# Privacy Policy Last Updated: January 14, 2025 ArtCollection.io LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") operates the ArtNetwork platform, including our website and mobile applications (collectively, the "Service"). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our Service. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use the Service. ## 1. Information We Collect ### 1.1 Information You Provide - **Account Information:** When you create an account, we collect your email address, display name, username, password, and user role (artist, collector, curator, gallery, or enthusiast). - **Profile Information:** You may choose to provide additional information such as a profile photo, cover image, bio, location, and website URL. - **Content:** We collect the content you create, upload, or share on the Service, including posts, comments, images, artwork, and messages. - **Communications:** When you contact us, we collect the information you provide in your communications, including email correspondence and support requests. - **Third-Party Connections:** If you connect your account to third-party services (such as StudioArchive), we may collect information from those services as authorized by you. ### 1.2 Information Collected Automatically - **Device Information:** Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, browser type, and mobile network information. - **Log Information:** Access times, pages viewed, IP address, and the page you visited before navigating to our Service. - **Usage Information:** Information about your interactions with the Service, such as features used, content viewed, and actions taken. - **Location Information:** General location based on your IP address. We do not collect precise geolocation data without your explicit consent. ### 1.3 Information from Third Parties We may receive information about you from social media platforms if you interact with our content there, from analytics providers that help us understand Service usage, and from third-party services you connect to your account (e.g., StudioArchive). ## 2. How We Use Your Information We use the information we collect to: provide, maintain, and improve the Service; create and manage your account; process and complete transactions; send technical notices, updates, security alerts, and support messages; respond to your comments, questions, and requests; personalize and improve your experience; monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities; detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent transactions and other illegal activities; protect the rights, property, and safety of ArtNetwork and our users; comply with legal obligations; and enforce our Terms of Service and other policies. ## 3. How We Share Your Information - **Public Information:** Information you choose to make public on the Service, such as your profile, posts, and comments, is visible to other users and may be accessed, collected, and used by others. - **With Your Consent:** We may share your information when you direct us to do so or provide your consent. - **Service Providers:** We may share your information with third-party providers who perform services on our behalf (hosting, analytics, customer service, marketing) and are contractually obligated to protect it. - **Legal Requirements:** We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities. - **Protection of Rights:** We may disclose information to investigate or prevent policy violations, suspected fraud, or threats to anyone's safety, or as evidence in litigation. - **Business Transfers:** In a merger, acquisition, financing, or asset sale, your information may be transferred; we will notify you of any change in ownership or use. ## 4. Data Retention We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where retention is required for legal, regulatory, or legitimate business purposes. ## 5. Data Security We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures, including encryption of data in transit (TLS/SSL), secure password hashing, regular security assessments, access controls, and monitoring for suspicious activity. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. ## 6. Your Rights and Choices - **Account Information:** Update, correct, or delete your account information at any time in account settings, or delete your account entirely. - **Communications:** Opt out of promotional communications via unsubscribe links or notification settings. - **Push Notifications:** Disable through device or app settings. - **Data Access and Portability:** Request a copy of your personal data in a portable format at privacy@artcollection.io. - **Data Deletion:** Request deletion by deleting your account or contacting us. ## 7. Children's Privacy The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us personal information, contact privacy@artcollection.io and we will delete it promptly. ## 8. International Data Transfers Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States. We take appropriate measures to ensure your personal information receives an adequate level of protection wherever we process it. ## 9. California Privacy Rights California residents have rights under the CCPA, including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to request deletion, the right to opt out of sale (we do not sell personal information), and the right to non-discrimination. Contact privacy@artcollection.io to exercise these rights. ## 10. European Privacy Rights If you are in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, you have GDPR rights including access, rectification, erasure, restriction of processing, data portability, objection, and withdrawal of consent. Contact privacy@artcollection.io; you also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. We process personal data based on consent, contract necessity, legal obligations, and legitimate interests. ## 11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies We use essential cookies (authentication and security), analytics cookies (understanding Service usage), and preference cookies (remembering settings). You can control cookies through your browser settings; disabling some may affect Service functionality. ## 12. Third-Party Links The Service may link to third-party websites and services not covered by this Privacy Policy; review their privacy policies. ## 13. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be posted with a new "Last Updated" date and, where required by law, additional notice. ## 14. 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