Privacy Policy
At AweSnapp Artist Award, we are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide to us when participating in our competition or visiting our website.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information to facilitate the operation of the AweSnapp Artist Award:
1. Personal Information
When you submit your artwork or interact with us, we may collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Website
- Mailing address (if required for certain rewards)
- PayPal email (to facilitate cash prize payments)
- Payment information
2. Artwork Information
When entering the competition, we collect information about your submissions, including:
- Title, medium, and dimensions of your artwork
- Images of your artwork
3. Payment Information
For entry fees, we use secure third-party payment processors. We do not store any credit card or payment details on our servers.
4. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may collect information automatically via cookies and similar technologies, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the website
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Competition Management: To process submissions, communicate with entrants, and facilitate the judging and award process.
- Prize Distribution: To contact winners and deliver cash prizes, certificates, and other rewards.
- Promotion: To feature your artwork on our website, social media, newsletters, or marketing materials (with attribution to the artist).
- Website Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
- Compliance: To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
How We Share Your Information
We respect your privacy and will never sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share information in the following instances:
- With Service Providers: For payment processing, email communications, or website hosting.
- Legal Obligations: If required by law or to protect our legal rights.
Your Rights
As a participant, you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you.
- Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request the deletion of your personal information (note: this may disqualify you from the competition).
- Withdraw consent for us to use your information at any time.
To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@awesnapp.com.
Data Security
We implement robust security measures to protect your data, including:
- Encryption of sensitive information during transmission.
- Secure storage of personal data.
- Limited access to your information to authorized personnel only.
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. These cookies help us understand user behavior, remember preferences, and improve site functionality.
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality.
- Analytical Cookies: Help us analyze website traffic.
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.
Retention of Information
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.
Children’s Privacy
The AweSnapp Artist Award is not intended for individuals under 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page, and significant updates will be communicated to you directly.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:
Email: contact@awesnapp.com
Website: https://awesnapp.com
Thank you for trusting us with your information. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring a secure experience with the AweSnapp Artist Award.