Privacy Policy
PRIVACY POLICY
www.annalipiak.com
Effective date: October 20, 2026
| Who is the controller of my personal data? | The controller of your personal data, i.e. the entity that decides on the purposes and means of processing, is Anna Lipiak, conducting business under the name Anna Lipiak – Pianist, Pod Kasztanem 84B, 43-344 Bielsko-Biała, Poland, Tax ID (NIP): 6152016671, REGON 524600674 |
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How can I contact you about personal data? |
If you would like to contact us about the processing of your personal data, you can do so:
Anna Lipiak – Pianist, Pod Kasztanem 84B, 43-344 Bielsko-Biała, Poland |
| When and why do we process personal data? |
We process your personal data:
GDPR – Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of April 27, 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and repealing Directive 95/46/EC. We may also process personal data to market our own products and services, including on social media platforms, through targeted advertising on social media, the newsletter, remarketing, marketing automation, audience segmentation and matching advertising content to the user's interests — only to the extent permitted by applicable law and on the basis of consent. |
| Do I have to provide my data? |
Providing personal data is voluntary, but in some cases it may be necessary in order to use certain services or functions offered by the Controller. Providing data is not mandatory; however, failure to provide the required data may result in:
When placing an order or concluding a contract, providing the data marked as mandatory is necessary to perform the contract and to comply with legal obligations, in particular tax and accounting obligations. Providing data for marketing purposes, including to receive the newsletter, educational materials, commercial offers or information about promotions, is voluntary and based on the user's consent. The user may withdraw consent at any time; this does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before the withdrawal. |
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What data do you process? |
The scope of personal data processed depends on the purpose of processing and on the type of service, function or user activity. Fulfilling orders and providing servicesTo conclude and perform the contract, fulfill the order, provide digital products, deliver physical products, handle payments, issue accounting documents and contact the user, the Controller processes:
Contact and handling of requestsWhen you contact the Controller, the Controller may process:
Online meetings and consultationsWhen you book or attend an online meeting, lesson or consultation (e.g. the Piano Playing Audit), the Controller may process: first and last name, email address, the date and time of the meeting, information provided when booking, your image and voice during the video call and – if you choose to share them – recordings of your playing or sheet music. Meetings are not recorded without prior notice and, where required, without the participants' consent. Newsletter and marketingFor marketing purposes, including targeted advertising on social media, sending the newsletter, educational materials, commercial information or content tailored to the user's interests, the Controller may process:
Contests, promotions and eventsWhen you take part in contests, webinars, training, online events or promotions, the Controller may process:
Reviews, comments and content published by the user, and handling of content reportsWhen you publish reviews, comments or other content, the Controller processes:
Partner programs and affiliate cooperationWhen you participate in partner or affiliate programs, the Controller processes:
Social mediaWhen you contact the Controller via social media or follow the Controller's profiles, the following are processed:
Use of the website, cookies and analyticsIn connection with your use of the website, the Controller processes:
These data may be used to ensure that the website works properly, compile statistics, analyze traffic, conduct marketing and remarketing, and improve the security of services. Security and abuse preventionTo ensure the security of the website, digital products and systems, the Controller processes:
Complaints, withdrawal from the contract, claims and legal obligationsTo handle complaints, establish, pursue or defend claims and comply with legal obligations, the Controller processes:
Invoicing and tax obligationsTo issue invoices, including structured invoices, keep accounting records and comply with tax and accounting law, the Controller processes:
Contact via Instagram, Facebook, MailerLite and ManyChatWhen you contact the Controller via Instagram, Facebook or MailerLite, or through automated messages sent using ManyChat, the Controller processes:
Archiving and evidenceTo secure information that may serve to demonstrate facts, pursue claims or defend against claims, the Controller processes:
Compliance with data protection obligationsTo comply with obligations under data protection law, the Controller processes:
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| Children's data | The Controller's products and the newsletter are intended for adults and for persons aged 16 or over. Personal data of children under 16 (e.g. students taking part in lessons, concerts or recordings) are processed only with the consent of, or on behalf of, their parent or legal guardian, and only to the extent necessary for the given purpose. A child's image or performance is published only on the basis of the written consent of the parent or legal guardian. |
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For what purpose and on what legal basis do you process my data? |
The Controller processes personal data only where there is an appropriate legal basis under the GDPR. Concluding and performing a contractYour data may be processed to:
The legal basis for processing is Article 6(1)(b) GDPR, i.e. processing necessary to conclude and perform a contract or to take steps prior to entering into it. Invoicing and compliance with legal obligationsYour data may be processed to:
The legal basis for processing is Article 6(1)(c) GDPR, i.e. processing necessary to comply with a legal obligation of the Controller. If you buy as a business, the data needed to issue an invoice may be submitted to the Polish National e-Invoicing System (KSeF) in accordance with tax law. If you buy as a consumer (private person), invoice-related data are processed in our internal accounting records and in the systems used to handle sales. If the accounting or invoicing tools we use provide for integration with KSeF, the data may also be technically submitted to that system when sales documents are issued. In every case, personal data are processed only to the extent necessary to comply with legal obligations and keep accounts, and are protected in accordance with applicable law. Contact and handling of requestsYour data may be processed to:
The legal basis for processing is:
Newsletter and marketing of our own servicesYour data may be processed to:
The legal basis for processing is:
Marketing, remarketing and profilingYour data may be processed to:
The legal basis for processing is:
Contact via social media and ManyChatYour data may be processed to:
The legal basis for processing is:
Webinars, training, events and contestsYour data may be processed to:
The legal basis for processing is:
Partner and affiliate programsYour data may be processed to:
The legal basis for processing is:
Use of the website and analyticsYour data may be processed to:
The legal basis for processing is:
CookiesYour data may be processed to:
The legal basis is Article 6(1)(a) GDPR, which allows personal data to be processed with your consent. You give consent during your first visit to the website and may withdraw it at any time. Security, archiving and claimsYour data may be processed to:
The legal basis for processing is Article 6(1)(f) GDPR, i.e. the Controller's legitimate interest in protecting its rights, securing information and defending its interests. Compliance with data protection obligationsYour data may be processed to:
The legal basis for processing is Article 6(1)(c) GDPR, i.e. compliance with the Controller's legal obligations. Handling reports concerning content published on the websiteYour data may be processed to:
The legal basis for processing is:
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| Cookies and similar technologies |
To a limited extent, the Controller may collect personal data automatically through cookies and similar technologies used in particular, but not exclusively, on the website, in the store, on the training platform or in other online tools. Cookies are small text files stored on the user's device (e.g. computer, tablet or smartphone) when using a website. Cookies enable the website to function properly, increase security, remember user preferences, analyze website traffic and support marketing activities. What types of cookies do we use?The Controller may use the following types of cookies: Necessary cookiesThese cookies are essential for the website and electronic services to function properly. They include in particular:
Analytical and statistical cookiesThese cookies make it possible to analyze how the website is used, compile statistics, measure the effectiveness of marketing activities and improve the website's functions. The Controller uses analytical tools such as: Google Analytics,
Analytical cookies help collect information such as:
Information collected through cookies is aggregated and does not serve to identify users directly. Marketing and remarketing cookiesThese cookies make it possible to tailor advertising content to the user's interests, limit how often ads are shown and conduct remarketing. They may be used by the Controller or by advertising partners, such as social media or advertising system providers. We use tools such as:
Managing cookiesDuring your first visit to the website, you can manage your cookie settings through the cookie banner or the privacy settings. You can also at any time:
How to manage cookies depends on the web browser you use. Restricting cookies may affect some functions of the website, store or platform and, in some cases, prevent the use of certain services or products. Third-party technologiesThe Controller uses tools provided by third parties that use cookies or similar technologies, in particular:
The processing of data by these entities is governed by their own privacy policies and terms. |
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How long will you process my data? |
We process personal data only for as long as necessary to achieve the purpose for which they were collected, unless a longer retention period results from applicable law or is necessary to secure claims. The retention period depends on the purpose of processing. Performance of contracts and provision of servicesData related to fulfilling orders, providing services, maintaining a user account or providing digital products will be processed for:
Tax and accounting obligationsData processed to comply with tax and accounting obligations and in connection with issuing invoices and keeping accounting records will be stored for the period required by law, as a rule 5 years from the end of the tax year. Data contained in structured invoices submitted to the Polish National e-Invoicing System (KSeF) are stored there for 10 years, in accordance with the Polish Act on Value Added Tax. Newsletter and marketingData processed on the basis of the user's consent for marketing purposes, including sending the newsletter or commercial information, will be processed until consent is withdrawn. Contact and handling of requestsData related to correspondence, contact forms, complaints, requests or communication with the user will be processed for the time needed to handle the matter, and then for the time needed to secure any claims. Webinars, training, contests and eventsData related to organizing events, webinars, training, contests or promotions will be processed for the time needed to carry them out and settle them, and then until the limitation period for any claims expires. Partner and affiliate programsData related to partner or affiliate cooperation will be processed for the duration of the cooperation and financial settlements, and until the limitation period for claims expires. Cookies and analytical dataData collected through cookies or similar technologies will be processed for the lifetime of the relevant cookie or until:
Archiving and claimsData may also be processed after the main purpose has been achieved if this is necessary to:
In such a case, the data will be processed until the limitation periods for claims expire or proceedings end. Data processed on the basis of legitimate interestData processed on the basis of Article 6(1)(f) GDPR will be processed until an objection is successfully raised or the Controller's legitimate interest ceases. Data processed on the basis of consentWhere the legal basis for processing is the user's consent, the data will be processed until consent is withdrawn. Withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before the withdrawal. |
| Who are the recipients of the data? |
The recipients of personal data are persons authorized by the Controller, employees, associates and entities cooperating with the Controller, which process the data only to the extent necessary for the given purposes and in accordance with applicable law. In connection with our business, we may transfer personal data to entities that support us in providing services, running the business and complying with legal obligations. Data may be transferred in particular to the following categories of recipients:
Where entities process data on behalf of the Controller, data are transferred on the basis of appropriate data processing agreements. The Controller takes due care to ensure that cooperating entities provide an adequate level of security and protection of personal data. Personal data may be transferred between entities cooperating organizationally or technologically, in particular those using a shared IT infrastructure, CRM systems, marketing tools or shared customer service processes, only in accordance with applicable law and with an appropriate legal basis for processing. |
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Do you share my data, and with whom? |
We do not share your data with third parties, except where:
We examine every request for disclosure carefully, and data are disclosed only if this analysis shows that there is a valid and effective legal basis for the request. |
| Do we transfer personal data outside the European Union? |
The Controller may transfer collected data to other entities only where permitted by a legal basis. Entities to which we transfer data outside the EEA:
Some of the Controller's service providers may be established outside the European Economic Area (EEA). When transferring data outside the EEA, the Controller exercises increased caution and verifies whether the providers guarantee a high level of personal data protection consistent with the legal requirements applicable in the EEA. When transferring personal data to entities established in the United States, the Controller relies on the EU–U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF) and on Standard Contractual Clauses. Within the EEA, we may transfer data to:
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How do you protect my data? |
The Controller makes every effort to apply physical, technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against accidental or intentional destruction, accidental loss, alteration, unauthorized disclosure, use or access, in accordance with all applicable laws. |
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What are my rights and how can I exercise them? |
In connection with the processing of your personal data, you have the right to:
You can exercise the above rights by sending us (the data controller) an appropriate statement:
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Anna Lipiak – Pianist, Pod Kasztanem 84B, 43-344 Bielsko-Biała, Poland marked: personal data
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| How do we update this privacy policy? |
We may update this policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will notify you by email. To the extent permitted by applicable law, continued use of our services after such notification means that you accept the updated policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for the latest information on our privacy practices. Previous versions of our privacy policy are also available for inspection. The Policy is reviewed on an ongoing basis. The current version of the Policy was adopted and has been in effect since October 20, 2026. Archived versions of this document are available on our website. |
| Newsletter and marketing communication |
You may voluntarily subscribe to the newsletter or consent to receiving commercial information and marketing content electronically, including by email, text message, messaging apps or phone calls. Through the newsletter we may send you in particular:
Providing data to receive the newsletter is voluntary, but necessary to provide the newsletter service. The data we process are your first name and email address. The newsletter is available in Polish and in English, depending on the sign-up form used. You can sign up via a form on the website or via Instagram (a comment or message with a keyword, after which ManyChat sends you a link to the sign-up form). Every sign-up is confirmed by clicking an activation link sent to your email address (double opt-in). The legal basis for processing personal data in connection with the newsletter is:
The Controller may analyze the user's activity related to the messages sent, including:
The Controller uses MailerLite to send the newsletter. You may withdraw your consent to receive the newsletter at any time. You can unsubscribe by:
Withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before the withdrawal. |
| Links to other websites | The website may contain links to other websites. If you click a link to another website, you will be redirected to it. Please note that these external websites are not operated by us. The Controller therefore recommends that you read the privacy policies of those websites. The Controller has no control over and assumes no responsibility for the content, privacy policies or practices of third-party websites. |
| Legitimate interest of the Controller | The Controller may process data on the basis of its legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR), e.g. to pursue possible claims. Whenever the Controller processes personal data on the basis of legitimate interest, it seeks to analyze and balance its interest against the potential impact on the data subject (both positive and negative) and the data subject's rights under data protection law. |
| Data protection | The Controller uses all available physical, technical and organizational measures to ensure proper protection of personal data. In particular, it protects data against destruction, accidental loss, disclosure to unauthorized persons and alteration, and verifies the scope of access. The Controller respects the rights of data subjects. |
| How do we obtain personal data? |
The Controller obtains personal data in particular from the following sources:
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| Automated decision-making and profiling |
We do not use your data for automated decision-making that could affect your legal situation or have other similarly significant effects on you. This means that none of the automation tools we use makes decisions on its own that could, for example, result in refusing to conclude a contract, restricting access to services or significantly worsening the terms of using our services solely on the basis of automated processing. Tools used on our websites may profile user behavior in order to improve the functioning of the website, analyze how it is used and tailor the content displayed. To this extent, we process statistical or behavioral data such as pages visited, traffic source, time spent on the website, approximate location, device type or general interests resulting from activity on the website. As a rule, these data are processed in aggregated or pseudonymized form and do not serve to identify users directly, unless the user consents to the use of additional analytical or marketing tools, in particular by accepting the relevant cookies. We use cookies and analytical tools that are standard for websites. |
| Server logs |
In connection with the use of the website or platform, the Controller may process data in the form of system logs, in particular:
These data are processed to:
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| Social media |
In connection with the Controller's use of marketing, analytical and advertising tools provided by third parties, joint controllership of personal data may arise. Joint controllership means that, to a certain extent, both the Controller and the provider of the tool (e.g. a social media or advertising platform) jointly determine the purposes and means of processing certain personal data. This applies in particular to:
In particular, joint controllership may arise in relation to entities such as:
Under joint controllership:
Detailed rules for the processing of data by these entities, including information on their responsibilities and how they handle data subjects' rights, are set out in their own privacy policies and joint controllership documents. The Controller takes due care to use only tools that provide an adequate level of personal data protection and compliance with the GDPR.
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| Do you use artificial intelligence? |
In running the website and serving Customers (in particular for communication, analyzing inquiries, preparing replies and creating informational and marketing content), the Controller may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools provided by third parties such as OpenAI, Anthropic and Google (Gemini). AI tools are used only as auxiliary and technical support in internal processes and to improve customer service. The Controller takes steps to limit the transfer of personal data and information allowing the direct identification of persons to AI systems, unless this is necessary to perform a given task. Artificial intelligence is not used to make decisions concerning the Customer that produce legal effects or otherwise significantly affect their situation within the meaning of data protection law. All significant actions, decisions and content addressed to the Customer may be reviewed and approved by the Controller. Where the Customer uses AI-based solutions, the Controller informs them of this clearly and comprehensibly, in particular by marking the communication channel or function. The Customer has the right at any time to request contact with a human instead of an AI-based system, in particular by writing to the email address given in this Privacy Policy. In that case, the request will be forwarded to the Controller. |