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
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
