Terms and Conditions

Copyright Statement – My Doll Cottage Website

All content contained on this website and associated publications, including but not limited to text, photographs, graphics, and digital cataloguing, is the property of My Doll Cottage Museum, unless otherwise stated.

This collection, both digital and physical, is protected under Australian copyright laws and international agreements. No part of this website or its materials may be copied, reproduced, distributed, published, displayed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including but not limited to electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or other methods, without the express prior written permission of My Doll Cottage Museum.

We take all necessary steps to protect our family legacy, including the use of:

• Copyright metadata embedded in all digital images.
• Watermarking of images.
• High-resolution images stored securely offline.
• Web images displayed at reduced resolution to prevent unauthorised use.

Requests for permission to use any content, including for educational or personal purposes, must be submitted in writing to: [Your Museum Email Address]

My Doll Cottage Museum reserves all rights to monetise its intellectual property in the future, including images, descriptions, catalogues, and digital downloads.

Unauthorised use of any content from this collection may result in legal action.

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Privacy Policy

At My Doll Cottage Museum, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our visitors and supporters.

Information We Collect:

• Name and email address (for our newsletter and subscriber updates).
• Non-personal data via website analytics tools to help us understand visitor interests and improve the museum’s online experience.

How We Use This Information:

• To send updates about new additions to the collection, events, and museum news.
• To understand our audience and improve our website.
• To notify subscribers automatically when the website is updated, as per their preferences.

Data Storage: Personal information is securely stored using our website system and trusted third-party services, which may include secure spreadsheets and email platforms (e.g., Mailchimp or equivalent). We will not sell, rent, or share your personal information without your explicit consent.

Third-Party Services:

• If the museum introduces e-commerce or donation facilities in future, all financial transactions will be securely processed by reputable third-party providers.
• We may use website analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to collect general visitor data. No personally identifiable information is collected through analytics.

Your Rights: You can unsubscribe from our mailing list at any time, and you can request to view or delete your personal data by contacting us at: [Your Museum Email Address]

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Website Footer Disclaimer

© My Doll Cottage Museum. All rights reserved. Unauthorised use of content, images, or materials is strictly prohibited. Contact us for permission or inquiries.

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Master Digital Folder Structure Recommendation

To maintain consistency and protect the collection for future generations, we recommend the following master digital folder structure:

1. Museum Admin
   
   • Legal Documents
     
     • Donation Agreements
     • Loan Agreements
     • Privacy Policy
     • Copyright Statement
     • SOP Documents
     • Insurance Records
     • Legacy Statement
   • Museum Accreditation & AMaGA Records
   • Website Content & SEO
2. Collection Catalogue
   
   • Master Spreadsheet Catalogue
   • Research Documents
   • Provenance Records
   • Condition Reports
3. Photography Archive
   
   • Originals (High Resolution)
     
     • Year / Month / Product Code
   • Web Optimised (Low Resolution)
     
     • By Product Code / Category
   • Metadata Presets & Lightroom Catalogue
4. Marketing & Promotion
   
   • Social Media Images
   • Event Flyers
   • Brochures / Posters
5. Future Monetisation
   
   • Digital Products (Licensing Ready)
   • Store Content
   • Payment Provider Agreements
6. Backups
   
   • External Hard Drive Backups
   • Cloud Storage Backups

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Legacy Statement for Future Custodians

To the future caretakers of My Doll Cottage Museum,

This collection is more than a series of artefacts — it is the preservation of our family’s history, love, and dedication to the art of doll and toy collecting. Every item catalogued, photographed, and protected within this archive represents the passion of generations who have cared for these treasures.

These systems and records have been built not just for today, but to serve future generations. Should resources or circumstances change, this documentation will ensure that the legacy of My Doll Cottage Museum remains intact and respected.

We ask that future custodians:

• Honour the copyright and ownership protections in place.
• Continue using these Standard Operating Procedures for photography, cataloguing, and management.
• Update records faithfully to preserve historical accuracy.
• Treat this collection not as a possession, but as a responsibility and privilege.

If ever uncertain, remember: this collection was built with love, and with the hope that it would continue to educate, inspire, and delight.

With care and respect,

Founder, My Doll Cottage Museum