Privacy Policy - Dark Barrel Media

Dark Barrel Media (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (www.darkbarrel.com), engage our production services, or interact with our content.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

a. Information You Provide

Contact Information: When you fill out a contact form, request a quote, subscribe to our newsletter, or email us directly, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and company name.
Business Inquiries: For production services, we may collect project details, billing information, and related materials you voluntarily provide.
Job or Collaboration Submissions: If you apply for a role or partnership, we may collect your resume, portfolio links, and other professional details.

b. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

IP address, browser type, and operating system
Pages visited, time spent, and referring URLs
Cookie and analytics data via tools such as Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, or similar technologies

This helps us understand how visitors use our site and improve their experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

Respond to inquiries and provide services you request
Process contracts, invoices, and project deliverables
Send updates, newsletters, or promotional communications (you may opt out anytime)
Analyze website traffic and improve our digital experience
Maintain security and comply with legal requirements

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

3. How We Share Information

We may share your information only when necessary:

With Service Providers: Such as hosting partners, analytics providers, payment processors, or email marketing platforms assisting in operations.
With Partners or Contractors: When collaborating on production projects, and only as needed for that work.
For Legal Reasons: If required to comply with law, respond to a subpoena, or protect our rights and property.

All partners and vendors are bound by confidentiality and data protection agreements.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tools to enhance browsing, measure engagement, and personalize content.
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but some features of our site may not function properly as a result.

5. Data Security

We use commercially reasonable safeguards (SSL encryption, secure hosting, limited data access) to protect your information. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access, correct, or delete your personal data
Withdraw consent for marketing communications
Request a copy of your data in portable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@darkbarrel.com.

7. Third-Party Links

Our site may include links to third-party websites or embedded media (e.g., Vimeo, Instagram, YouTube).
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 16. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

9. International Visitors

If you access our site from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. where data protection laws may differ.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The “Last Updated” date reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of our site after changes means you accept the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Dark Barrel Media
Email: info@darkbarrel.com
Website: www.darkbarrel.com