Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Talentiq Studio LTD ("Talentiq Studio," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal data when you access or use our website https://talentiq.studio (the "Website") and related services (collectively, the "Services").

We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR), and the Data Protection Act 2018.

By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

2. Data Controller Information

Legal Name: Talentiq Studio LTD
Registration Number: 16635961
Registered Address: 65 London Wall, London, EC2M 5TU, England

Contact Emails:

Business Inquiries: business@talentiq.studio
Customer Support: support@talentiq.studio
Compliance & Data Protection: compliance@talentiq.studio

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at compliance@talentiq.studio.

3. Scope of This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to:

Visitors to our Website
Registered users and account holders
Content creators and viewers
Individuals who communicate with us
Payment and transaction participants

This Privacy Policy applies regardless of how you access or use our Services.

4. Categories of Personal Data We Collect

4.1 Information You Provide Directly

Identity Data: Full name, username, date of birth
Contact Data: Email address, postal address, phone number
Account Data: Login credentials and account preferences
Creator Verification Data: Government-issued identification and KYC/AML information
Communication Data: Messages sent to our support or compliance teams

4.2 Payment and Transaction Data

Billing name and billing address
Transaction details (amount, currency, date)
Partial payment card information (e.g., last four digits and card type)

Note: Full payment card details are processed and stored securely by PCI-DSS compliant third-party payment processors and are not stored by Talentiq Studio.

4.3 Technical and Usage Data

IP address
Browser type and version
Device identifiers and operating system
Pages visited and interaction data
Date and time of access
Referral URLs

4.4 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website performance. Detailed information is available in our Cookie Policy.

4.5 User-Generated Content

Any content uploaded by creators, including videos, images, audio, and associated metadata, may contain personal data and will be processed in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

5. Legal Bases for Processing Personal Data

We process personal data based on the following legal grounds under the UK GDPR and EU GDPR:

Performance of a Contract — To provide and manage our Services
Legal Obligation — To comply with regulatory requirements such as AML/KYC and tax laws
Legitimate Interests — To improve our Services, prevent fraud, and ensure platform security
Consent — For marketing communications and non-essential cookies
Vital Interests — To protect individuals in emergency situations

6. How We Use Your Personal Data

We use personal data for the following purposes:

Service Provision — Creating and managing user accounts
Payment Processing — Facilitating secure transactions
Identity Verification — Conducting KYC/AML checks
Communication — Responding to inquiries and providing support
Security and Fraud Prevention — Detecting and preventing unauthorized activities
Service Improvement — Analyzing usage to enhance functionality
Legal Compliance — Meeting regulatory and legal obligations
Marketing — Sending promotional communications where consent has been obtained
Content Management — Hosting and distributing creator content

7. Sharing and Disclosure of Personal Data

We may share personal data with:

7.1 Service Providers

Payment processors
Cloud hosting providers
Identity verification and fraud prevention services
Analytics and customer support providers

7.2 Legal and Regulatory Authorities

We may disclose personal data where required to:

Comply with legal obligations
Respond to lawful requests from public authorities
Enforce our Terms of Service
Protect the rights, safety, and property of Talentiq Studio or others
Prevent or investigate fraud, security incidents, or illegal activities

7.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale of assets, personal data may be transferred to the relevant third party, subject to appropriate safeguards.

8. International Data Transfers

As a company operating globally, your personal data may be transferred outside the United Kingdom or European Economic Area (EEA). When such transfers occur, we ensure appropriate safeguards, including:

UK International Data Transfer Agreements (IDTA)
Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
Transfers to jurisdictions deemed to provide an adequate level of data protection

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including compliance with legal, tax, and accounting obligations, resolution of disputes, and enforcement of agreements.

Typical retention periods include:

Account Data — Retained while the account is active and up to six (6) years thereafter
Transaction Data — Retained for at least six (6) years for financial compliance
KYC/AML Data — Retained as required by applicable regulations

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data, including:

Encryption of data in transit (SSL/TLS)
Access controls and authentication mechanisms
Secure data storage environments
Regular security assessments and monitoring

No system is completely secure; therefore, absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

11. Your Data Protection Rights

Under the UK GDPR and EU GDPR, you have the following rights:

Right of Access — Request a copy of your personal data
Right to Rectification — Request correction of inaccurate data
Right to Erasure — Request deletion of your data ("Right to be Forgotten")
Right to Restrict Processing — Request limitation of processing
Right to Data Portability — Receive your data in a structured format
Right to Object — Object to processing based on legitimate interests
Right to Withdraw Consent — Withdraw consent at any time
Right to Lodge a Complaint — File a complaint with a supervisory authority

Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO): Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5AF, United Kingdom — ico.org.uk — Tel: +44 303 123 1113

12. Marketing Communications

Where you have provided consent, we may send you marketing communications about our Services. You may opt out at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in emails, or by contacting us at business@talentiq.studio.

We do not send unsolicited marketing communications without your consent.

13. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Ensure the proper functioning of the Website
Remember user preferences
Analyze website traffic
Deliver relevant content and advertisements

For detailed information, please refer to our Cookie Policy, which includes guidance on managing your cookie preferences.

14. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that such data has been collected, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

15. Automated Decision-Making and Profiling

Talentiq Studio may use automated systems for fraud detection and transaction monitoring. These processes are designed to protect users and comply with legal obligations. Users have the right to request human intervention and to contest any automated decisions.

16. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such websites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those third parties.

17. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the Services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.