1. Introduction
We operate Indiscapes.com, a platform for licensing stock videos, images, and related digital media. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our services as a Content Buyer, Content Contributor, or Visitor.
By using our services, you consent to the practices described below.
2. Information We Collect
A. Personal Information
For Buyers/Contributors:
– Account details (name, email, username, password)
– Payment/billing information (handled by PCI-compliant processors like Razorpay/PayPal, etc)
   – Contributor tax forms (W-9, VAT ID) and payout details
– Communications (support tickets, messages)
– Portfolio metadata (for contributors)
For All Users:
– IP address, device/browser details
– Usage data (searches, downloads, viewed items)
– Location (derived from IP for licensing compliance)
B. Media-Specific Data
– Contributor uploads (videos/images + embedded metadata like EXIF/IPTC)
– Download history and license details
– Watermarked preview usage
– AI-generated content interactions (if applicable)
C. Automated Collection
– Cookies (essential, preferences, analytics)
– Web beacons/pixels (for usage trends)
– Session recordings (for UX optimisation)
3. How We Use Your Information
| Purpose | Buyers | Contributors |
|---|---|---|
| Account creation & management | ✓ | ✓ |
| Content licensing & transactions | ✓ | |
| Contributor payments & tax docs | ✓ | |
| Content delivery & watermarking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Copyright protection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Personalised recommendations | ✓ | |
| Fraud prevention | ✓ | ✓ |
| Compliance (e.g., age verification) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Marketing (with opt-out) | ✓ | ✓ |
4. Information Sharing
We may disclose your data to:
– Payment processors (PayPal)
– Cloud storage/CDN providers(AWS, Cloudflare)
– Copyright enforcement services(e.g., Pixsy)
– Analytics partners** (Google Analytics, Mixpanel)
– Legal authorities** (for DMCA claims, court orders)
– Buyers (contributor name/portfolio for attribution)
– Successor entities** (in mergers/acquisitions)
We never sell your data.
5. Media-Specific Provisions
For Contributors:
– Uploaded content may contain embedded metadata (EXIF/IPTC)
– We remove GPS/location data from published media
– You warrant uploaded content doesn’t violate third-party privacy rights
For Buyers:
– Downloaded media may include license certificates with your details
– Usage tracking for extended legal protection
6. Data Security
– AES-256 encryption for stored media
– SSL/TLS for data transmission
– Regular security audits
– Contributor payment details tokenised (never stored)
– Role-based access controls
7. International Compliance
-GDPR (EU/UK): Data Processing Addendum available upon request
– CCPA (California): Right to opt out of data sales (we don’t sell data)
-International Transfers: SCCs/IDTA, where applicable
8. Your Rights
You may:
– Access/update your account information
– Delete your account (excluding transaction records)
– Opt out of marketing emails
– Request data portability (GDPR)
– Object to processing (GDPR)
– Withdraw consent (where applicable)
Contact: [Privacy Email] | [Mailing Address]
9. Retention Period
| Data Type | Retention Period |
| Account data | Until deletion request |
| Financial records | 7 years (legal requirement) |
| Download/license history | 10 years (copyright proof) |
| ​Contributor tax documents | 7 years (IRS compliance) |
| Inactive accounts | Deleted after 3 years |
10. Third-Party Services
Embedded Players: Vimeo/Wistia for previews (their cookies apply)
Social Media: Share buttons (Facebook, Pinterest)
Analytics; Google Analytics (IP anonymisation enabled)
11. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not for users under 16. We delete accounts of underage users upon verification.
12. Policy Updates
We’ll notify users of material changes via email or website banners. Continued use = acceptance.
Contact Us:
Indiscapes.com
Email: connect@indiscapes.com
Address: 104 Park Avenue, Ranjana Deshmukh Marg, Parel, Mumbai 400012
GSTIN:27AARFG7405N1ZR
