Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 22, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to ANIMA (“we,” “our,” or “us”).
ANIMA is an independent, non-incorporated cultural platform sharing interviews, stories, and cultural materials through online channels and a growing offline archive.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information related to our interview series, content platforms, and community interactions.

We believe in transparency, respect, and minimal data collection.

2. Information We Collect

We only collect information necessary to run and improve ANIMA’s activities. This may include:

a. Information You Provide Voluntarily

  • Contact details (like name, email, or social handle) when you:
    • Subscribe to updates or a mailing list
    • Participate in or request an interview
    • Reach out via email or social media
  • Interview materials, such as recorded conversations, transcripts, and written submissions (always collected with explicit consent).

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our online platforms, we may collect limited, non-personal data such as:

  • Website usage analytics (e.g., page views, traffic sources)
  • Social media engagement data (e.g., likes, shares, follows)

This information helps us understand audience interests and improve accessibility. We do not use tracking cookies beyond what’s standard on the hosting platforms (e.g., Instagram, YouTube, Spotify, or Substack).

c. Offline Cultural Database

ANIMA maintains an offline cultural archive that includes recorded interviews, photos, and documents.
This material is stored securely and used only for research, documentation, or curatorial purposes — always respecting the permissions granted by contributors.

3. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Share and promote cultural content
  • Communicate with participants and audiences
  • Curate, edit, and archive interviews and cultural materials
  • Maintain an offline database for research, preservation, or future cultural projects
  • Improve our digital presence and community reach

We do not sell or rent personal data under any circumstances.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share content or excerpts publicly only with the participant’s consent (e.g., through publication, exhibitions, or social media).
We may also use trusted third-party services (such as podcast hosting, email tools, or social platforms) that process limited data on our behalf under their own privacy terms.

Examples include:

  • Spotify, YouTube, Instagram, or Vimeo (for publishing content)
  • Substack or Mailchimp (for newsletters or updates)

5. Data Storage and Security

  • Personal and cultural data are stored securely on password-protected devices or trusted cloud services.
  • Offline archives (audio files, documents, imagery) are stored on encrypted drives with restricted access.
  • We keep data only for as long as necessary for cultural, editorial, or archival purposes, unless you request its removal.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access or receive a copy of your personal data or interview materials
  • Request corrections or removal of personal information
  • Withdraw consent for participation or publication
  • Ask how your material is being used or stored

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
📩 info@anima-astra.com

7. Third-Party Services

ANIMA operates across public platforms like Instagram, YouTube, Spotify, and Substack.
Please note that these platforms collect and process data independently, according to their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their terms if you interact with our content there.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect new tools, projects, or legal requirements.
The most recent version will always be available on our website.

9. Contact

If you have any questions or concerns about how ANIMA handles data, please reach out:
📩 info@anima-astra.com

10. Disclaimer

ANIMA is currently a non-commercial, non-incorporated cultural initiative.
Our work is developed independently and without commercial intent at this stage.
As the project evolves, ANIMA may transition into a formal or commercial organisation.
Should this occur, we will update this Privacy Policy to reflect any changes in structure, data handling, or accountability.