Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 21, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Panzlab collects, uses, protects, and shares your information. We're committed to transparency and protecting your privacy.

Data We Collect

Personal Info

Name, email, username, and login credentials for account creation and access.

Account Data

Profile details, preferences, group memberships, and activity history.

Creative Content

Scripts, reviews, comments, and other creative work you share on our platform.

Usage Analytics

Page views, feature usage, time on platform, and interaction patterns.

Technical Info

IP address, browser type, device info, and cookies for security and functionality.

Privacy Overview

Panzlab operates as the data controller for information collected through our visual arts community platform. This policy covers: • What information we collect • How we use your information • Your privacy rights • How we protect your data • How to contact us Using Panzlab means you consent to this privacy policy. Privacy Contact: For privacy questions, email support@panzlab.com.

Information Collection

We collect information you provide and automatically when using our platform: Direct Information: • Account details (name, email, username) • Profile information and preferences • Creative content and project submissions • Reviews and feedback • Support communications • Donation payment info Automatic Information: • Platform usage (pages, features, time spent) • Device details (browser, OS, IP address) • Cookies and tracking technologies • Error logs and performance data • Traffic sources and navigation patterns Third-Party Information: • Social login data (if you connect accounts) • Payment processor data (for donations) • Security verification data

How We Use Information

We use your information to: Provide Services: • Create and manage accounts • Facilitate reviews and feedback • Enable group collaboration • Process credit system • Provide support Communicate: • Send service notifications • Respond to inquiries • Share platform updates • Enable user-to-user communication Improve Platform: • Analyze usage for improvements • Develop new features • Research user preferences • Ensure security and prevent abuse Legal Compliance: • Follow applicable laws • Respond to legal requests • Protect our rights • Prevent fraud

Information Sharing

We don't sell your personal information. We may share information in these cases: Within Platform: • Profile info with community members • Reviews with content creators • Group membership with group members • Public content you choose to share Service Providers: • Cloud hosting and storage • Email services • Payment processors (donations) • Analytics tools • Support platforms Legal Requirements: • When required by law • To protect rights and safety • For legal investigations • To prevent fraud Business Transfers: • In case of merger or acquisition • Users notified of ownership changes • Data protection maintained

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to enhance your experience: Cookie Types: • Essential: Required for basic functionality • Preference: Remember your settings • Analytics: Understand platform usage • Marketing: Content personalization Third-Party Services: • Google Analytics: Usage insights • CDNs: Faster content loading • Security services: Fraud prevention Your Control: • Manage cookies through browser settings • Opt out of analytics tracking • Essential cookies required for functionality • We respect "Do Not Track" where feasible Note: Disabling cookies may limit platform functionality.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on location, you may have these rights: Access: • Request copies of your personal data • Understand how data is processed • Receive data in portable format Correction: • Update inaccurate information • Complete incomplete records • Verify data accuracy Deletion: • Request data deletion • Exercise "right to be forgotten" • Account closure and data removal Restriction: • Limit how we process data • Object to certain processing • Opt out of marketing Data Portability: • Receive data in machine-readable format • Transfer to other services Contact support@panzlab.com to exercise these rights with identity verification.

Data Security

We protect your information with comprehensive security measures: Technical Safeguards: • Encryption in transit and at rest • Secure server infrastructure • Security monitoring and intrusion detection • Automated backups and disaster recovery • Multi-factor admin authentication Operational Safeguards: • Employee data protection training • Need-to-know access limits • Regular security audits • Incident response procedures • Vendor security requirements Physical Safeguards: • Secure data center facilities • Controlled server access • Environmental protections While no method is 100% secure, we commit to promptly addressing any security incidents.

Data Retention

We retain information as long as necessary for services and legal compliance: Account Data: • Retained while account is active • Deleted after account closure • Some data retained for legal compliance Content Data: • Creative content: Until you delete it • Reviews: Retained for platform integrity • Communications: For customer service Usage Data: • Aggregated data: Retained indefinitely (anonymized) • Individual logs: Reasonable periods • Security logs: As needed for security Legal Retention: • Financial records: As required by law • Legal disputes: Until resolution plus limitation periods • Security incidents: As necessary Deletion: Upon account closure or deletion request, we delete personal information promptly except where legally required to retain.

International Transfers

Panzlab operates globally. Your information may be transferred and processed in other countries: Transfer Basis: • Adequacy decisions by data protection authorities • Standard Contractual Clauses (EU Commission approved) • Your explicit consent • Necessary for contract performance Safeguards: • All transfers comply with data protection laws • Service providers meet our data protection standards • Regular assessment of transfer mechanisms • User notification of changes Primary Locations: • United States: Primary processing and storage • European Union: EU user processing (where required) • Cloud providers: Multiple regions for performance Your Rights: You may object to transfers or request information about safeguards.

Children's Privacy

Panzlab is not for users under 18: Age Verification: • Users confirm 18+ during registration • We may request age verification • Under-18 accounts terminated immediately No Collection from Minors: • We don't knowingly collect data from under-18 users • Our services aren't directed at children • Content may contain mature themes inappropriate for minors Parental Notice: If we discover under-18 data collection: • Immediate data deletion • Account termination • Parent/guardian notification (if contact available) Reporting: Report suspected under-18 accounts to support@panzlab.com. Content Warning: Platform may contain mature content including violence, adult themes, and strong language.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have specific rights under CCPA and CPRA: Personal Information Categories: • Identifiers (name, email, IP address) • Commercial info (account activity, preferences) • Internet activity (usage, browsing behavior) • Professional info (creative credits, experience) Your Rights: • Know what personal information we collect • Delete personal information • Correct inaccurate information • Opt out of "sale" or "sharing" • Limit sensitive information use • Non-discrimination for exercising rights Data Sharing: We don't "sell" data as CCPA defines it. We may "share" for analytics - you can opt out. Exercising Rights: • Email support@panzlab.com • Use our online request form • Verification required • We respond promptly Global Privacy Control: We honor GPC signals as opt-out requests.

European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

EU residents have specific GDPR rights: Processing Legal Basis: • Contract performance: Providing services • Legitimate interests: Platform improvement and security • Consent: Marketing and optional features • Legal obligation: Law compliance Your Rights: • Access personal data • Rectify inaccurate data • Erasure ("right to be forgotten") • Restrict processing • Data portability • Object to processing • Rights regarding automated decisions Data Protection Authority: Lodge complaints with your local data protection authority for GDPR violations. Data Protection Officer: Contact support@panzlab.com for GDPR inquiries. Data Transfers: We ensure appropriate safeguards for EU data transfers outside EU/EEA, including Standard Contractual Clauses. Consent Withdrawal: Withdraw consent anytime without affecting prior lawful processing.

Privacy Policy Updates

We may update this policy for practice or legal changes: Notifications: • Email for material changes • Platform notices • In-app notifications • Updated "Last Modified" date Change Types: • Minor: Clarifications or administrative • Material: Significant practice alterations • Legal: Required by new laws Advance Notice: • Reasonable notice for material changes affecting rights • Immediate notice for legally required changes Continued Use: Using Panzlab after updates means you accept the revised policy. Disagree? Close your account. Version Archive: Previous versions available on request.

Privacy Contact

For privacy questions, requests, or concerns: Privacy Team: Email: support@panzlab.com We respond promptly to all privacy inquiries. Data Subject Requests: Email: support@panzlab.com Online Form: panzlab.com/data-request We process requests quickly with proper verification. Urgent Privacy Matters: Mark urgent concerns as "URGENT - PRIVACY BREACH" in subject line. Verification: To protect privacy, we may require identity verification: • Account email address • Username or account ID • Recent account activity details

Your Privacy Rights

Right to Know

Access and understand what personal information we collect, use, and share.

Right to Correct

Update or correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information.

Right to Delete

Request deletion of personal information, subject to legal requirements.

Right to Opt-Out

Opt out of personal information sale or sharing for advertising.

Exercise Your Rights

Exercise privacy rights through multiple channels. We respond to verified requests within required timeframes.

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