Privacy Policy

Last Updated: [January 1, 2025]

The PhotoJunkYard website located at www.PhotoJunkYard.com is a copyrighted work belonging to
DRT (Dutch Rental & Trade - Dutch chamber of commerce# KVK: 32147185 Vestigingsnr. 000005059291)

At PhotoJunkyard, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website, register as a user, contribute content, or engage with our community features.

1. Data Collection

We collect the following types of data:

1.1. User Data

• Account Information: Name, email address, username, and password when you register on the platform.
• Payment Information: Billing details when you subscribe, make purchases, or donate to contributors. (Processed securely via third-party payment gateways.)
• Profile Information: Optional details you may add to personalize your account, such as a profile picture or bio.

1.2. Contributor Data

• Content uploaded, including photos, videos, and vectors.
• Pricing details set for premium assets.
• Payment details to facilitate contributor payouts.

1.3. Technical Data

• IP address, browser type, device information, and usage patterns.
• Cookies and tracking technologies to enhance user experience and improve site performance.

2. How We Use Your Data

We use the data we collect for:

• Providing services, such as enabling downloads, purchases, and subscriptions.
• Managing user accounts and facilitating contributor payouts.
• Processing payments securely and generating invoices.
• Allowing visitors to donate to contributors through the “Buy a Coffee” feature.
• Improving the platform, monitoring performance, and troubleshooting issues.
• Sending account-related updates, newsletters (if opted in), and promotional materials.

3. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information with:

• Payment Processors: To securely process transactions.
• Service Providers: Third-party vendors supporting site functionality (e.g., hosting services, analytics).
• Legal Authorities: If required by law or necessary to protect the rights and safety of our users or platform.

4. Community Features

PhotoJunkyard operates as a community-based platform. Contributions, comments, and public profiles may be visible to others:

• Free and Premium Assets: Contributors can upload and price their assets. Premium sales provide a 50% revenue share to contributors.
• Donations: Visitors can donate directly to contributors using the “Buy a Coffee” feature.

5. Subscription Services

Users may subscribe to download assets on a daily or monthly basis. Subscription tiers determine the number of downloads permitted:

• Limits are outlined in the subscription plan.
• Downloads are tracked to ensure compliance with plan terms.

6. Data Security

We implement robust measures to protect your data, including encryption, secure servers, and regular security updates. While we strive to safeguard all data, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

7. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
• Rectify: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Erase: Request deletion of your account or data.
• Restrict Processing: Limit the ways your data is used.
• Object: Opt out of certain processing activities, such as marketing.
• Portability: Obtain your data in a portable format.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [info@photojunkyard.com].

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to:

• Remember your preferences and login sessions.
• Analyze site performance and user behavior through tools like Google Analytics.
• Deliver personalized advertisements (e.g., via Google Ads).

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Data Retention

• Personal data is retained as long as necessary to fulfill its purpose or comply with legal obligations.
• Contributor data (e.g., uploaded content) is retained until the contributor deletes it or their account.

10. Third-Party Services

We work with trusted third parties to enhance our platform:

• Payment Gateways: To process purchases, subscriptions, and donations.
• Social Media Logins: To streamline the sign-in process (e.g., Google, Facebook).
• Advertising Partners: To display relevant ads based on user preferences.

These services operate under their own privacy policies.

11. Data Transfers

If your data is transferred outside the EU, we ensure it is protected under GDPR-compliant safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent frameworks.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Significant updates will be communicated to you.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us at:

Email: [info@photojunkyard.com]