Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 8, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Gallery (“we,” “our,” or “us”). 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 image gallery service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

  • Email address (required for account creation)
  • Username or display name
  • Profile information you choose to provide
  • Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)

2.2 Content Information

  • Images and media files you upload
  • Image metadata (file size, dimensions, upload date)
  • Album and gallery organization data

2.3 Technical Information

  • IP address and device information
  • Browser type and version
  • Usage analytics and performance data
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

  • Service Provision: To provide, maintain, and improve our gallery service
  • Account Management: To create and manage your user account
  • Storage & Organization: To store and organize your images securely
  • Communication: To send service-related notifications and updates
  • Support: To provide customer support and respond to inquiries
  • Security: To protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats
  • Analytics: To analyze usage patterns and improve our service

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party services (hosting, payment processing, analytics)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
  • Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
  • With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share information

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Secure cloud storage infrastructure
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and authentication measures
  • Backup and disaster recovery procedures

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
  • Data Portability: Export your data in a portable format
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

7. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Images and account data are retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after account deletion to allow for recovery.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during international transfers.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the effective date. Your continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@gallery.com
Address: Gallery Privacy Team
123 Tech Street, San Francisco, CA 94105