Privacy Policy

Sacred Stock ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services (collectively, the "Service"). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully.

By using Sacred Stock, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use the Service.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when using our Service, including:

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, password, and any other information you choose to provide.
Profile Information: Information you add to your profile, such as a profile picture, bio, location, and social media links.
Payment Information: When you make a purchase, we collect billing information, including credit card details, billing address, and transaction history. Payment processing is handled by secure third-party payment processors.
Content: If you are a contributor, we collect the photos, graphics, videos, and metadata you upload to our platform.
Communications: When you contact us, we collect the information you provide in your messages, including support requests and feedback.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you access the Service, we automatically collect certain information, including:

Device Information: Information about your device, including device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and browser type.
Usage Information: Information about how you use the Service, including pages viewed, content downloaded, search queries, and interaction with features.
Log Data: Server logs that record your IP address, access times, referring URLs, and other standard log information.
Location Information: General location information based on your IP address.
Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information and provide certain features. See our Cookie Policy section below for more details.

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third parties, including:

Social Login: If you choose to log in using a social media account, we receive information from that platform as permitted by your privacy settings.
Analytics Providers: We use third-party analytics services that provide us with aggregated information about how users interact with our Service.
Payment Processors: Our payment processors may provide us with information related to your transactions.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

2.1 Providing and Improving the Service

To create and manage your account
To process transactions and send related information
To provide customer support and respond to inquiries
To personalize your experience and deliver relevant content
To improve our Service and develop new features
To monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends

2.2 Communication

To send you important updates about the Service
To send promotional communications (with your consent)
To notify you of changes to our terms or policies
To respond to your comments, questions, and requests

2.3 Security and Legal

To detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security issues
To enforce our Terms of Service and other policies
To comply with legal obligations and respond to legal requests
To protect the rights, property, and safety of Sacred Stock, our users, and others

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as payment processing, data hosting, email delivery, analytics, and customer support. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

3.2 Business Transfers

If Sacred Stock is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide notice before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests, such as subpoenas, court orders, or government investigations.

3.4 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you give us your consent to do so.

3.5 Aggregated or Anonymized Data

We may share aggregated or anonymized information that does not directly identify you for research, marketing, analytics, or other purposes.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

4.1 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Service to function properly, including authentication and security.
Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and enhance your experience.
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the Service and improve performance.
Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness.

4.2 Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of the Service.

4.3 Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" feature. Our Service does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Secure servers and data centers
Regular security assessments and audits
Access controls and authentication procedures
Employee training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When determining retention periods, we consider:

The nature and sensitivity of the information
The purposes for which we process the information
Legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements
Our legitimate business interests

When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Portability

You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you and to receive a copy of your data in a portable format.

7.2 Correction

You have the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.

7.3 Deletion

You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions required by law or legitimate business purposes.

7.4 Opt-Out

You may opt out of promotional communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in those messages or by updating your account settings.

7.5 Account Deletion

You may delete your account at any time through your account settings. Upon deletion, we will remove your personal information, subject to our data retention requirements.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from those in your country. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure that your personal information remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete the information.

10. Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites and services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website or by other means. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Sacred Stock
Email: privacy@sacredstock.com

For data protection inquiries in the European Union, you may also contact our Data Protection Officer at dpo@sacredstock.com.

Last Updated: December 2024