Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 29, 2025

CarNival (“we”, “our”, “the platform”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, store it, and keep it secure — as well as your rights regarding your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

We only collect data necessary to provide our services and improve the user experience.

1.1. Information You Provide Voluntarily

Name, email address, phone number — when you create an account or fill out a booking form.
Artcar details — when you add or edit your artcar profile.
Messages or feedback — when you contact us via form or email.

1.2. Information Collected Automatically

Usage data such as pages visited, time spent, and navigation behavior.
IP address, browser type, device, language, and operating system.
Cookies and similar technologies (see below)

1.3. Cookies

We use cookies to:

remember your preferences (for example, language selection);
analyze traffic and usage patterns;
display relevant content or highlight new artcars.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect some site functionality.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

provide access to CarNival features (artcar pages, bookings, contact forms);
communicate with you — confirmations, reminders, or updates about bookings;
analyze website usage and improve the design, content, and functionality;
ensure platform security and prevent unauthorized activity;
inform you about new artcars, blog posts, or platform updates (if you subscribed).

3. How We Store and Protect Data

All personal data is stored on secure servers with limited access.
Data is transmitted using encrypted connections (HTTPS / SSL).
We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties, except as needed to fulfill a service (for example, sending a booking request to an artcar owner).

4. Information Sharing

We may share your data only in the following cases:

With artcar owners — when you submit a booking request.
With analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics) — to better understand site usage
For legal reasons — if required by law or a government request.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

access your personal data;
update or correct it;
request deletion (“the right to be forgotten”);
withdraw consent for cookies or marketing emails.

6. Third-Party Links

CarNival may contain links to external websites (for example, festival pages, social media, or galleries). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.

7. Children’s Privacy

CarNival is not intended for users under 16 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us — we will delete it promptly.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The “Last updated” date at the top will always reflect the latest version. If major changes occur, we will notify you by email or through a notice on the website.

Terms of Service

Last updated: October 29, 2025

Welcome to CarNival (“we”, “our”, “us”).
By using our website www.carnival.art
, you agree to these Terms of Use (“Terms”). Please read them carefully before accessing or using any part of the platform.

If you do not agree with these Terms, you may not use the CarNival website or its services.

1. Overview

CarNival is a creative platform that connects artcar creators, owners, and event organizers. Users can view, share, and request artcars for festivals, parades, and private events, as well as read articles about artcar culture and community.

These Terms govern all activities on the CarNival website, including browsing, booking, publishing content, and interacting with other users.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use CarNival. By using our platform, you confirm that:

you have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements;
the information you provide is true and accurate;
you will use the platform only for lawful purposes.

3. User Accounts

To access certain features (e.g., adding an artcar, managing bookings), you may need to create an account.

You agree to:

keep your login credentials secure;
not share your account with others;

We reserve the right to suspend or delete accounts that violate these Terms or engage in abusive or fraudulent activity.

4. Content Ownership & Copyright

4.1. Your Content

You retain ownership of any photos, text, or materials you upload to your artcar page or submit through the platform.

By posting content, you grant CarNival a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to display, promote, and share your content for the purpose of operating the platform and promoting the artcar community.

4.2. CarNival Content

All other content on the site — including design, logos, text, code, and graphics — is owned by CarNival and protected by copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or modify any part of the platform without prior written permission.

5. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

upload false, offensive, or copyrighted material you don’t own;
impersonate others or provide misleading information;
use the site for spam, promotion of illegal activity, or harassment;
attempt to hack, scrape, or damage the platform.

Violation of these rules may result in suspension or permanent removal from the platform.

6. Blog & Community Content

CarNival publishes editorial and community articles related to artcar culture, festivals, and guides. Opinions expressed in blog posts belong to the authors and do not necessarily represent CarNival’s views. We are not liable for any reliance on the information contained in these articles.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to external sites, galleries, or social media.
CarNival is not responsible for the content or practices of third-party websites.
Your interactions with external services are governed by their own terms and policies.

8. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the platform at any time, without notice, if:

you violate these Terms;
your actions harm other users or the integrity of the platform;
we are required to do so by law.

Upon termination, your right to use CarNival immediately ends.

9. Changes to These Terms

We may modify these Terms from time to time.
When we do, we will update the “Last updated” date and, if the changes are significant, notify users via email or on the website.
Continued use of the platform after updates means you accept the revised Terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles.