LocalArtist - Privacy Policy

Version: 2026-05-23

Last Updated: May 23, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how LocalArtist ("LocalArtist," "we," "our," or "the Service") collects, uses, shares, and protects your information. By accessing or using the Service, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of information:

1.1 Account Information

• Name
• Email address
• Username
• Password (encrypted)

1.2 Profile Information

Information you choose to share publicly or privately, including:

• Bio
• Location
• Profile photo
• Skills, interests, or creative categories

1.3 User-Generated Content

• Audio uploads
• Video uploads
• Images
• Text posts
• Event listings
• Messages (if messaging is enabled)

1.4 Usage & Activity Data

• Interactions with posts, profiles, and events
• Preferences and settings
• Search activity
• Engagement metrics

1.5 Technical & Device Data

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device type
• Operating system
• Cookies and tracking identifiers
• Log files and diagnostic data

1.6 Location Data

• Approximate location based on IP
• Optional user-provided location (e.g., ZIP code)

We do not collect precise GPS location unless explicitly provided.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

2.1 Provide and Operate the Service

• Create and manage your account
• Host and display your content
• Enable events, messaging, and discovery features

2.2 Improve and Personalize the Platform

• Recommend content, artists, and events
• Customize your feed and search results
• Analyze usage to improve performance

2.3 Safety, Security & Moderation

• Detect and prevent fraud
• Enforce Terms & Conditions
• Moderate harmful or illegal content
• Protect the safety of users and the platform

2.4 Communication

• Send service-related notifications
• Respond to support requests
• Provide updates about new features

2.5 Legal Compliance

• Respond to lawful requests
• Maintain audit logs
• Comply with GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy laws

We do not use your personal data for automated decision-making that produces legal or significant effects.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information with:

3.1 Service Providers

Trusted third-party vendors that support:

• Hosting and storage (e.g., Supabase)
• Authentication
• Email delivery
• Analytics
• Security monitoring

These providers only access data as needed to perform their services.

3.2 Other Users

When you choose to make content public:

• Your profile
• Posts
• Audio/video uploads
• Events

3.3 Legal & Safety Requirements

We may disclose information:

• To comply with laws or legal processes
• To protect the rights, safety, or property of LocalArtist or users
• To investigate fraud, abuse, or security incidents

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain login sessions
• Improve performance
• Analyze usage
• Personalize content

You may control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect functionality.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information, including:

• Encryption in transit
• Row Level Security (RLS)
• Access controls
• Secure storage of media and user data

However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

6.1 Access

Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

6.2 Correction

Update or correct inaccurate information.

6.3 Deletion ("Right to be Forgotten")

Request deletion of:

• Your account
• Profile data
• Posts, audio, video, and images
• Messages
• Event listings

Some data may be retained for legal or security purposes.

6.4 Data Portability

Request an export of your data in a portable format.

6.5 Restriction or Objection (GDPR)

Limit or object to certain types of processing.

6.6 Opt-Out of Sale/Sharing (CCPA/CPRA)

We do not sell personal data.

If this changes, we will provide a "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link.

6.7 Withdraw Consent

If processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us at:
privacy@local-artist-live.com

7. Children’s Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under this age.

If we learn that a child under 13 has created an account, we will delete it promptly.

8. International Data Transfers

LocalArtist is operated in the United States.

If you access the Service from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S.

We use appropriate safeguards for international transfers as required by GDPR.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to:

• Provide the Service
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce our Terms

When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

If we make material changes, we will notify you through the Service or by email.

Continued use of the Service after changes are posted indicates acceptance of the updated Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your privacy rights, contact:

privacy@local-artist-live.com
support@local-artist-live.com

Last Updated: May 23, 2026