Knockouts Artist Association
Effective Date: May 11, 2025
We at Knockouts Artist Association (“KAA,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information, and outlines your rights
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following personal data when you interact with our website or services:
A. Information You Provide Directly:
• Name, email, phone number
• Billing and shipping information
• Membership or event registration details
• Artist profiles or submissions
• Communications or inquiries
B. Automatically Collected Data:
• IP address
• Browser type and device ID
• Site usage and analytics via cookies or similar technologies
C. Optional Sensitive Data (with consent):
If you choose to share demographic or identity-based info (e.g. race, gender, orientation, or disability status), we collect it only with explicit consent and solely for community building, grants, or diversity initiatives.
2. How We Use Your Data
We use personal information for the following purposes:
• To manage memberships, registrations, and purchases
• To communicate updates, events, and opportunities
• To improve website functionality and user experience
• To comply with legal or tax obligations
• With your consent, to share artist submissions publicly
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
If you are in the EU/EEA, we process your personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:
• Consent (when you opt in to newsletters, share sensitive info, etc.)
• Contract (to fulfill a purchase or membership agreement)
• Legal Obligation (such as tax compliance)
• Legitimate Interest (e.g., fraud prevention, website optimization)
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, track performance, and understand usage. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie banner (if applicable).
5. How We Share Your Data
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:
• Trusted service providers (e.g., Stripe, Mailchimp, event platforms) to fulfill services
• Legal authorities, if required by law or to protect rights
• Collaborating partners (with your consent) for artist showcases or features
6. International Data Transfers
If you are located in the EU/EEA, your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the EU, including the U.S. When we do so, we ensure adequate protections are in place (such as EU Standard Contractual Clauses).
7. Your Rights (EU Residents)
Under the GDPR, you have the right to:
• Access your personal data
• Correct or update inaccurate data
• Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
• Restrict or object to processing
• Withdraw consent at any time
• File a complaint with a Data Protection Authority
To exercise your rights, email us at [Insert Data Protection Contact Email].
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as needed to fulfill the purposes listed above or to meet legal requirements (such as accounting or tax rules). If you request deletion, we will do so unless legally obligated to retain it.
9. Security Measures
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure, including encryption, password protection, and secure data storage through trusted vendors.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 (or under 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without verifiable parental consent.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We’ll notify users of material changes and update the “Effective Date” at the top. Continued use of our services after changes means you accept the revised policy.
12. Contact Us
Questions about this policy? Reach out to:
Knockouts Artist Association
Email: team@knockoutsfestival.com