Privacy Policy–ToonAnimated

At ToonAnimated, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled safely, responsibly, and transparently. This Privacy Policy explains the types of information we collect, how we use and protect it, and what rights you have regarding your data. Please read this policy carefully to understand how your information is managed every time you interact with https://toonanimated.com, whether you browse our pages, purchase products, or engage with community features.

Who we are

ToonAnimated is an online customization and illustration service operated under the brand name ToonAnimated, accessible from https://toonanimated.com. We specialize in creating personalized illustrated posters by transforming customer-submitted photos into customized superhero or character-style artwork.

Comments

When visitors leave comments on our website—such as product reviews, blog responses, feedback posts, or questions—we collect the information you submit in the comment form. This typically includes your name, email address, and the content of your comment. Additionally, your IP address and browser user agent string are automatically collected. These details help us detect spam, prevent abusive behavior, and keep our community safe.

Your email address may also be checked with the Gravatar service to determine if you have a profile picture associated with your account. If you do, your picture may appear publicly next to your comment after it is approved. This helps create a more personalized and interactive community experience.

Media

If you upload images to our website—such as customer photos, product reviews, or profile images—it is important to avoid uploading files that contain embedded location data, also known as EXIF GPS data. Visitors to the site may be able to download these images and extract sensitive information, such as your location. To protect your privacy, we strongly recommend removing GPS or location data from any media files before uploading them to ToonAnimated.

Cookies

Cookies help us improve your browsing experience by remembering your preferences, login details, and previous interactions with our website. When you leave a comment, you may choose to save your name, email address, and website in cookies so that you do not have to re-enter them next time. These cookies can stay in your browser for up to one year.

If you visit our login page, a temporary cookie checks whether your browser accepts cookies. This cookie does not store personal data and disappears as soon as you close your browser. When you log into an account, additional cookies store your login information and screen display preferences. Login cookies last for two days, and display preference cookies last for one year. If you select “Remember Me,” your login will remain active for two weeks. Logging out removes these cookies automatically.

When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.

If you edit or publish an article on the website (for example, as a contributor or administrator), a cookie will store the post ID of the content you edited. This cookie contains no personal information and expires within one day.

Embedded content from other websites

Some pages on ToonAnimated may contain embedded content, such as videos, images, or articles from external websites. Examples include YouTube videos, Instagram posts, or curated articles from fashion or crypto-related sites. Embedded content behaves exactly as if you visited the other website directly.

These third-party websites may collect data about you, including using cookies, tracking your interactions, and monitoring how you engage with the embedded content—especially if you are logged into those platforms. Because we do not control their systems or privacy practices, we recommend reviewing their individual privacy policies.

Who we share your data with

We value your privacy and do not sell your personal information. However, for the website and business to function effectively, certain data may be shared with trusted third-party service providers. For instance, when you request a password reset, your IP address is included in the reset email as a security measure to verify authenticity.

We may also share limited information with:

  • Payment processors (for secure transactions)

  • Spam detection services

  • Customer support tools

  • Email marketing providers

  • Shipping carriers (to fulfill your orders)

These partners only receive the data necessary to perform their services, and they are required to protect your information.

How long do we retain your data?

We retain data for as long as it is necessary to support essential website functions, comply with legal requirements, and enhance user experience. For example, if you leave a comment, both the comment and its metadata are stored indefinitely. This helps us automatically recognize and approve future comments without reviewing them manually, saving time for both you and our moderation team.

If you create an account on ToonAnimated, we store the personal details you provide in your user profile. You can view, edit, or delete your information at any time (except your username). Website administrators can also view and edit this information to provide support or resolve issues.

What rights do you have over your data?

Depending on where you live, privacy laws may grant you several rights related to your personal information. If you have an account or have left comments on our website, you can request an exported file of the data we hold about you. This includes any information you have provided directly.

You may also request the deletion of your personal data. However, certain information cannot be removed if we are legally required to keep it—for example, records needed for tax compliance, fraud prevention, or administrative purposes.

Where your data is sent

Visitor comments may be checked through automated spam detection tools to protect our website from malicious activity. This may involve sending comment-related data to third-party systems designed to identify spam behavior. Other forms of data, such as payment information or shipping details, may be securely transmitted to payment gateways or postal services as part of fulfilling your orders.