PRIVACY POLICY


Last Updated Date: 08 March 2026
App Name: CREA
Company: Artiztellar Network Private Limited
Contact: connect@creanetwork.in


1. Introduction

CREA is a professional networking and opportunity platform for creators, artists, technicians, studios, and hiring partners in the media and entertainment industry.

This Privacy Policy explains how Artiztellar Network Private Limited (“Company”, “we”, “our”, “us”) collects, uses, stores, and shares information when you use the CREA mobile application, website, or related services (collectively referred to as the “Platform”).

By using CREA, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.


2. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to operate the Platform and provide our services.


A. Account & Identity Information

When you create an account, we collect:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Profile photo

  • User role (Creator / Employer / Both)

If you sign in using third-party authentication providers:


Apple Sign-In

  • We receive your name and either your Apple relay email address or selected email address.

Google Sign-In

  • We receive your name and email address.

Authentication is handled by Apple or Google.
CREA does not receive or store your Apple or Google account passwords.


B. Profile & Professional Information

You may choose to provide:

  • Profession and skills

  • Bio or resume details

  • Portfolio images, videos, or audio

  • Work links (YouTube, Instagram, Behance, etc.)

  • Certificates (optional)

  • Government ID for verification (optional)

⚠️ Important

CREA is a networking and hiring platform.

User profiles, portfolio content, and professional information are visible to other users of the Platform to enable discovery, collaboration, and hiring.

Optional verification documents (such as government ID) are not publicly visible and are used solely for identity verification.


C. User Interaction Data

We collect and store:

  • Messages exchanged between users

  • Endorsements, comments, and reviews

  • Applications to opportunities

  • Opportunity postings

This information is necessary to operate the marketplace and enable professional collaboration.


D. Technical & Usage Information

We automatically collect certain technical information including:

  • Device ID

  • IP address

  • App version

  • Crash reports

  • Performance diagnostics

  • In-app activity (such as searches, feature usage, and session activity)

This information is collected through internal analytics systems and used to:

  • Maintain platform security

  • Improve application stability

  • Enhance recommendations and discovery

  • Improve overall user experience

CREA does not use third-party advertising SDKs and does not perform cross-app tracking.


E. Location Information

CREA collects only user-entered location information, such as:

  • City

  • Region

  • Country

We do not collect precise GPS location data.


3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Create and manage user accounts

  • Enable login and authentication

  • Display profiles and portfolio content

  • Match creators with relevant opportunities

  • Rank search results and generate recommendations

  • Facilitate communication between users

  • Improve platform functionality and performance

  • Respond to support requests

  • Send transactional notifications related to account activity

We do not:

  • Sell personal data

  • Share personal data with advertisers

  • Track users across third-party apps or websites


4. Data Sharing

We share information only in the following cases.


A. With Other Users

Because CREA operates as a professional discovery and hiring platform:

  • Profiles are visible to other users

  • Portfolio content is visible within the Platform

  • Applications and opportunity information are shared between relevant users

This visibility is essential to the Platform’s functionality.


B. With Service Providers

We may use secure cloud infrastructure providers and technical service partners to host and maintain the Platform.

These providers process data only on our behalf and under confidentiality obligations.

Such providers may include:

  • Cloud hosting providers

  • Infrastructure and monitoring services

  • Security and authentication systems

We do not share data for advertising purposes.


C. Legal Compliance

We may disclose information if required by:

  • Applicable laws

  • Legal processes

  • Government or regulatory authorities


5. Data Security

We use appropriate security measures including:

  • HTTPS encryption

  • Secure authentication systems

  • Restricted internal access controls

  • Secure server infrastructure

Optional verification documents are stored securely and are not publicly displayed.

While we strive to protect user data, no online system can guarantee absolute security.


6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data while your account remains active.

If you delete your account:

  • Your account is deactivated immediately

  • Public profile visibility is removed

  • Personal data is permanently deleted within 90 days

Certain information may be retained longer if required for:

  • Legal obligations

  • Fraud prevention

  • Dispute resolution


7. Your Rights

You may:

  • Access and update your profile information

  • Delete your account through the app

  • Request a copy of your stored data

  • Request deletion of your personal information

Requests may be sent to:

📧 connect@creanetwork.in


8. Children’s Privacy

CREA is intended only for users aged 13 years and above.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13.

If we become aware that such information has been collected, it will be deleted promptly.


9. No Advertising or Cross-App Tracking

CREA does not:

  • Use third-party advertising SDKs

  • Sell user data

  • Track users across external apps or websites

All analytics are conducted internally to improve platform functionality.


10. International Data Transfers

CREA operates from India.

If you access the Platform from outside India, your information may be transferred to and processed in India or other jurisdictions where our infrastructure providers operate.

By using the Platform, you consent to this transfer.


11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Updates will be posted within the app and on our website.

Continued use of the Platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.


12. Contact Information

Artiztellar Network Private Limited
India

📧 connect@creanetwork.in
🌐 www.creanetwork.in