Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

InkSpot ("we", "our", or "us") is a digital platform that connects tattoo artists, studios, and users worldwide. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform, website, and services.

By using InkSpot, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services:

Personal Information

• Name, email address, and contact information
• Location data (city, country, and coordinates for artists and studios)
• Profile information such as bio, specializations, and portfolio images

Account Information

• User profiles (clients seeking tattoo services)
• Artist profiles (portfolio, styles, availability)
• Studio profiles (team management, branding, location)

Payment Information

• Subscription and payment data (processed securely by Stripe)
• InkSpot does NOT store credit card details or sensitive payment information

Usage Data

• App usage, interactions, and activity logs
• Analytics data to improve platform performance
• Booking history, reviews, and favorites

Device and Browser Data

• IP address, device type, and operating system
• Browser type and version
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Account Creation and Management: To create and maintain your user, artist, or studio profile
• Connecting Users with Artists and Studios: To facilitate bookings, discovery, and communication between parties
• Processing Payments and Subscriptions: To manage subscription plans and transactions securely through Stripe
• Customer Support: To respond to inquiries, provide assistance, and resolve issues
• Platform Improvement and Analytics: To analyze usage patterns, improve features, and optimize user experience
• Communications: To send transactional emails, notifications, and important updates about your account
• Legal and Security Purposes: To comply with legal obligations, prevent fraud, and protect the safety of our users

4. Payments

All payment processing on InkSpot is handled by Stripe, a leading secure payment provider. We want to make it clear that:

• InkSpot never stores credit card or payment details
• All payment information is processed and stored securely by Stripe
• Stripe may collect additional data according to their Privacy Policy
• For more information on how Stripe handles your data, please visit: stripe.com/privacy

5. Data Sharing

We respect your privacy and do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your data with:

• Payment Providers: Stripe processes all subscription and payment transactions
• Hosting and Infrastructure Providers: To store and manage platform data securely
• Analytics Services: To understand usage patterns and improve our services
• Legal Authorities: When required by law, to comply with legal processes, or to protect our rights and safety

We never sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

6. Cookies & Tracking

InkSpot uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are used for:

• Authentication: To keep you logged in and maintain secure sessions
• Analytics: To understand how users interact with the platform
• Improving User Experience: To remember your preferences and settings

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. When you delete your account, we will remove or anonymize your personal data within a reasonable timeframe, except where retention is required for legal, accounting, or security purposes.

8. Your Rights (GDPR Compliance)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or other regions with data protection laws, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data for certain purposes
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation on how we use your data
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@inkspot.world

9. Data Security

We implement industry-standard technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure server infrastructure, regular security audits, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. International Users

InkSpot is a global platform serving users worldwide. Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries other than your own, including countries that may have different data protection laws. By using InkSpot, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

12. Contact

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

Email: contact@inkspot.world

We will respond to your inquiry as promptly as possible.