Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 1, 2024

Cartoonist Network (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our users (“you” or “your”). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information when you access our website, create an account, or use any features, content, or services offered through the Cartoonist Network platform (collectively, the “Service”). By using the Service, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue the use of the Service.

1. Information We Collect

  1. Personal Data: We may collect information such as your name, email address, username, and any other information you choose to provide when registering for an account or updating your profile.
  2. Usage Data: We may automatically collect certain information about how you access and use the Service. This may include your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and the time and date of your visits.
  3. Content and Communications: Any information or content you choose to submit, post, or upload to the Service—such as artwork, images, comments, or messages—may be collected and stored by us.

2. How We Use Your Information

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

  1. Service Provision: To provide, maintain, and improve the Service, ensuring that you have the best possible experience.
  2. Account Management: To create, authenticate, and manage your account, as well as to send administrative information like security updates or technical notices.
  3. Communication: To respond to your inquiries, comments, or requests, and to provide updates about new features, services, or promotions that may be of interest to you.
  4. Personalization: To understand how you use the Service and customize your experience (e.g., showing you relevant content).
  5. Analytics and Research: To analyze trends, track user engagement, and conduct research to enhance the functionality and performance of the Service.
  6. Security: To detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent activities, abuse, or any activities that may threaten the security of our users or the Service.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

  1. Cookies: We may use cookies and similar technologies to collect data about your browsing activities, improve your user experience, and enhance the overall functionality of the Service. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognize you when you return to the Service.
  2. Analytics Tools: We may use third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to collect information about how users interact with the Service. This helps us understand usage patterns and improve our offerings.
  3. Managing Cookies: Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can choose to block cookies or be notified when cookies are being sent, but some features of the Service may not function properly if you disable cookies.

4. Sharing Your Information

  1. Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform functions on our behalf (e.g., hosting services, analytics, customer support). These providers have access to your information only as needed to perform their services and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.
  2. Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or when we believe disclosure is necessary to comply with legal processes, protect our rights or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request.
  3. Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to the acquirer’s continued compliance with this Privacy Policy.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please be aware that no security measures can guarantee absolute protection of data transmitted over the internet. You share your information with us at your own risk.

6. Children’s Privacy

  1. Minimum Age: Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. If you are between the ages of 13 and 18 (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction), you may use the Service only under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian who agrees to this Privacy Policy.
  2. Parental Involvement: We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete it.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights related to your personal data, including:

  1. Access: You may have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.
  2. Rectification: You may request corrections or updates to your personal information if it is inaccurate or incomplete.
  3. Deletion: You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal or contractual obligations.
  4. Objection: You may object to or request the restriction of certain data processing activities.
  5. Data Portability: You may request that we transfer your personal information to another organization if it is technically feasible.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the “Contact Us” section below. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

8. Data Retention

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

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. If we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Service after such changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: info@cartoonistnetwork.com

By using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue your use of the Service.