mir noch einige Angaben, ohne die ich kein rechtlich korrektes Impressum verfassen darf. Ich benötige: 1. Vollständiger Name (z. B. Mag. Anna Muster) 2. Geschäftsadresse (kein Postfach) 3. E-Mail-Adresse 4. Telefonnummer (optional, aber empfehlenswert) 5. Unternehmensform z. B. o Sole Proprietor o Einzelunternehmen o GmbH o Verein 6. Falls vorhanden: o Firmenbuchnummer o UID-Nummer (VAT) o Gewerbebehörde o Mitglied der Wirtschaftskammer Wenn du Einzelunternehmerin bist und keine UID hast, ist das völlig in Ordnung. Copyright & Intellectual Property Notice History of Art Academy Last Updated: July 2026 ________________________________________ Our Intellectual Property The educational programmes, scholarly content and creative works developed by the History of Art Academy reflect substantial academic research, professional expertise and original intellectual effort. Unless otherwise stated, all content published by the Academy is protected by copyright and other applicable intellectual property laws. This includes, but is not limited to: • lectures; • seminar materials; • course notes; • educational texts; • essays; • presentations; • original research; • illustrations; • photographs owned by the Academy; • graphic design; • logos; • branding; • website content; • educational resources; • downloadable materials. All intellectual property rights remain vested in the History of Art Academy or the respective copyright holder. ________________________________________ Permitted Use Participants and Website visitors are welcome to use Academy materials for their own personal, non-commercial educational purposes. Unless otherwise indicated, you may: • read Website content; • attend Courses; • download materials expressly made available by the Academy; • print materials for your own personal study; • cite Academy content for academic purposes, provided appropriate acknowledgement is given. ________________________________________ Restrictions Without the Academy's prior written permission, you may not: • reproduce Academy materials; • distribute Course materials; • upload Academy content to third-party platforms; • publish lectures or presentations; • record Courses for commercial purposes; • modify Academy materials; • create derivative works; • use Academy branding; • reproduce logos; • sell Academy materials; • use Academy content for commercial teaching or training. These restrictions apply irrespective of the medium in which the material is reproduced. ________________________________________ Course Materials Course materials are supplied exclusively for the personal educational use of registered participants. Participation in a Course does not transfer ownership of any intellectual property rights. Participants may not share digital or printed Course materials with third parties unless expressly authorised by the Academy. ________________________________________ Photography During Courses Participants remain responsible for complying with all photography regulations imposed by museums, galleries and other venues. Where photography is permitted, photographs taken during Courses are intended for personal use only unless otherwise authorised. Photographs of Course materials, presentations or educational resources may not be reproduced commercially without prior written permission. ________________________________________ Academy Name and Branding The names: History of Art Academy together with the Academy's logo, visual identity, graphic elements and branding are valuable intellectual property of the Academy. They may not be copied, imitated or used in any manner likely to create confusion regarding affiliation, sponsorship or endorsement. ________________________________________ Third-Party Copyright Many works of art discussed during Courses remain protected by copyright belonging to museums, artists, photographers, estates or other rights holders. The Academy fully respects these rights. Nothing contained in the Academy's Website or educational programmes should be interpreted as transferring ownership of third-party intellectual property. Participants are responsible for complying with all copyright restrictions imposed by museums, galleries and other institutions. ________________________________________ Fair Use and Academic Citation The Academy actively encourages scholarly discussion and academic research. Reasonable quotation and academic citation of Academy publications are welcomed, provided they comply with applicable copyright legislation and appropriate acknowledgement is given. ________________________________________ Requests for Permission Requests concerning the reproduction, licensing, translation or other use of Academy materials should be submitted in writing using the contact details published on the Academy's Website. Permission requests are considered individually. ________________________________________ Infringement The Academy takes the protection of its intellectual property seriously. If you believe that material published by the Academy infringes your copyright or other intellectual property rights, please contact the Academy with sufficient information to enable the matter to be investigated promptly. Similarly, where the Academy becomes aware of unauthorised use of its own intellectual property, it reserves the right to take appropriate action to protect its rights. ________________________________________ Changes to this Notice The Academy may revise this Copyright & Intellectual Property Notice from time to time. The most current version will always be published on the Academy's Website. ________________________________________ Contact Questions concerning copyright, licensing or intellectual property may be directed to the Academy using the contact details published on the Website. History of Art Academy Website: www.historyofartacademy.com ________________________________________ © History of Art Academy All rights reserved. Website Terms of Use History of Art Academy Last Updated: July 2026 ________________________________________ 1. Introduction Welcome to the official website of the History of Art Academy ("the Academy", "we", "our" or "us"). These Website Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of this Website. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to comply with these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, you should discontinue use of the Website. ________________________________________ 2. Purpose of the Website The Website is intended to provide information about the Academy, its educational programmes, publications, events and related activities. Information published on the Website is provided for general informational and educational purposes. Nothing contained on the Website constitutes a contractual offer except where expressly stated. Bookings for Courses remain subject to the Academy's separate Terms & Conditions. ________________________________________ 3. Intellectual Property Unless otherwise stated, all content appearing on the Website is the intellectual property of the History of Art Academy or is used under licence. This includes, but is not limited to: • written content; • articles; • educational texts; • course descriptions; • photographs owned by the Academy; • graphic design; • logos; • icons; • illustrations; • downloadable resources; • page layout; • branding; • visual identity. All rights are reserved. ________________________________________ 4. Permitted Use Visitors may access and use the Website for personal, educational and non-commercial purposes. You may: • browse the Website; • print individual pages for personal reference; • download materials where expressly permitted; • share links to publicly available pages. Nothing in these Terms grants ownership of any intellectual property. ________________________________________ 5. Prohibited Use Without the Academy's prior written permission, you may not: • reproduce substantial portions of the Website; • copy educational content; • republish Website material; • commercially exploit Website content; • remove copyright notices; • frame or mirror the Website; • create derivative works; • use automated systems to harvest Website content; • interfere with Website security; • introduce malicious software. ________________________________________ 6. Accuracy of Information The Academy endeavours to ensure that information published on the Website is accurate and current. However, information relating to Courses, instructors, venues, dates, fees or educational programmes may change without notice. The Academy does not guarantee that every page of the Website will always be complete, current or free from error. ________________________________________ 7. Availability of the Website The Academy seeks to ensure that the Website remains available and operates efficiently. However, uninterrupted access cannot be guaranteed. The Website may occasionally become unavailable due to: • maintenance; • software updates; • technical difficulties; • security measures; • circumstances beyond the Academy's reasonable control. The Academy shall not be liable for temporary interruptions in availability. ________________________________________ 8. External Links The Website may include links to museums, galleries, universities, libraries, publishers or other third-party organisations. Such links are provided for convenience and educational interest only. The Academy does not control external websites and accepts no responsibility for their content, availability or privacy practices. Visitors access external websites at their own discretion. ________________________________________ 9. User Conduct Visitors agree to use the Website lawfully and respectfully. Users shall not: • attempt unauthorised access; • interfere with Website functionality; • upload malicious software; • misuse contact forms; • impersonate another person; • infringe intellectual property rights. The Academy reserves the right to restrict access where misuse is suspected. ________________________________________ 10. Limitation of Liability To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Academy shall not be liable for loss or damage arising from: • reliance upon Website content; • technical interruptions; • software errors; • viruses introduced by third parties; • external websites; • temporary unavailability. Nothing in these Terms excludes liability where such exclusion would be unlawful. ________________________________________ 11. Privacy Use of the Website is also governed by the Academy's: • Privacy Notice; • Cookie Notice. Visitors are encouraged to read these documents before using the Website. ________________________________________ 12. Amendments The Academy may revise these Website Terms of Use from time to time. The latest version will always be published on the Website. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of any revised Terms. ________________________________________ 13. Governing Law These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Austria. Any dispute arising from the use of the Website shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts in Vienna, Austria, unless mandatory consumer protection legislation provides otherwise. ________________________________________ 14. Contact Questions regarding these Website Terms of Use may be directed to the Academy using the contact details published on the Website. History of Art Academy Website: www.historyofartacademy.com ________________________________________ © History of Art Academy All rights reserved. History of Art Academy Last Updated: July 2026