Overview
Artisty.io (“Artisty,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our platform. By using Artisty, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information we collect
Information you provide:
- Account registration data: name, username, email address, and profile information
- User content you post, including artwork, comments, and messages
- Communications with us, such as support requests
Information collected automatically:
- Log data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and referring URLs
- Device information: device type, operating system, and unique identifiers
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6)
How we use your information
We use the information we collect to:
- Create and manage your account
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Artisty platform
- Send you service-related communications (e.g., account confirmations, security alerts)
- Send you optional newsletters or product updates (you may opt out at any time)
- Enforce our Terms & Conditions and community guidelines
- Analyze usage trends and improve our services
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Sharing your information
We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:
- Service providers: trusted vendors who help us operate the platform (e.g., hosting, email delivery, analytics) — bound by confidentiality obligations
- Legal compliance: when required by law, court order, or government authority
- Safety: to prevent fraud, abuse, or harm to users or the public
- Business transfers: in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, subject to confidentiality protections
Your rights and choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access & correction: review and update your account information at any time in your settings
- Deletion: request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us
- Opt-out of marketing: unsubscribe from marketing emails via the link in any email
- Do Not Track: we honor browser Do Not Track signals where technically feasible
If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know and the right to opt out of data sales. We do not sell personal data.
Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to keep you logged in, remember your preferences, and understand how our platform is used. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of Artisty.
Data retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within a reasonable time, except where we are required to retain it by law.
Data security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including encryption in transit and at rest. No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s privacy
Artisty is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us information, please contact us.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify registered users by email or in-app notice. Your continued use of Artisty after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact us
For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at: privacy@artisty.io