Privacy Policy
Effective Date: December 15, 2022
This Privacy Policy ("Policy") explains how Photomoth ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects the personal information of users ("you" or "your") of the Photomoth platform and related services ("Platform").
By accessing or using the Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Policy, please do not access or use the Platform.
Personal Information We Collect
When you create an account with Photomoth, we collect the following personal information:
Name
Email address
Password
When you use the Photomoth platform, we collect the following personal information:
Photos and accompanying metadata, such as gear and camera settings, location information, and any text or captions you provide.
Information about your interactions with the platform, such as the features and services you use and how you use them.
Any other personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as when you fill out your profile, comment on posts, or message other users.
When you use the Photomoth platform to buy or sell products or services, we collect the following personal information:
Payment and financial information, such as credit card numbers and billing addresses.
Approval Process for Photographers
If you are a photographer and you want to use the Photomoth platform to share your photos, you will need to be approved by our team. This approval process involves submitting a portfolio, which may include personal information such as your name, contact information, and photographs. We use this information to evaluate your application and determine whether you meet the criteria for approval. If your application is approved, we will retain your personal information for the purpose of managing your account on the Photomoth platform.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and other tracking technologies, such as web beacons and pixels, to collect information about your use of the Platform. These technologies help us personalize and enhance your experience, and they allow us to track and analyze user behavior.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but doing so may affect the functionality of the Platform.
Data Retention and Security
We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to provide the Platform and its features, to comply with our legal obligations, and to resolve disputes.
We have implemented appropriate security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no security measures are perfect, and we cannot guarantee the security of your personal data.
How We Use Your Personal Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
To provide and improve the Photomoth platform and the features and services you use.
To communicate with you, such as to send you updates, newsletters, and marketing materials.
To enable transactions on the platform, such as when you buy or sell products or services.
For research and development purposes, to understand how users interact with the platform and to improve the user experience.
How We Protect Your Personal Information
We take the following measures to protect your personal information:
We use secure servers and encrypted connections to transmit your personal information.
We regularly update and maintain our security measures to protect against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse of your personal information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our collection, use, and protection of your personal information, please contact us at contact@photomoth.com.