Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

PinkStage by Kat Wells ("we," "us," or "our") operates the FestivalInfluencer Network. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our website and services.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal information is:

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

• • Register for an account
• • Complete application forms
• • Participate in campaigns
• • Contact us for support
• • Subscribe to our newsletter

This may include:

• • Name and contact information (email, phone number)
• • Social media handles and profile information
• • Payment and billing information
• • Demographic information
• • Content you create or submit
• • Communications with us

3.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our website, we automatically collect:

• • Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
• • Usage data (pages visited, time spent, links clicked)
• • Cookies and similar tracking technologies
• • Location data (general geographic location)

3.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

• • Social media platforms (when you connect your accounts)
• • Analytics providers
• • Payment processors
• • Brand partners and festival organizers

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

Service Delivery

• • Create and manage your account
• • Match creators with brand campaigns
• • Process payments and transactions
• • Provide customer support
• • Communicate about campaigns and opportunities

Improvement and Analytics

• • Analyze usage patterns and trends
• • Improve our services and user experience
• • Develop new features and offerings
• • Conduct research and analytics

Marketing and Communications

• • Send newsletters and promotional materials (with your consent)
• • Notify you about new opportunities
• • Showcase creator work in our portfolio

Legal and Security

• • Comply with legal obligations
• • Enforce our terms and policies
• • Prevent fraud and abuse
• • Protect our rights and property

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Contract Performance: Processing necessary to provide our services and fulfill our contractual obligations
• Consent: You have given explicit consent for specific processing activities (e.g., marketing communications)
• Legitimate Interests: Processing necessary for our legitimate business interests (e.g., improving services, fraud prevention)
• Legal Obligation: Processing required to comply with legal or regulatory requirements

6. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

Brand Partners

We share creator profiles and content with brands for campaign matching and execution purposes.

Service Providers

We work with third-party service providers for:

• • Payment processing
• • Email communications
• • Analytics and data analysis
• • Cloud hosting and storage
• • Customer support tools

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• • Provide our services to you
• • Comply with legal obligations
• • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
• • Maintain business records

When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it. Specific retention periods vary based on data type and legal requirements.

8. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• • Regular security assessments and updates
• • Access controls and authentication
• • Employee training on data protection
• • Secure data storage and backup systems

However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the UK. When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

• • Standard contractual clauses approved by the UK authorities
• • Adequacy decisions recognizing equivalent data protection
• • Other legally approved transfer mechanisms

12. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:

• • Posting the updated policy on our website
• • Updating the "Last Updated" date
• • Sending email notifications for significant changes

We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

Right to Complain

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):