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Privacy Policy – hyd.art

Effective Date: June 24, 2025

At hyd.art, we are committed to respecting your privacy and protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you interact with our website or participate in our community. Whether you’re a visitor, reader, artist, or partner, this document explains your rights and how we ensure your information is handled responsibly.

1. Information We Collect

We collect both personal and non-personal information to help us serve you better and enhance your experience on hyd.art.

Personal Information is information you voluntarily provide, such as:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • City or location

  • Social media links (if submitted)

This information is typically collected through contact forms, newsletter subscriptions, event signups, or artist contributions.

Non-Personal Information includes:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device info

  • Pages visited and session durations

  • Click behavior and navigation paths

  • General location (based on IP)

2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us improve functionality, analyze usage, and provide personalized experiences. We use:

Personal Information is information you voluntarily provide, such as:

  • Essential cookies – for basic site operations

  • Analytics cookies – to monitor site usage and performance

  • Marketing cookies – for newsletter campaigns and social integrations

You can manage your cookie preferences via your browser settings. Blocking cookies may affect your browsing experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information only for purposes that support our mission and improve user experience. These include:

  • Responding to your inquiries or feedback

  • Sending newsletters, updates, and invitations (if you opt in)

  • Showcasing your submitted content (with permission)

  • Analyzing traffic and improving website functionality

  • Preventing misuse or unauthorized access to our site

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

Your information is safe with us. We do not sell or rent personal data. We may share your information in limited ways:

  • With service providers who help us manage our website, emails, and analytics (under confidentiality agreements)

  • To comply with legal obligations or protect our legal rights

  • As part of a merger, acquisition, or restructuring process

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have full control over your personal data. Depending on your location, your rights may include:

  • The right to access your information

  • The right to correct inaccuracies

  • The right to request deletion of your data

  • The right to withdraw consent for communications

  • The right to object to or restrict processing

To exercise these rights, email us at reach.hydart@gmail.com. We aim to respond within 30 business days.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, misuse, or loss. These include encryption, firewalls, limited access controls, and regular security checks. No method of internet transmission is 100% secure, but we do our best to safeguard your data.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information only for as long as it is needed for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Children’s Privacy

hyd.art is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe we’ve received data from a child, please contact us and we’ll remove it promptly.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may link to third-party platforms (e.g., artist portfolios, ticketing platforms). These websites operate independently and have their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing them before sharing your information.

10. Intellectual Property and Content Use

All content on hyd.art—including articles, images, and design—is owned by hyd.art or used with proper permissions. You may not reproduce or use any content without prior written consent. Artists retain rights to their submitted work but grant hyd.art the right to display and promote it with credit.

11. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR and International Users)

For users in the EU or countries with similar laws, we process data under legal bases including your consent, contractual necessity, legal obligations, and legitimate interest. Where data is transferred internationally, we use appropriate legal safeguards such as data processing agreements.

12. Liability & Disclaimer

While we strive to offer a secure and reliable experience, hyd.art cannot be held liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use of this website. Use is at your own discretion.

13. Complaints and Support

If you have any complaints, questions, or concerns about your privacy or this policy, please contact us:

  • Email: info@hyd.art

  • Subject: “Privacy Policy Inquiry”

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact a data protection authority in your region.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal, technological, or operational changes. We will post the updated version with the effective date on this page. Continued use of our website indicates your acceptance of any changes.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:

hyd.art
Email: info@hyd.art
Website: www.hyd.art

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