Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

1.1 Welcome to Hartsy, a platform built to help creators monetize their work through AI tools and a thriving marketplace. Your privacy is a cornerstone of our commitment to responsible data practices, and this Privacy Policy details how we protect and manage your personal data.

1.2 By using Hartsy AI, you trust us with your information. This Privacy Policy outlines our responsibilities, how we safeguard your data, and your rights as a user. We prioritize transparency and integrity in managing your information, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and global best practices.

2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

2.1 Purpose and Use: Hartsy AI uses cookies and tracking technologies to enhance your experience. These tools help us understand user behavior, deliver personalized content, and optimize the functionality of our platform.

2.2 User Control and Transparency: You have control over how cookies interact with your experience. Clear instructions for managing, accepting, or rejecting cookies are provided within our platform and browser settings.

2.3 Third Party Cookies: We work with trusted third party providers for analytics, advertising, and service improvements. These providers adhere to strict data protection protocols, ensuring your data is used responsibly.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies: Required for basic platform functionality and security. These cookies are necessary for the website to work properly.

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies: Help us collect anonymized data to improve and optimize our services. These cookies allow us to understand how visitors interact with our website.

3.3 Functionality Cookies: Enhance your experience by remembering preferences and settings. These cookies enable personalized features and save your chosen preferences.

3.4 Advertising Cookies: Deliver tailored content and ads that align with your interests. These cookies help us and our advertising partners provide more relevant content to you.

4. Data Security

4.1 Robust Security Measures: Your data is protected through state of the art encryption, secure hosting, and proactive monitoring to prevent unauthorized access or breaches.

4.2 Incident Response: In case of a data breach, we follow a structured response plan, which includes containment, user notification, and regulatory compliance.

4.3 Continuous Improvement: We actively adapt to emerging threats by updating our practices and technologies to ensure optimal protection.

4.4 Encrypted Storage: Images and models saved to your private gallery are encrypted at rest using industry standard algorithms. They are only decrypted when you choose to make them public.

4.5 Moderation and Plain Text Content: Messages, comments, commission requests, and other communication content on our servers are stored in plain text to allow moderation. There is no expectation of privacy for content stored on our servers. Our policy is to keep all your information private, but our moderation team may review any content to determine if it is illegal or violates our Terms of Service.

5. Information We Collect

5.1 Personal Information: Includes data like name, email, payment details, and contact information, collected to provide and enhance our services.

5.2 Non Personal Information: Includes usage data, device type, and browser details, which are anonymized and used for analytics and platform improvements.

5.3 User Generated Content: Any content created through Hartsy AI is treated securely and with respect for your intellectual property rights.

5.4 AI Generated Content: Content you create using our AI tools is considered your intellectual property. We store this content securely and do not use it to train our models without explicit consent.

6. How We Use Your Information

6.1 Service Delivery and Personalization: Your information helps us tailor the platform to your needs, process transactions, and provide support.

6.2 Communication: We may use your contact details to send account updates, respond to inquiries, and, with your consent, share marketing communications.

6.3 Platform Optimization: Data insights allow us to improve functionality, user experience, and service delivery.

6.4 AI Model Training: If you are an artist who has partnered with us, we use your images to create AI models with your explicit permission. We do not use any user generated content for training without consent.

7. Sharing and Disclosure

7.1 Service Providers: Third party partners assist with operations such as payment processing and analytics. These partners are contractually bound to protect your data.

7.2 Legal Obligations: We disclose data only when required by law or to safeguard rights, safety, and compliance.

7.3 Business Transitions: In the event of mergers, acquisitions, or similar changes, we ensure your data is transferred securely and with respect for your privacy.

7.4 Open Source Contributions: When we release free and open source extensions, no personal user data is included. Only anonymized and aggregated data may be used to improve these tools.

8. Your Rights and Controls

8.1 Data Access and Management: You can view, update, or delete your personal information through your account settings.

8.2 Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

8.3 Consent Management: Easily withdraw consent for data processing activities via your account preferences.

8.4 Gallery Privacy: Control which of your generated images are public or private, with all images encrypted by default.

9. Children's Privacy

9.1 Protecting Minors: Hartsy AI is not intended for users under 13. If we become aware of data collected from children without parental consent, it will be promptly deleted.

10. Policy Updates

10.1 Ongoing Updates: As our services evolve, this Privacy Policy may change. Substantial updates will be communicated clearly through the platform or via email.

11. International Data Transfers and GDPR Compliance

11.1 Adherence to Global Standards: Hartsy AI complies with GDPR and other international data protection laws, ensuring secure and lawful data transfers across borders.

11.2 Retention and Deletion: We retain personal data only as long as needed for service delivery or compliance with legal obligations. Once no longer required, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

12. AI-Specific Privacy Considerations

12.1 Training Data Responsibility: While we do not control the content used in training foundational models, official Hartsy partner models and fine tunes use datasets licensed directly from the creators. Community uploaded models are governed by our Terms of Service and each user's obligation to comply with applicable laws regarding dataset use.

12.2 Artist Control: We provide artists with tools to maintain control over how their images and styles are used in AI generation, with transparent compensation models.

12.3 Responsible AI Use: We prohibit the use of our platform for creating deceptive content or content that violates the rights or dignity of individuals.

Encrypted Storage GDPR Compliant Data Control

Thank you for choosing Hartsy AI as your creative partner. For any questions or concerns, feel free to contact us at [email protected]. By using our Service, you join us in exploring the frontiers of AI-driven innovation responsibly and creatively.