Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 10 April 2026

Effective Date: 10 April 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Velvetree (“we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how Velvetree collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information when you visit our website, participate in the Velvetree Colour Awards 2026, submit a registration form, or interact with our advertisements on Facebook, Instagram, and Google.

By using our website or submitting any form on our platform, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you register for the Velvetree Colour Awards or contact us, we collect:

Full name
Contact number
Email address
City and state
Instagram handle
Salon name (if applicable)
Years of experience
Current role (Freelancer / Salon Artist / Educator / Student)
Portfolio images and/or videos submitted as part of your entry
Instagram reel links or other social media content links

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain technical information, including:

IP address
Browser type and version
Device type and operating system
Pages visited, time spent on pages, and clickstream data
Referring URLs
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Information Collected via Advertising Platforms

We use Facebook Pixel (Meta Pixel) and Google Ads tracking technologies on our website. These tools may collect:

Pages you visit on our website
Actions you take (such as form submissions or button clicks)
Device identifiers and browser information
Your interactions with our Facebook and Instagram advertisements
Conversion events (e.g., completing a registration form)

This data is collected to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and to serve you relevant ads on Facebook, Instagram, and Google platforms.

3. How We Use Your Information

Competition Administration

To process and verify your registration
To communicate about competition updates and results
To assess your portfolio submissions

Marketing & Communication

To send updates about products, events, and competitions
To feature your work on social media and marketing materials
To contact finalists for event logistics

Advertising & Analytics

To measure ad performance
To create retargeting audiences
To optimise ad delivery
To analyse user behaviour via Google Analytics

Legal & Compliance

To comply with laws and regulations
To enforce terms and rules
To prevent fraud or misuse

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

4.1 Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies
Essential for website functionality.

Analytics Cookies
Used by Google Analytics. Opt-out:
Google Analytics Opt-out

Advertising & Targeting Cookies
Used for retargeting and ad performance tracking.

4.2 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies via your browser settings or manage ad preferences:

5. Sharing Your Information

Advertising Platforms – Data shared with Meta and Google for ads.

Service Providers – Trusted vendors assisting operations.

Competition Judges – Portfolio shared for evaluation.

Social Media – Content may be featured publicly.

Legal Obligations – Shared when required by law.

6. Data Retention

Competition data: up to 2 years
Marketing data: until consent is withdrawn
Analytics: per platform policies

7. Your Rights

Access your data
Correct your data
Delete your data
Withdraw consent
Object to marketing

Contact: privacy@velvetree.in

8. Third-Party Links

We are not responsible for external website privacy practices.

9. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 18.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy. Continued use means acceptance.

11. Contact

Velvetree

Email: velvetree1@gmail.com

Instagram: @velvetreeofficial

Facebook: velvetreeprofessional