Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 13th October 2024

Stimulus Studio (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [stimulus.studio] (the “Website”) and apply with or otherwise use our application (the “Application”). By accessing or using the Website and/or Application, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect different types of information to provide and improve our services. This information includes:

Personal Information

When you apply to join our influencer talent agency or use our services, we may collect the following personal information:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number
  • Social Media Information: Links to your social media profiles (e.g., YouTube, Instagram, TikTok)
  • Demographics: Age, gender, location
  • Content Information: Your niche, type of content, follower count, engagement metrics
  • Application Data: Any additional information you provide in your application (e.g., goals, biography)

Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information about your interaction with our Website and Application:

  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
  • Usage Information: Pages visited, time spent on the site, navigation patterns
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to understand user behaviour and preferences (see Section 6 for more on Cookies)

Financial Information

If applicable, we may collect payment-related information to facilitate any purchases or services provided. This may include credit card numbers or other payment details.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the personal information collected to:

  • Process Applications: Review your application to determine if you are a good fit for our agency.
  • Manage and Grow Influencer Accounts: Provide personalized content strategy, social media management, and growth insights.
  • Improve Services: Analyse usage patterns to enhance the Website and Application’s user experience and performance.
  • Communicate: Send important updates, newsletters, marketing materials, and promotional content (with your consent).
  • Facilitate Payments: Process any payments or financial transactions.
  • Legal Compliance: Comply with legal obligations, such as preventing fraud or protecting our legal rights.

3. Sharing and Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following situations:

With Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, analytics providers, social media marketing tools) to help us operate the Website and Application, fulfill orders, and improve services.

With Brand Partners

If you are an influencer managed by us, we may share your information (e.g., follower count, engagement statistics) with brands to facilitate sponsorships and collaborations. This is only done with your consent.

For Legal Reasons

We may disclose your information to law enforcement, government authorities, or other third parties if required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of us, our users, or others.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your personal information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

4. Your Rights and Choices

Access and Correction

You have the right to access, update, or correct any personal data we hold about you. You can do this by contacting us at data@stimulus.studio or if you are working with us as an influencer, you can talk to your rep.

Data Deletion

You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data. However, we may need to retain certain information for legal or operational reasons (e.g., complying with financial reporting or dispute resolution).

Opt-Out of Marketing Communications

If you no longer wish to receive marketing emails from us, you can opt out by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link in the email or by contacting us directly.

Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

Our Website does not respond to DNT signals. However, we respect your privacy and only track user behaviour through cookies and similar technologies for the purposes outlined in this policy.

5. Data Security

We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. These measures include encryption, firewalls, and secure server technologies. However, please be aware that no data transmission over the Internet can be guaranteed as 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalized content. Cookies are small files that are stored on your device when you visit our site. These help us understand user behavior, remember your preferences, and improve the overall user experience.

You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. However, please note that some parts of our Website may not function properly if you disable cookies.

Types of Cookies We Use:

  • Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the Website to function.
  • Analytics Cookies: These help us analyse website usage to improve performance.
  • Marketing Cookies: These are used to personalize advertising and track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Once your data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it in compliance with legal requirements.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or services. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Website and services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will promptly delete that data.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will post the updated policy on this page and revise the “Last Updated” date. If the changes are significant, we may notify you via email or through a notice on the Website. Your continued use of the Website and Application after any changes indicates your acceptance of the new terms.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, or if you would like to exercise your rights, please contact us at:

Stimulus Studio
Email: data@stimulus.studio