Privacy Policy

Darwin Technologies, Inc. ("Darwin Ads," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform and services (collectively, the "Services"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the Services.

1. Information We Collect

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Providing, maintaining, and improving our Services
• Processing transactions and managing your account
• Communicating with you about your account, transactions, and updates
• Facilitating connections between brands and content creators
• Analyzing usage patterns and optimizing user experience
• Detecting, preventing, and addressing fraud, security issues, and technical problems
• Complying with legal obligations and enforcing our terms and policies
• Sending marketing communications (with your consent where required)
• Conducting research and analytics to improve our Services

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Other Users: Profile information and ad slot details are visible to other users of the platform
• Service Providers: We share information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (payment processing, analytics, hosting)
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our Services. We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on your device until deleted or expired).

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, access controls, and regular security assessments. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your information in a portable format
• Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications or certain data processing activities
• Object: Object to processing of your information for certain purposes

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@darwin.so. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your jurisdiction. We take appropriate measures to ensure that your information receives adequate protection in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable law.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete your information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of your information. We do not sell your personal information. To exercise your CCPA rights, please contact us at privacy@darwin.so.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our Services and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

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