privacy policy

Powerhouse Arts, Inc. (“PHA” or “we”) is committed to the privacy and security of personal information. The purpose of this Privacy Policy (this “Policy”) is to provide you with information about how we collect, use, share, and safeguard certain personal information (“Personal Information”) it gathers. It also describes options you have concerning your Personal Information that you provide and we collect. This Policy is part of our Terms of Service. Defined terms that are used but not defined in this Policy have the same meaning given to them in the TOS.

By accessing our website, our mobile site, and any related websites or webpages (collectively, the “Site”) or using our services, including, without limitation, the use of our Site, registration and attendance at our events, social media interactions, and other communications (the “Services”), you agree that your information may be collected, stored, shared, and used as described in this Policy and the TOS, and you consent to the collection, use and sharing of your Personal Information as outlined in this Policy. You may withdraw consent at any time in writing, however such withdrawal does not negate our right to process your Personal Information in accordance with this Policy prior to your withdrawal.

This Policy does not apply to any entity that we do not own or control. If, at any time during the use of our Services, you are directed to a third-party site, you acknowledge that the policies of the third-party site govern.

personal information we collect

We collect different categories of information, including the following:

• Identifiers (e.g., real name, alias, postal address, email, phone number, IP address).
• Commercial information (e.g., Services purchased, payment info).
• Education information (as defined by FERPA).
• Internet or other network activity (e.g., browsing history, search history, interactions, geolocation data).
  
  

use of personal information

We use Personal Information for purposes including:

• Providing information, products, and Services.
• Marketing and event communications.
• Fulfilling contractual obligations, billing, and payment.
• Site improvement, analytics, and research.
• Legal compliance and protection of rights.
  
  

Marketing and Analytics Tools
We use third-party marketing platforms, including Spectrix, and tracking technologies such as Meta (Facebook/Instagram), LinkedIn, Google Analytics, and Microsoft Clarity. These tools help us analyze site usage, improve our Services, and provide more relevant advertising. These third parties may collect information about your activity across our Site and other websites over time. You can manage or opt out of tracking through your browser settings or directly via the respective platform’s privacy settings.

sources of personal information

• Directly from you (e.g., web forms, event registration, purchases).
• Tracking tools (cookies, web beacons, pixels).
• Information from other users, partners, or providers.
  
  

Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our Site uses cookies, web beacons, pixels, and other tracking technologies to recognize your browser, remember your preferences, and measure campaign effectiveness. You can control the use of cookies at the individual browser level. However, if you disable cookies, some features of our Site may not function properly.

sharing personal information with third parties

• At your direction.
• With business partners.
• For legal and security reasons.
• In aggregated or anonymized form.

Hosting and Data Processing
Our Site is hosted by Webflow, Inc. As part of providing hosting and related infrastructure, Webflow may process data on our behalf. For more information about how Webflow handles data, please see their Privacy Policy.

payment information

We rely on third-party payment processors. We do not intentionally store credit card information.

email and sms marketing

When you provide your contact information, you may receive communications about our programs, events, and initiatives. We use Spectrix to manage and deliver these communications. You can opt out at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in our emails or replying “STOP” to SMS messages.

do not track

Our Site is not configured to respond to “Do Not Track” browser signals.

our site and children

We do not knowingly collect Personal Information from children under 13.

security

We use reasonable measures, but no system is 100% secure.

data retention

We retain Personal Information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

notice to site users located outside the u.s.

We transfer data to the U.S. and other jurisdictions, which may have different protections.

Legal Basis for Processing (EEA/UK Users)

If you are located in the EEA or UK, we process your Personal Information under the following legal bases:

• To perform a contract with you;
• With your consent;
• To comply with legal obligations;
• For legitimate interests, such as improving Services and marketing.

your u.s. state privacy pights

If you reside in certain U.S. states (e.g., California, Colorado, Virginia), you may have rights including:

• Requesting access to or deletion of your Personal Information.
• Requesting correction of inaccuracies.
• Opting out of the sale or sharing of Personal Information for targeted advertising.
  
  

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@powerhousearts.org.

third-party services and links

Our Site may contain links to or embed content from third-party services (e.g., ticketing providers, payment processors, YouTube, mapping services). These third parties may collect information independently, and their practices are governed by their own privacy policies.

changes to this privacy policy

We may revise this Policy and will notify you by posting updates on our Site.

contact us

If you have questions, please contact us at:

Powerhouse Arts, Inc.

info@powerhousearts.org

322 3rd Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11215