The Amara Kollective

Privacy Policy

the Amara Kollective Membership Community

Information We Collect

We collect and process the following categories of personal information:

Information You Provide

Account Information: Name, email address, username, and password.

Billing Information: Payment details, such as credit card numbers, processed securely by third-party payment processors.

Profile Information: Photos, bios, and preferences provided voluntarily by members.

Content Submissions: Posts, comments, or other contributions within the community.

Automatically Collected Information

Usage Data: IP addresses, browser types, device identifiers, and browsing activity within the platform.

Cookies: Small data files stored on your device to improve functionality and user experience.

Special Categories of Data
We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data (e.g., health, religious, or political information). If you voluntarily share such information, you consent to its processing.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide Services: Manage your account, process payments, and deliver membership benefits.

Improve the Community: Analyze usage to enhance content, features, and accessibility.

Communicate with You: Send updates, newsletters, and account notifications.

Comply with Legal Obligations: Meet requirements under GDPR, ADA, and other laws.

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

We process your information based on:

Consent

Contractual Necessity

Legitimate Interests

Legal Obligation

Data Retention

We retain your personal data as long as your membership is active or as required by law. Data no longer required will be securely deleted.

Your Rights (GDPR)

You have rights to access, rectify, erase, restrict, transfer, and object to your data. Contact policy@theamarakollective.com to exercise these rights.

Accessibility (ADA Compliance)

We comply with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. Contact policy@theamarakollective.com for accommodations.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your information. Data may be shared with trusted service providers or for legal compliance.

Data Security

We protect your data with encryption, secure storage, and regular security audits.

Cookies Policy

Cookies enhance your experience. Manage preferences in your browser settings.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under age 16.

International Data Transfers

By using our services, you consent to processing your data in the U.S.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We will notify you of updates by email and on our platform.

Contact Us

Email: info@theamarakollective.com