Privacy Policy

Last updated: 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how ArtDeck ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, and shares information about you when you use our Service.

1. Information We Collect

• Account information: username, email address, and hashed password when you register.
• Usage data: IP addresses, browser type, pages visited, and timestamps in server access logs.
• Uploaded content: files you upload to the Service.
• Communications: emails we send you (verification, password reset, etc.).

2. How We Use Your Information

• To create and manage your account.
• To send transactional emails (verification, password resets, security notices).
• To maintain the security and integrity of the Service.
• To comply with legal obligations.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share data with:

• Service providers who help us operate the Service (email delivery, cloud storage) — see our Data Processing Agreement.
• Law enforcement when required by applicable law.

4. Data Retention

We retain your account data for as long as your account is active, and for a reasonable period thereafter for legal and operational purposes. Server logs are retained for up to 90 days.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding your personal data. See our GDPR Rights page for details on how to exercise these rights.

6. Cookies

We use a single strictly necessary session cookie. See our Cookie Policy for details.

7. Security

We use industry-standard security measures including encrypted passwords, HTTPS, and secure session handling. No system is perfectly secure; use a strong, unique password.

8. Children

The Service is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13.

9. Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy. Material changes will be communicated via email or a notice on the Service.

10. Contact

Privacy questions or requests: see our GDPR Rights page.