Welcome to BlankInk.io.

BlankInk.io ("BlankInk", "we", "our", or "us") values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your information.

BlankInk.io operates under the laws of the Republic of the Philippines, and we comply with the Data Privacy Act of 2012. BlankInk acts as the data controller responsible for handling your personal data.

If you have any questions, you may contact us at support@blankink.io.

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

Section A - Privacy Policy for All Users

1. Information We Collect

   We collect information to provide and improve our Services.

   Information You Provide

   • Name or display name
   • Email address and contact details
   • Account profile information such as avatar, bio, and preferences
   • Content you upload, including text, artwork, and media
   • Payment and billing details processed via third-party providers

   If you participate in events, promotions, or contests, you may also provide:

   • Shipping address
   • Phone number
   • Additional contact details

   Information Collected Automatically

   • Device information such as browser, operating system, and device type
   • IP address and approximate location
   • Usage data such as pages visited, interactions, and time spent
   • Cookies and tracking technologies

   Mobile App Data (if applicable)

   • Device identifiers
   • App usage data
   • Notification preferences

   You can control permissions through your device settings.

2. How We Collect Information

   We collect data through account registration and forms, user-generated content such as posts, uploads, and comments, cookies and analytics tools, and payment providers for transactions.

   We do not store full payment details. These are handled securely by third-party providers.

3. How We Use Your Information

   We use your data to create and manage your account, process transactions and payouts, provide and improve our Services, personalize your experience, communicate updates and support messages, detect and prevent fraud or abuse, and comply with legal obligations.

   We do not sell your personal data.

4. Public Information

   Some information is visible to others, including your display name, profile image and bio, content you publish, and comments and interactions.

   Anything you share publicly may be seen, copied, or shared by others.

5. Creative Tools and Uploaded Media

   If you upload images such as avatars or banners, they will be stored and displayed as part of your profile.

   If BlankInk offers creative tools, such as filters or AI features in the future, uploaded files will only be used to provide those features and not for unrelated purposes like advertising or AI training without your consent.

6. How We Share Your Information

   We only share data when necessary.

   With Service Providers

   • Payment processors
   • Hosting services
   • Analytics providers

   For Legal Reasons

   We may disclose information if required by law or court order, law enforcement requests, or protection of rights and safety.

   With Your Consent

   We may share information for promotions, partnerships, or optional programs when you agree. All third parties must protect your data.

7. Cookies and Tracking

   We use cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences, improve performance, and analyze usage.

   You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect functionality.

8. International Data Transfers

   Your data may be processed outside the Philippines by trusted providers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.

9. Data Retention

   We keep your data only as long as necessary to provide Services, meet legal obligations, and resolve disputes.

   When data is no longer needed, it is deleted or anonymized.

10. Account Deletion

    You may request account deletion at any time by contacting support@blankink.io.

    After verification:

    • Your data will be deleted or anonymized
    • Some data may be retained if required by law
    • Backup copies may persist temporarily

11. Your Rights

    Under applicable laws, you have the right to:

    • Access your personal data
    • Request correction or deletion
    • Request a copy of your data
    • Opt out of marketing communications

    You may exercise these rights by contacting us.

12. Security Measures

    We implement safeguards such as encryption of data in transit, restricted access to sensitive data, and regular monitoring and updates.

    While no system is completely secure, we take reasonable steps to protect your information. If a data breach occurs, we will notify affected users and authorities as required.

13. Third-Party Links

    Our platform may contain links to third-party services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

14. Children's Privacy

    • Minimum age: 13 years old
    • Users under 18 require parental consent

    We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If discovered, we will delete it.

15. Changes to This Policy

    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

    If significant changes occur, we will notify users via platform announcements and email notifications.

Section B - Additional Privacy Terms for Readers

We may collect:

• Reading history such as content viewed
• Purchase history such as subscriptions and digital goods
• Engagement data such as likes, comments, and ratings

Purpose

• Recommend content
• Process purchases
• Prevent fraud

Section C - Additional Privacy Terms for Creators

We may collect:

• Payment and payout details
• Tax-related information
• Content metadata such as files, formats, and timestamps
• Program participation data

Purpose

• Process earnings and payouts
• Provide analytics and insights
• Promote your work within the platform

We may use aggregated or anonymized data to improve services.

Contact Us

For privacy-related inquiries:

support@blankink.io
BlankInk.io