Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Candid Studios ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you participate in our Referral Program.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
• Referral code and referral tracking data
• Payment information for commission payouts
• Tax information (W9 form data including SSN/EIN)
• Account credentials and authentication data

Usage Information

• Referral activity and performance metrics
• Commission earnings and payout history
• Platform usage and interaction data
• IP address and device information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Operate and manage the Referral Program
• Process commission payments and tax reporting (1099-NEC forms)
• Track referrals and calculate commissions
• Communicate with you about your account and referral activity
• Comply with legal and tax obligations
• Improve our services and user experience
• Prevent fraud and unauthorized access

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Payment processors, email services, and hosting providers
• Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Tax Authorities: IRS reporting for commission payments over $600
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

We do NOT sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of sensitive data (including tax information)
• Secure authentication and access controls
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@candidstudios.net

7. Tax Information

We collect and store tax identification information (SSN/EIN) as required by IRS regulations for commission reporting purposes. This information is:

• Stored securely with encryption (only last 4 digits stored)
• Used solely for tax compliance and 1099-NEC reporting
• Not shared with third parties except as required by law
• Retained for the period required by tax law (typically 7 years)

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain your session and authentication
• Remember your preferences
• Track referral links and conversions
• Analyze usage and improve our platform

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

9. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Referral Program is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. International Users

Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using our platform, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by email or through a notice on our platform. Your continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: