Privacy Policy

Introduction

FIELD ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you choose to share with us.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information when using our website and submitting content through our platform.

Information We Collect

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:

Name
Email address
Social media handles
Website or portfolio links
Professional information
Submitted artwork, writing, listings, event information, opportunities, or other content
Any additional information you choose to provide through forms or submissions

We may also collect limited technical information such as website usage data, browser type, and analytics data through standard website tools.

How We Use Your Information

We use information you provide to:

Respond to inquiries and submissions
Review and publish content submitted to FIELD
Feature artists, creators, organizations, and projects on the platform
Share opportunities, events, and community resources
Send occasional updates related to FIELD
Improve the website and user experience

We will only use your information for purposes described in this Privacy Policy and related to the operation, development, and promotion of FIELD.

Content Submissions

By submitting content to FIELD, you confirm that you have the right to share the material provided.

Submission of content does not automatically guarantee publication. FIELD reserves the right to edit, decline, remove, archive, or update submissions at its discretion.

You retain ownership of your original work unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Information Sharing

FIELD does not sell personal information.

We may share information only when:

Necessary to operate the website through trusted service providers
Required by law
Explicitly authorized by you

Public information submitted for publication may be displayed on the website, social media channels, newsletters, publications, or other FIELD communications.

Email Communications

If you choose to subscribe to FIELD updates, newsletters, or announcements, we may send occasional communications related to our programs, opportunities, events, and community initiatives.

You may unsubscribe from these communications at any time using the unsubscribe link included in our emails or by contacting us directly.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and support the ongoing operation of FIELD.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the information we collect. However, no method of online transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Third-Party Services

FIELD may use third-party services such as website hosting, analytics tools, email providers, embedded content, and other platform tools. These services may collect information according to their own privacy policies.

Children's Privacy

FIELD is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.

Your Rights

You may request to:

Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate information
Update your submission details
Request deletion of personal information that is not required for operational or legal purposes

To make a request, please contact us using the information below.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use of FIELD following any updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the laws of Canada applicable therein.

Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us.