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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 9, 2026 · Last Updated: May 13, 2026

AuraStok is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

Contents

Information We Collect
How We Use Your Information
How We Share Your Information
Cookies & Security
Data Retention & Deletion
Your Rights

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

  • Account details: name, email address, username, and password

  • Profile information: profile photo, bio, and social media handles

  • Payment information: billing address and card details (processed securely by Stripe — we never store raw card numbers)

  • Seller payout details: bank account information managed by Stripe Connect

  • Listing content: product photos, descriptions, pricing, and condition details

  • Brand/Designer applications: business name, portfolio, social presence, and banking preferences

  • Communications: in-app messages, support tickets, and dispute submissions

Information Collected Automatically

  • Device info: device type, OS, browser type, and unique device identifiers

  • Usage data: pages viewed, features used, search queries, and clickstream data

  • Location data: approximate location via IP address (precise location only if you grant permission)

  • Transaction data: purchase history, sales, bids, and Aura Points activity

  • Cookies and tracking: session cookies, persistent cookies, and analytics tags

Information From Third Parties

  • Social login providers (e.g., Google) if you use social sign-in

  • Stripe, for payment verification and fraud prevention data

  • Google Analytics, for anonymized usage analytics

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to

  • Create and manage your account

  • Process transactions and issue seller payouts

  • Deliver core platform features (listings, auctions, AR try-on, Aura Points)

  • Send transactional emails: order confirmations, shipping updates, bid notifications

  • Send marketing communications (with your consent — opt out anytime)

  • Detect, prevent, and investigate fraud, abuse, and security incidents

  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms & Conditions

  • Improve Platform features through analytics and user research

  • Administer Ambassador and Brand point redemption programs

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We share it only with

  • Stripe — for payment processing, fraud prevention, and seller payouts

  • Google Analytics — for anonymized usage analytics (IP anonymization enabled)

  • Other users — your username, profile photo, and listings are publicly visible; your email is never shown publicly

  • Law enforcement / legal — when required by law, court order, or to protect safety

  • Business transfers — in a merger or acquisition, with appropriate confidentiality protections

Cookies & Security

Cookies

  • We use cookies to maintain sessions, remember preferences, and analyze usage

  • You may disable cookies in your browser — some features may not function properly

  • We use Google Analytics with IP anonymization enabled

Security

  • TLS encryption for all data in transit

  • Encrypted storage for sensitive data at rest

  • Strict access controls and role-based permissions

  • No system is 100% secure — you use the Platform at your own risk

Data Retention & Deletion

Retention

  • We retain your data as long as your account is active or services are being provided

  • Financial records are retained for 7 years as required by IRS regulations

  • Upon account deletion, personal data is deleted or anonymized within 90 days

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete data

  • Request deletion of your data (right to be forgotten)

  • Opt out of marketing communications at any time via email unsubscribe

  • Data portability — request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format

  • Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

Children's Privacy

AuraStok is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we become aware that a minor has registered, we will terminate the account and delete associated data promptly.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or an in-app notice at least 14 days before the change takes effect. Continued use of the Platform after the effective date constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Privacy & Legal Contact

Privacy requests: privacy@aurastok.com
Legal inquiries: legal@aurastok.com